3rd - 6th Grade Activities : Page 56

In this activity, your child will take a walk outside, listen to the silence in between sounds, and draw what the experience was like for them.

Have your child make a giant red poppy out of tissue paper in remembrance of the brave soldiers who served, especially those who died serving their countries.

In this activity, your child will discover their interests and special talents through performing, writing, and drawing.

This holiday season, don't forget the many delights of "cookie science"! Here's a confection we especially like.

You and your fourth grader can pay homage to the 2010 Winter Olympics held in Vancouver, Canada, by baking up a batch of maple leaf pancakes!

Turn your leftover cranberry dressing into a sweet, rich bread with this holiday recipe.

Here is a hands-on activity to help third graders understand the four points of a compass...and how we use them to get around.

This science fair project idea examines how well individuals can remember a story they were told and how accurately they pass that story along.

Similar to fried rice, this quick fix scramble uses leftover quinoa and vegetables.

Here's a game your child is sure to love playing with her friends: French Cricket. Just grab a baseball bat and a tennis ball, and you're set.

These kid-approved chicken strips are not only easy to make and quick cooking, they're also gluten-free.

Spider cupcakes are creepy-crawly treats that are perfect for Halloween. These spider cupcakes make for a great Halloween party treat.

This easy paper craft looks like the ancient Moai sculptures of Easter Island.

Back-to-back breathing is a great way to practice self-calming while also creating connection and developing trust.

Classic meatloaf gets a healthy update with quinoa in place of breadcrumbs.

Here's an activity that has your teenager or child upcycling empty cereal boxes to create a handy, one-of-a-kind notebook holder to keep her space organized.

Create a graph based on the interests of family member's to see who has what in common. Your child will practice her math skills and get to know the family!

Halloween bingo is a fun Halloween word and symbol activity for ghosts and ghouls of all ages. Play Halloween bingo this October to get into the spooky spirit.

Inspired by the crispy, crunchy leaves of fall, this fanciful project is simple, easy and completely affordable. Now that's something to be thankful for!

Wraps are a great alternative to the traditional PB & J and a BLT wrap is something your young chef can even make himself!

This reading comprehension activity teaches children reading in reverse: how would you teach an alien to use a zipper?

Celebrate the holidays by making farolitos, paper lanterns with elaborate designs and historical roots.

Shrimp are dredged in sweet rice flour and shredded coconut and baked till they're crisp and golden.

Nothing warms a wintry afternoon like a warm bowl of soup - especially when it's homemade!

Be an inspector detective for a day in this fun mystery game that puts your child's powers of observation to the test. Perfect for a party or group gathering.

Along with being an interesting science activity, dehydrated strawberries are also tasty â and healthy!

Firefly flash tag is a great way to get your kids outdoors and running around during the dog days (or nights) of summer.

Let your child step into the main character's shoes as they keep track of the setting, events, and names of characters in the story by keeping a journal.

In this activity, your child will write and draw about a time when they acted in ways that illustrated responsibility, kindness, or integrity. They will also reflect on what it felt like to have control over their choices and behaviors.

This homemade keepsake book is a great project for your fifth grader to make for someone special this holiday season!