Dive into U.S. colonial history by making a simple bottle gourd water cooler, crafted by colonists of Roanoke Island in the 16th century.

Nothing says fall like pumpkin soup, but it's also really good for you, with high amounts of fiber, iron, zinc and free radical busting antioxidants.

Here's a pumpkin nut bread recipe that makes for a wonderful project on a crisp autumn afternoon.

Use this simple and versatile sauce in pasta, sandwiches, or atop baked chicken.

Sweet potatoes lend a creamy texture and peppery seasoning gives a spicy kick in this fall hash recipe.

Any time is the perfect time to whip up a delicious batch of fluffy pumpkin cookies.

Celebrate the flavors of fall by making this sweet breakfast treat with your child. It beats the stuff from the box any day!

Reinforce your child's measurement and problem solving skills this holiday season! This decadent bread pudding, dressed up with pumpkin and warm spices, is a holiday show-stopper.

Baked rather than fried, these sweet potato fries are a healthier alternative to classic French fries.

Your child can turn cookie dough into a big pile of colorful painted fall leaves ready for eating!

Crowned with orange cream cheese frosting and studded with chocolate chips, these pumpkin muffins make a delicious fall treat.

Young chefs can easily make this simple soup, perfect for a brisk fall day. Along with being very flavorful, it makes a perfect pre-dinner appetizer or lunch!

Roasting pumpkin seeds makes for a great Halloween activity, and a healthy snack!

Transform your home into a theater with this fun Fall Family Theater Night activity! Invite the family to gather together to practice reading a fun fall-themed story in the format of a play.

Did you know cooking supports your child in learning complex math skills? Reinforce your child's measurement and problem solving skills by whipping up some healthy sweet potatoes for a dinner side dish!

A package of memory wire and some beads are all that your artist needs to make a bracelet. The challenge will be to come up with a design inspired by autumn.

With this hands-on activity, you'll show how fall colors are hidden in the leaf all year long!

Celebrate autumn with a seasonal bash. Welcome the fall with a festive party for your little one and her friends, full of crafts, snacks and fun games.