4th and 5th Grade Activities : Page 28

Let your kid be imaginative (and a little messy) as she builds a striking centerpiece in the tradition of papier-mâché artists of the past.

Instead of heading to the mall to replace worn-out clothes, hold a crafting session by patching up the rips and tears with some stylishly-shaped patches.

Your child can make a sweet and savory spinach strawberry salad; two ingredients that come together for a light and fresh summer dish!

Give your child some simple craft supplies and see what happens in this heartwarming and artistic contribution to the Seder table this year.

The goal of this science fair project is to discover the science behind carbonated soft drinks and apply this knowledge to create a new one.

Does your middle school teenager have good reflexes? Gauge his reaction time in this science and math activity that requires only a yardstick and a friend.

In this experiment, you'll make a seafloor spreading model to learn more about how plate tectonics work and create mid-ocean ridges.

Children read a famous letter from the American Civil War, then write a response, in this thoughtful history activity.

Your child will reflect on the term "beauty" and the things they are grateful for. They will read the book All the World by Liz Garton Scanlon and reflect on how focusing on the small and big things of beauty around them can benefit themselves and others.

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

This science fair project idea attempts to train a worm to complete a simple maze in order to find out if worms can learn and remember.

Test out the pH levels of soil in your backyard versus soil in more wild environments to solve this science case.

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

Romantic idioms are colorful and sometimes confusing phrases about love. Make a book of romantic idioms with this activity.

This activity encourages self-expression. When your child is finished she will have created a personalized pin to wear or give as a gift!

Inspired by Japanese woodcuts, this make your own stamps project will be a big hit with your fifth grade or middle school child.

Decorate with a banner made from paper, clover shapes and buttons to celebrate spring or St. Patrick's Day!

This unique drawing activity gives kids a chance to practice their concentration and focus, and the end result is sure to bring lots of laughs!

Part food craft, part witchcraft, this is a yummy delight your middle schooler will want to make à and eat!

Petanque, a traditional French lawn game, is a wonderful activity to entertain groups of kids and help them learn a little bit about other cultures.

In this popcorn experiment, students can explore how two things made out of the same material can have very different appearances and densities.

The objective of this science fair project is to examine the basic principles of air pressure using simple materials like a balloon, straw and string.

Nothing says Father's Day like a brand new necktie. Much tastier than fabric ties, these sweet baked versions are the perfect gift for Dad.

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

This family project is a fun way to teach your child about her heritage and practice her geography.

Explore the math concept of probability with your fifth grader on "lucky" St. Patrick's day this year!

Get this cool science fair idea to explore how arctic tundra animals change their behavior and adapt to survive in long, cold winters.

This zombie cake will give your Halloween enthusiast an excuse to lurch and limp around the kitchen. Share this zombie cake with friends and the undead.

Sneak some vitamin-packed greens into your homemade popsicles for a frozen summer treat thatâs both delicious and nutritious

Make English grammar fun with this engaging card game! Play a few rounds after a lesson on tenses to help students review what they have learned.