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Add some artsy fun to your child's next reading adventure by letting them draw the characters.

This Thanksgiving cornucopia activity will give you a nice homemade table decoration and will give your child a festive reason to read, write, and be thankful.

Many ancient cultures used the rising or setting sun to create calendars. Observe the setting sun once a week to come up with your own solar calendar!

Science fair project that examines how to grow bacteria in a controlled setting, using simple materials from around the home.

Show your fourth grader how to design and print his own chop, a Chinese "signature" of sorts that uses calligraphic characters or motifs.

Reinforce your child’s understanding of geometry and 2D shapes while learning about the artist Mary Blair and her amazing contributions to many loved movies, books, and characters throughout her career.

Jump into Japanese culture with your child by making your own calligraphy scroll. Try your hand at painting kanji on paper just like Zen masters of old!

Teach your child the art of the status update with this cutting-edge take on the old-fashioned book report: the social media book review!

In this inspiring activity, children create and perform their very own Reader’s Theater about helping the planet!

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.

Want to build your child's literary repertoire with tools like foreshadowing and description? Try a spooky Halloween story!

This Thanksgiving cornucopia makes a great addition to any dining table because once youâre done looking at it, you can dig in and eat it!

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

Communicating using the written word doesn't have to be tough! It can be as simple and fun as composing a comic strip.

Did you ever add salt to pasta? Did it help cook the pasta faster? If not, find out in this science fair project idea.

This experiment examines whether storing your orange juice at different temperatures affects its acidity.

This twist on the classic game of freeze tag spells fun for your fourth grader--and the whole family!

Understanding how to make positive choices about where to put our money and time is a valuable lesson us all! Children strengthen their responsible decision-making skills by learning about consumerism and its effects on society and the environment.

Strengthen your fourth grader's reading skills with this analytic "reader's theater" activity.

Are you looking for an out-of-this world activity that's both fun and educational? This solar system garland is a great way to introduce your child to astronomy.

Introduce your child to the world of motion and physics with a bit of marble play inspired by Sir Isaac Newton!

This year, create cute napkin rings to adorn your holiday table.

A tall glass of lemonade is the perfect summer treat. Make it even better with these creative twists on classic lemonade!

Leadership is a word that can hold many meanings. In this activity, your child will define the word "leadership," learn more about a leader they admire, and reflect on their leadership. Finally, your child will reflect on how they too are a leader!

For a fun way to encourage your child to read, try this comprehension technique made to satisfy visual learners.

Explore how dielectric heating comes into play when microwaving various liquids in this science project. This test will help you understand how microwaves work!

Help your child visualize their goals for the new year by creating a self-portrait that represents all of the amazing things they have done and hope to do.

This arts and crafts project isn't just full of creativity, it's got a lot to teach kids about world cultures as well.

This Santa puppet brings a little extra cheer to your Christmas celebration. Make a Santa puppet with your child this holiday season.

Plan a family dinner based on the "Little House" books, and encourage reading in the household!