Kids conduct a simple birdseed experiment to figure out what kinds of birds live nearby in this fun science activity.

For a fun activity that takes the dull out of decimals, show you child how to gain a better understanding of decimals...as dollar amounts!

Want to do something a little different for Dad this year? Have your child design his very own Father's Day "Greatest Hits CD" card.

Unlike other seed sprouting projects, this one allows kids to compare five different sprouts (either 5 herbs or 5 flowers) by watching them grow in a glove.

Make this paper mache gargoyle for a lesson in Medieval architecture and sculpture.

In this social emotional learning activity, your child will participate in a mindfulness exercise focused on forgiveness. Then, they'll craft a Peace and Harmony Fidget Spinner to cultivate calmness.

Try this entertaining and educational math activity that will teach your child how to add and subtract decimals.

In this fun art exercise, kids practice seeing multiple shapes and colors inside a water-filled glass and recreate them as a still life using colored paper.

This quick and easy pasta dish is loaded with sweet grape tomatoes and vitamin-packed red pepper pesto.

Discover a way to take old denim out of your child's closet without removing it from her life with this beautiful recycled craft.

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

This St. Patrick's Day, bond with your child over delicious potato pancakes that work for any meal.

Your fourth grader will improve her hand-eye coordination making catnip mice, and you'll finally have a use for all those mate-less socks in the laundry room!

Save the tiny tiles from the iconic board game and reuse them as a statement of scholarly style by making them into a crafty piece of jewelry.

Here's a fun activity that will introduce your fourth grader to the concept of frictionless motion by constructing a hovercraft.

This crazy-easy felt sandwich sewing project is a fun way to get your child interested in the art of sewing.

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

Kids go wild over this colorful and tasty recipe that's perfect for St. Patrick's Day: make green mashed potatoes loaded with healthy vegetables.

In this science fair project, students will try to discover if test subjects can detect the presence of Monosodium Glutumate (MSG) in food.

Create origami claws that can transform your child into a bird, cat, or other clawed creature.

Turn any sunny summer day into a fun and special occasion by having a watermelon seed spitting contest!

Horchata is a very popular type of agua fresca, or fresh water, that is enjoyed throughout Mexico. Here's how to make your own!

Pine cone centerpieces make for a festive and natural holiday decoration. Make a pine cone centerpiece to display on your table or mantelpiece.

Dive into the world of cooking oil and smoke points to discover just how fast some oils start smoking.

In this real-world exercise about the Teal Pumpkin Project, your child will create a persuasive poster to spread the word about the project in the hopes of convincing people to offer non-food trinkets this Halloween season.

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The elegance of a glitter vase will rival the flowers inside it! Help your child craft this artsy gift as a special gift for a loved one.

Invite your kid to decorate your family's ordinary coffee mugs with brightly colored beaded rings!

The next time you and your fifth grader go on a hike, take along this key to figure out which common North American animal left a track along the river bank.

Take play-dough to the next level with this homemade recipe, adding surprising ingredients perfect for summer!