Here's an activity to help your first grader read and write, while staying in touch with a faraway friend or relative. Here's how:

Does the idea of taking your child to an art museum sound daunting? Create your own museum and give your child some practice with shapes!

Science fair project idea that examines different physical characteristics of a chosen animal. Make educated guesses about evolution based on animal's form.

Here's a writing activity that helps young learners explore an ant's perspective...and practice writing, too!

El dia de los muertos (the day of the dead) is a Mexican holiday celebrated on November 1st and 2nd every year. Other Latin American countries celebrate a variation of the holiday, but it originates in Mexico and is unique to this country. These two days