Instead of painting a picture of a whale, let your preschooler make their own whale toy using a paper bag and some recycled art supplies.

Learning to identify and categorize different geometric shapes is a big goal for early learners. And your neighborhood is the perfect place to start!

Everyone loves homemade cookies, but have you ever thought about making the cookie cutters at home? Here's some instructions for making homemade cookie cutters.

Reuse old cardboard boxes and popsicle sticks to create a miniature sled that is perfect for pretend play with dolls or action figures.

Practice counting to 100 independently with this American flag craft project! 

Help your curious kid cut through the clutter and collect the facts with a simple and fun science foldable.

Delight your first grader by combining a reading activity with a fun "tea party" as she unscrambles cut-up words in a tea bag to form sentences and stories.

Whether it's a bag lunch, goody bag, or used to decorate a table, this cute little fox bag is sure to make your kid smile.

Give items that usually get tossed in the trash a second life with this green arts and crafts activity for kindergarteners. Make a milk carton train engine!

This St. Patrick's Day have your little mischief-maker create a simple leprechaun disguise that's sure to inspire a some good-hearted giggling.

Make this cool iPod or cell phone case for Dad out of one of his little-used ties.

Make the 100th day celebration extra special by creating your own 100th Day of School Top Hat.

This snowman's not abominable, he's adorable! Your child can bring her very own snowman to life while practicing how to create texture.

Help your first grader create special 3D paper Christmas trees that he can use to decorate the home or give to friends.

Celebrate Easter brunch with these flaky, delicious, and--yes--healthy whole wheat "bunny biscuits."

Your child will have a blast developing their fine motor skills and working on shape recognition with this bright and cheery crab decoration.

You don't need a garden to enjoy flowers. This first grade activity let's you make a lovely bouquet for Valentine's Day

Give Hallmark a run for its money with these handmade printed cards.

Play this fun game with your kindergarten or first grader. It's a great way to practice important math skills, including counting and addition.

Make a bouquet of colorful duct tape flowers in this hands-on spring craft.

Shed some "light" on the Chinese culture while brightening up your home. Teach your child the Chinese character for good luck with this lantern craft.

Make going back to school fun with this surprising pop up book, perfect for first graders!

In this activity, your child will learn how to spruce up her bike with an original license plate!

Give a holiday greeting that everyone will remember by making this tactile card with your child this year.

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!

In this activity, your child will create a red envelope that can be filled with money to spread good will and ward off evil spirits in the New Year.

Kids can jazz up their checker sets by transforming boring round checker pieces into baby chicks and eggs in this 1st grade arts and crafts activity.

Help your child master shape recognition by creating some funky topiary trees.

Learn how to make fairy wings with these easy instructions. See how to make fairy wings for Halloween or dress-up time.

Children will practice mindfulness through a short guided practice, reflect on the practices that support peace, and then will build a "peace garden."