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The words of great thinkers throughout the ages have changed the course of history. Have your kid find an inspiring quote and create a work of art around it.

Being a kid is hard work. Soothe stresses and calm fears with this DIY Zen garden -- all you need is sand, stones and a shoebox.

Learn an ancient craft with this introduction to weaving. A great tie-in for kids learning about ancient cultures.

Celebrate Mexican heritage and inspire creativity in your budding artist with this unique arts and crafts activity.

Want to help your child learn more about his community while boosting creativity? Set up a post office play station right in your very own home!

This November, it's elephant versus donkey! Does your third grader understand the meaning behind the animals political parties choose to represent them?

Learn about the beautiful Indian art of Madhubani painting with this fun and creative project.

Follow this Colonial recipe for candied rose petals, and share the sweets with friends, family or classmates.

Children tap into their own imaginative storytelling skills by creating and writing a richly embellished folk tale about their favorite member of the animal kingdom.

Every year at the Passover Seder, the Ten Plagues are mentioned as part of the ritual. Have your kid draw the plagues to help him remember their importance.

Puppets can help preschoolers practice communication and conflict resolution.

Whether your child is celebrating a great American holiday or simply feeling patriotic, this american flag craft is sure to please your little artist.

Have your kid create a chart of job titles. It's a great way to get them to recognize the people whose efforts benefit the community.

Teach your child about the importance of Labor Day by helping her learn about the different hats that are worn by workers in various occupations.

Celebrate Veterans Day with your child by helping them create and send a well-deserving veteran a "thank you" card via the U.S. Veteran's Affairs Department.

Test your learner's knowledge of Barack Obama by challenging your child to complete a crossword puzzle about the President after reading a short biography.

Travel to ancient Mesopotamia with your kids by carving your own unique cuneiform cylinder seals.

Explore geometric shapes and pattern as your child makes her very own Hawaiian kapa cloth.

This cultural craft makes a pretty decoration and teaches kids about other cultures.

Help your child create her own version of a Moroccan lantern to give her room an Arabian nights feel!

Lots of kids wonder what it would be like to be a police officer. Celebrate the people who help keep our communities safe with this fun craft.

This activity with add some fun and education to long car trips. Perfect for family vacations!

In this activity, your child will learn how to make a drop spindle with a handy vegetable.

Capture a bit of mythological magic with this clever sock craft!

Ignite your child's creativity by having them design their own clay version of an alebrije, a traditional fanciful creature like the ones made in Oaxaca, Mexico.

Help your child comprehend the past by using hands-on activities like this homemade lantern project.

Have your kid imagine that she is a TV personality who has been assigned to cover the Olympics.

This science fair project idea explores whether people have an innate feel for the passing of time from a few seconds to 20 minutes.

Learn more about the fascinating folk art of Pennsylvania Dutch hex signs with this easy craft.

Help your fifth grader trace your family's roots and interview all the living mothers to create a makeshift, 3-D family tree!