Dive into U.S. colonial history by making a simple bottle gourd water cooler, crafted by colonists of Roanoke Island in the 16th century.

Give your second-grader insight into the Huichol culture of Mexico with this arts and craft activity by creating an ojo de Dios (eye of God), or yarn weaving.

Chinese New Year is a time when many different luck-bringing rituals are performed. In this activity your child will create a lucky trinket.

Help your child observe Veterans Day by having him create a paper chain American flag; it's a fun and crafty way to show your patriotism.

Learn about the architecture of Asia by building your very own model of a pagoda!

Make a paper plate puppet that'll help your child imagine what it's like to be in a performance of the dragon dance.

In this activity, kids learn a little about Japanese culture by making their own windsock in the shape of a koi fish.

Celebrate the colors of the American flag with this playful craft project!

This dreidel ornament makes a sparkling spinning top out of popsicle sticks. Make this dreidel ornament and get ready for Hanukkah.

There's no need to hunt down a cactus for this rainstick craft. In fact, you can recycle items you probably already have on hand.

Get started on an ofrenda for Dia de los Muertos with this easy edible sugar skull project.

Teach your child about Chinese New Year by creating a dragon float inspired by the brilliant traditional ones seen in Chinese new year parades.

Combine art, history and food with this unique project! Your child will make her own butters, and learn a little about Colonial history at the same time

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.

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

Washi Ningyo, otherwise known as Japanese paper dolls, make fantastic bookmarks! Encourage your child to read more with this delightful, origami-inspired doll.

Making a freedom kite is a great way to show appreciation on Memorial Day or July 4th, and enjoy the summer sunshine with family.

Maracas are most commonly found in music around the world. Introduce your child to percussion and rhythm with this easy-to-make instrument.

Make a lei and bring a touch of the tropical lifestyle into your home!

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

Nothing says party like a bright and bursting piÃata! Create your own mini festive centerpiece with paper towel rolls and ribbons.

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

Kokeshi dolls have been around since the 17th century, and now your child can recreate a piece of Japanese history and culture right at home.

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

Here's an arts and crafts activity for preschoolers and pre-kindergarteners: build brick buildings with homemade mud bricks made from dirt and water.

Make a garland of paper flags representing your child's favorite countries.

Make your own architectural masterpiece with supplies from the pantry. Your temple may not be as impressive as the real thing, but it'll be twice as delicious!

Bring a bit of the fun of Yuan Xiao Jie to your home with this lantern activity. Happy New Year!

Create a yarn doll out of a few toothpicks and colorful string with this Guatemalan craft.

Challenge your fourth grader to try to recreate the geography of her state using just flour, salt, and water.