Spark your child's interest in international sporting events by creating a banner of world flags.

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

Countries all around the world have been using the abacus for thousands of years to make math easier. Have your kid make his own abacus to practice arithmetic.

Music is all around us. Bring some melody into your home with a hand-crafted door harp.

Recycle bottles of different shapes and sizes to create a group of unique dolls that are as unique as the real people around you!

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.

Take the art making outside: have your first grader make a clay relief sculpture of the natural world. This is a great activity for summer.

Got an empty bottle sitting around collecting dust? Put it to good use by turning it into a homemade night light for your kids.

Are you looking for an out-of-this world activity that's both fun and educational? This solar system garland is a great way to introduce your child to astronomy.

The pinwheel is a simple toy that has been around for years and uses the wonders of the wind to spin it and delight kids of all ages!

Does your child love learning about dinosaurs? Does he like digging around in search of hidden treasures? In this fun activity he'll do both!

With this activity, your child can learn about how molecules join together and make a pretty decoration to hang around the house. Here's how:

This adorable toy is fun to play with and easy to make. Even better, you should be able to find all the materials you need lying around your house.

Big bags hold a lot of candy, but they're hard to tote around. Have your kid construct a candy corn candy holder perfect for carrying a few lightweight treats.

Help your little builder move up in the world with this recycled cardboard castle that's just the right size for a young king and his loyal stuffed subjects.

What IS That Thing? is a game for kids of all ages that uses scrap paper and junk from around the house! A great way to recycle, reduce, and reuse.

Create a haunted house from upcycled materials in this lively craft project!

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

Let your second grader channel a famous Dr. Seuss character--the Cat in the Hat--with this hat-making activity inspired by the main character.

Learn about Ikebana, or the Japanese art of flower arranging, with your child while artfully arranging spring flowers!

Bring the sea to your home with this marine life–inspired art project that displays beautifully when suspended from the ceiling.

Create this homemade slinky snake from recycled materials. It can move and slither about like the real thing!

Celebrate the popular holiday Diwali with a craft! Make a homemade diya lamp to welcome light over darkness.

Get a leg up on counting concepts with this project where art and math collide.

This clay "painting" activity encourages and supports creative development and critical thinking skills.

Spark your child's interest in ancient history by making a round shield like the ones carried by hoplites, Ancient Greek citizen-soldiers.

Are you tired of the same old Easter egg dying routine? Does your kid love to try new art techniques? If so, try making Easter eggs out of embroidery floss!

Let your child add her creative touch to Cinco de Mayo celebrations by showing her how to make chili pepper napkin rings.

Forget toy stores! Show your first or second grader how to make a vehicle out of fruit from a neighbor's tree or local farmers' market.

Your first grader will improve her fine motor skills as she designs her own drum set with recycled household objects and art supplies!