Tin can phones offer something modern versions don't—a fun project to make with a friend, and a dramatic illustration of vibration and sound waves.

Use an old strawberry basket to create a decorative box for storing knickknacks, jewelry or odds and ends with this recycled craft.

As school starts, there's no better time to get your kid off to a fresh, fun, organized start. Here's a desk craft for style-minded students!

Turn leftover puzzle pieces into a one-of-a-kind necklace that's sure to brighten any outfit.

Is it a bird? Is it Superman? No, it's your third grader's homemade miniature plane zooming across the room on a zip line.

Celebrate the Presidents Day the creative way by constructing toilet paper tube figurines of a couple famous U.S. Presidents!

Capture the past with this photo mobile that turns old photo negative strips into hanging art!

Looking for a fun way to display photos? Give recycled objects a second life by turning them into a creative photo holder.

Create a one-of-a-kind lunchbox with your second grader using recycled materials and some down home ingenuity!

This school bus is easy to make, and all you need are some common household items.

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

Rid your family of that pile of old Christmas cards once and for all! Show your child how to create a nifty 8-sided ornament using his favorite holiday images.

Light up your home with this lightning bug craft that will keep glowing even after summer's gone!

Using an empty plastic bottle, your child can create a newfangled version of this African percussion instrument.

Instead of buying new sunglasses this summer, why not use recycled materials to make some of your own?

If your kid likes to color, you probably know all too well that crayons go quickly. Put those crayon stubs to use by creating colorful ironed wax paper art!

These spaghetti ornaments take seconds to make and are a great addition to a tree, gift or window.

Make a shiny decorative Menorah using an egg carton and light bulbs.

Preserve some precious memories this Mother's Day! Make a shoe planter out of that old pair of your child's favorite shoes.

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.

This Star of David craft is eco-friendly and will help your child practice basic geometry. Make a festive Star of David craft for Hanukkah.

Instead of heading to the craft store, take a step back in time and restock your art supply with this easy recipe for homemade ink.

Teach your child the meaning of recycle and reuse by repurposing plastic spoons as plant markers for your vegetable garden.

Outfit a pair of dark sunglasses with sneaky mirrors for eyes in the back of your head.

If you have a young child who loves physical stunts, try making these coffee-can stilts for backyard fun.

Help the environment this Christmas by using fabric remnants to make this beautiful braided wreath!

Don't throw out all those old artworks! Your child can transform them into a fun and exciting paper circle garland she can use for decorating her room.

What better way to raise awareness about the environment than with an eco-friendly Earth-themed party? Get your party started with this step-by-step guide.

In this arts and crafts activity, work with your preschooler to transform a cardboard box into a puppet theater and put on your own puppet drama.

Upcycle old paint chip samples from hardware stores or paint shops to create beautiful, funky pieces of custom-made jewelry!