Have you ever taken a bag of snacks with you on a road trip? If you lived in the 19th century, you might have taken hardtack instead.

Give your child a taste of life in Civil War era America by mixing up a batch of old-fashioned cornbread, adapted from a 19th century recipe.

Children read a famous letter from the American Civil War, then write a response, in this thoughtful history activity.

Invite your child to create a lovely windmill using the ancient art of origami.

Help your kid create a patriotic red, white, and blue flag banner! On each flag have him write a different word that describes our veterans or fallen soldiers.

Craft a patriotic placemat from red, white, and blue construction paper in this festive craft project!

Are you looking for a fun craft for the next big American holiday? Make this hat with your kid and let him march around the room like a Revolutionary soldier!

Invite children to create a Fourth of July centerpiece with this simple craft activity!

Make this star-spangled greeting for the door to make all your guests feel welcome for the next patriotic holiday.

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