1st and 2nd Grade Activities : Page 19

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

This science fair project idea investigates if webbed feet help a duck (and others) swim.

Challenge your first grader to wordsmith her way to victory with this puzzle! Who can find the most words in the letters of "Saint Patrick's Day"?

Why wait for the Easter bunny to arrive when your child can become a bunny herself? Creating a bunny mask is the perfect way to celebrate Easter.

Save some money this Halloween and work out fine motor skills by helping your child make his very own computer costume.

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

These quick and easy pumpkin quesadillas are as delicious as they are nutritious. Celebrate Fall and the wonder squash that is the pumpkin!

Use painted pasta to create your very own ancient Egyptian necklace.

Your child can pretend she is a pro by creating a crackle painting that looks and feels like a classic work of art!

In this free science fair project idea, we learn about surface tension and how it can support mass—in this case, a floating paper clip.

Celebrate Easter brunch with these flaky, delicious, and--yes--healthy whole wheat "bunny biscuits."

Why would you pay for pricey dolls at the store when your second grader can create and play with her own personalized set?

Turn printed family photos into a sturdy "flash card" game to help your child learn the names and faces of near and distant relatives.

Home made candles make for great home made gifts at Christmas, Mother's Day, birthdays. Great presents for any special occasion!

This funny valentine features springing hearts and sparkling stickers to make an unusual holiday greeting. Make a funny valentine with your little comedian.

Create a soda bottle garden that defies gravity! This hanging terrarium is housed in a soda bottle and perfect for crafty kids with a growing green thumb.

Let your first grader get inspired by the fiery fall colors outside his window by creating a beautiful handprint tree!

Get back into school with this exciting architecture exploration! In this craft activity your child will research, draw, and build his own school.

Transfer your child's artwork onto clothing using an iron-on transfer. It's easier than it sounds, and your child will love wearing his artwork!

This science fair project idea determines which method of hand cleansing is the most effective.

Do you think you could walk around upside down -- with your feet in the air and your head on the ground?

Everyone has a dream. The hard part is striving to make those dreams come true. Encourage your child to dream big with this easy craft project.

A recycled egg carton and a big imagination is all it takes for these flowers to bloom!

Inspired by the crispy, crunchy leaves of fall, this fanciful project is simple, easy and completely affordable. Now that's something to be thankful for!

Make going back to school fun with this surprising pop up book, perfect for first graders!

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

Create a sun-shaped summer words chart in this DIY craft activity!

Here, kids can make edible collages out of cookies and candy. Colorful, creative, and delicious, they make great gifts for sweet-toothed family and friends.

Sure, you can go out and buy a box of Valentine cards--but for a special message try this simple craft activity to make someone's day.

Practice addition with your child in a whole new way when you battle to defend your cards in this competitive game. Math has never been so fun!