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Here are two fun, rhythmic jump rope chants to help your first grader learn the days of the week, practice reading skills, and stay fit!

Are you ready to be a detective for science? Then get out your magnifying glass and start studying fingerprints!

In this activity, your child will learn and practice mindfulness by using their senses to focus on one thing at a time.

Help your child get ready for back to school with this fun fifth grade activity, which has him creating an "I'm Studying" door sign.

Delicious nachos are easy and fun to make any day of the week. Here's how to master this easy nacho recipe.

Whatever the season, celebrate greenery and growth by helping your child study some delightful spring words.

In this cool science experiment, learn about magnetism and poles, and test magnet strength to find out if two magnets are twice as strong as one.

Be a chemist for a day and study the simple reaction between sugar and heat. Try heating sugar and see what happens!

Study the life cycle of the common blowfly as it relates to forensic investigation. Record the first time you see flies, maggots, and eggs.

Conduct a simple experiment with your child to study how dirt tracks change as they age in this 1st grade science activity.

This science project challenges students to study deer behavior in their natural habitat- the feeding patterns, social behaviors, male to female ratio, etc.

Study science with your first grader in this arts and crafts activity that models the reason why fall leaves change color with some paint and crayons.

Create some flying bats with your little one this Halloween season. This activity is a great way for your little one to learn about symmetry.

Salute your "#1 Dad" with this creative pop-up card!

In kindergarten, your child spent lots of time counting things one by one. But in first grade, he'll need to be able to count in groups, especially by fives.

In this social emotional learning activity, your child will create a goal board and practice setting one goal for an assignment or task and the steps they will need to achieve it.

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

Creating a book is one thing, but creating a codex is a whole different ball game.

Teach your little one to appreciate all the best things in life with a keepsake Thanksgiving plate.

Make this cool iPod or cell phone case for Dad out of one of his little-used ties.

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

The perfect activity for a rainy day, or any time your little one moans, "Moooo-oom, there's nothing to do!"

Introduce your little one to the joys of gardening with this adorable do-it-yourself planter made from clothespins.

In this activity, students will be challenged to describe and count the ways a toy moves from one position on a grid to another.

Help your child's backpack stand out from the crowd by attaching trinkets or decorations that are as one of a kind as she is.

Your child can enjoy the summer sun as she creates her own one-of-a-kind mural!

Make this spring break a memorable one by creating a "growth" flower with your child, also great for your second grader's writing practice!

For most second graders, a good secret code is just about irresistible. Here's one that builds math facts while you're at it!

Make cupid's arrow with your little one this Valentine's Day. It's a quick and easy craft that's the perfect alternative to candy-giving.

Your little one will have fun making this pot of gold craft that can easily be displayed on any doorknob or hook.