Help your child learn how to protect the environment by creating a useful reference for the family with this recycling poster.

Discover what makes an alligator an alligator with this adorable and affordable alligator craft.

Inspired by colorful African drums and crafted from recyclable materials, these pencil holders will make a bold and charming addition to any desk set.

This recycled craft makes a great addition to the dress-up box and is a two-in-one activity and party favor for princess-themed birthday parties.

What's cooler than an explosion? Not much! This simple science experiment lets kids build their own pop rocket. So put on your safety goggles and let her rip.

Help your child use recycled materials, a little imagination and some writing skills to build his very own recycled creature.

There are a lot of ways to make decorative wreaths. This wreath uses cloth and egg carton flowers!

Make the 100th day celebration extra special by creating your own 100th Day of School Top Hat.

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

This project can help prepare your child for a trip to the tide pools, or give him a way to remember some of the many creatures he saw during his visit.

Celebrate National Drum Month in November by using a couple of recycled yogurt cups and making a groovy set of bongos!

Make your own wrapping paper with some materials from around the house. Try to make your own wrapping paper this year for a unique presentation for your gifts.

Make a homemade doll out of recycled materials, similar to dolls made by pioneer children.

Perk up your front porch with this hanging vase craft, perfect for spring and for getting kids outdoors!

Celebrate Earth Day by making colorful animal sculptures using recycled materials from around the house in this 3rd grade arts and crafts activity.

Re-use old plastic food containers to create these uniquely beautiful stepping stones to embed in your backyard!

Valentine's Day is a great day to show loved ones how much you appreciate them, and this love bug craft is an adorably simple way to spread the love.

Your child can re-use and re-purpose old seeds and paper into something new: decorated paper that can be planted!

Learn how to make a mustache with these simple instructions. See how to make a mustache on a stick for Halloween, costume parties, or dress up.

Give your local birds a treat — and your young birdwatcher some fun — with this simple DIY bird feeder.

This DIY menorah will make a beautiful addition to your Hanukkah celebrations. Make a DIY menorah with your child this winter.

Making these fabulous cupcake liner flowers is a great way to introduce your child to relief artwork and patterns.

This is the perfect recycling project for back to school! Your child will put all those extra paper bags to good use and assemble her own personal notepad.

Your child will make her mark on the world with unique homemade ink stamps.

Help your child use an old water bottle and a few other household materials to make her own eco-friendly pal!

Ever wonder how those kooky kazoos work? Get to know the science behind this silly instrument by making your very own kazoo!

Help your first grader get started making this watering can that's filled with homemade flowers. It will brighten up any window sill ... and it's eco-friendly!

Add an ancient protective tool to your child's dress-up chest: the Viking shield!

Celebrate Earth Day, or any day, by recycling an old CD and make a colorful, decorative fish!

This homemade snare drum made with everyday household items gets its authentic rattle sound from paper clips and tin.