Civil War soldiers didn't take their wives with them to the battlefield, but they took along a piece of home: little sewing kits called "housewives".

This Presidents Day, meet four of our country's most important heroes with this Mount Rushmore writing activity.

This project, focused on the burial practices of ancient Egyptians, is a great addition to a social studies curriculum.

Help your second grader celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King with this rainbow table mat.

On Martin Luther King Day, help your third grader create an original "scratch art" card to thank a person who has made a difference in his life.

Learners can hone their cutting skills while making this patriotically festive star collage!

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.

Help your child comprehend the past by using hands-on activities like this homemade lantern project.

Pop up a pup tent, just like Civil War soldiers did on the battlefield.

What better way to remember the achievements of past U.S. Presidents than with a game of memory!

Celebrate Hanukkah the old-fashioned way with an oil lantern. This craft is a perfect opportunity to teach your child the history of this special holiday.

Ancient Greek vases were not only utilitarian, they were also works of art. Jump into ancient cultures by decorating your own vase in classic Greek style.

An ancient form of writing gets new life in an activity designed to help your child read understand what life was like for early Native Americans.

To celebrate black history month, use this matching quiz to help your kid demonstrate their knowledge of famous African-Americans.

Honor our 16th president by having your kid assemble his famous stovepipe hat! This Abe Lincoln hat craft is the perfect way to celebrate Presidents Day.

What could be more fun than doing sidewalk art? How about making your own colored sidewalk chalk!

Craft a paper rocket in this hands-on activity inspired by the life of Mae Jemison!

Help your fourth grader design a first class postage stamp for a hero who stood up for the dignity of people from all walks of life.

Looking for a fun summer adventure? Learn what it was like to be a prospector during the California Gold Rush by panning for gold in a local creek.

Learn an ancient craft with this introduction to weaving. A great tie-in for kids learning about ancient cultures.

Promote your child's appreciation for Jackie Robinson, an important figure in African-American history, by having your child create a baseball card!

With a handful of craft supplies, your fourth grader can capture some of the artistic magic of the ancient Maya.

Capture a bit of mythological magic with this clever sock craft!