1st - 5th Grade Independence Day Activities

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!

Help your fourth grade scientist practice measurement, and make a scrumptious, healthy summer cheesecake in the process!

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

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

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

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

Making a freedom kite is a great way to show appreciation on Memorial Day or July 4th, and enjoy the summer sunshine with family.

Here are three healthy burger recipes your second grader can help you whip up for a summer barbecue!

This 4th of July, explore fourth grade science and make some safe fireworks in your own backyard using soda pop!

These DIY star garlands will add the perfect patriotic touch to your home this 4th of July!

Practice math and social studies skills with this fun game based on the Battle of Lexington and Concord.

Whether your child is celebrating a great American holiday or simply feeling patriotic, this american flag craft is sure to please your little artist.

Fireworks are such an exciting part of part of summer festivities, but it's sad when the show is over. Keep them alive all year long with watercolor fireworks.

Put your second grade scientist to work this Fourth of July with our colorful "liquid fireworks" project!

This Fourth of July, create some explosive colors on black paper for fun Fourth of July decorations!

Be active while learning about American history with this twist on the classic running game "Capture the Flag."

Let your fourth grader contribute to your 4th of July picnic with this creative caddy craft project.

Conduct a mock interview with the President to teach your child about politics, the president and the world she lives in.

Make a reusable picnic pouch with your child this summer to celebrate the Fourth of July in an eco-friendly way.

Indulge in an American classic with a twist and seize the opportunity to cook with your child, helping her build those math and social studies skills.

Introduce your child to the concept of the melting pot by decorating a patriotic 4th of July planter.

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

Mix up a batch of molasses cookies, and you'll have a delicious chance to teach your child some math and social studies in the process!

These festive red and blue drink umbrellas are the perfect DIY party idea. While you're making them you can even sneak in a little compass practice.

Make these delicious and festive smoothies with your kids this Fourth of July to celebrate the holiday with a healthy twist.

Help your first grader make these patriotic hanging streamer decorations this 4th of July!

Try making these hand-dipped candles with your child and help bring colonial history to life!

Make a healthy, no-cook salad with some help from your third grade chef - and practice math and measurement while you're at it!

This Fourth of July, play a fun history-inspired math and logic puzzle game for your kids to play!

Practice math and measurement with your third grader this Fourth of July by making these festive cupcakes!