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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!

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

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.

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.

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.

Ask your kids to write these one-sentence "Holiday Wishes." Without realizing it, they'll be building third grade Language Arts skills.

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

Looking for a cool game to help your first grader learn her 11s? Look no further than this clever one-person card game.

This unique Santa is made only from circles. Your little one will have a fantastic time puzzling together Santa's face with this circle-centric activity.

First grade math includes lots of work with two-digit numbers. Here's an activity to help kids practice recognizing and sequencing numbers from 1-30.

If you are looking for a special way to celebrate dad on his day, help your little one to design a creative letter photo collage.

Create a crafty porcupine with your first grader, and use the opportunity to teach your little one about it's ingenious (yet painful!) defense mechanism.

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.

With a few basic art supplies and a little imagination, you can repurpose empty oatmeal containers into a one-of-a-kind Father's Day cookie jar.

Your child can learn more about Vincent van Gogh's influential style of painting by creating an homage to Starry Night, one his most beloved paintings.

Transform a single sheet of card stock into a double-sided painting of opposites: on one side, a bright daytime landscape, on the other, a dusky evening scene.