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Kids are acutely aware of what's "fair" and what's not. Here's a quirky way to teach your first grader the importance of voting and democracy.

Help your child create his own pinata in this fun and easy activity. Use paper mache and fingerpaint for a party pinata everyone will love.

Use the appeal of the common road sign to your advantage by creating a game with hidden learning opportunities.

Introduce your first grader to our country's most famous leaders with an artsy info board full of facts, patriotic colors and coins!

Help your child observe Veterans Day by having him create a paper chain American flag; it's a fun and crafty way to show your patriotism.

Let your imagination take flight as you explore the beautiful continent of Africa! Do this fun writing activity with your child to honor Black History Month.

Teach your child about the importance of Labor Day by helping her learn about the different hats that are worn by workers in various occupations.

Make a paper plate puppet that'll help your child imagine what it's like to be in a performance of the dragon dance.

Build your child's social studies skills by making a map together.

Celebrate Ramadan by creating a crescent moon and star...out of stars! This craft is the perfect way to introduce your child to an important national symbol.

Whether you're teaching your kid about this important cultural art form or simply looking for a fun project, sandpainting is a fun activity you'll both enjoy.

Make a lei and bring a touch of the tropical lifestyle into your home!

Ancient tribes believed that these dolls kept worries away at night. Your 1st grader can make his own and learn about history, culture, and art in this activity

Help your child discover the difference between his wants and needs using this poster.

During your next craft time, strike up the band with this homemade Chinese instrument.

Give your child an American history lesson as you create a colorful mini totem pole!

Your child can decorate her own set of Russian nesting dolls in this easy felt craft.

Encourage your child to learn about the Japanese culture as you make a traditional Japanese fan out of paper.

This simple art project will help your child think of nice words to say that come from the heart.

In this activity, your child will make her own book of Swahili numbers filled with pictures of animals found throughout Africa.

Nothing says party like a bright and bursting piÃata! Create your own mini festive centerpiece with paper towel rolls and ribbons.

In this activity, your first grader will practice calendar skills, observe the weather and learns to read calendar words. Here's how to get started:

Host a royal party full of "please and thank you" - even the queen would approve. Have a ball while your kids practice etiquette!

Your second grader can honor two renowned U.S. Presidents--Abraham Lincoln and George Washington--by crafting larger-than-life pennies and quarters!

Teaching your child some basic words in Spanish is a breeze at home, with this simple and fun activity that doesn't require special educational materials.

Make this dragon relief with your first grader to celebrate Asian Pacific American Heritage Month and teach her about an important part of Chinese culture.

Have your kid create a chart of job titles. It's a great way to get them to recognize the people whose efforts benefit the community.

Combine art, history and food with this unique project! Your child will make her own butters, and learn a little about Colonial history at the same time

In this activity, your child will create a red envelope that can be filled with money to spread good will and ward off evil spirits in the New Year.

Celebrate Ramadan by recreating a scene depicting the inside of a mosque. Your kid will marvel at the beautiful stained glass effect of the finished project.