2nd - 4th Grade Independence Day Activities

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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!

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

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

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

This 4th of July, end the battle for independence in your house, and show your child just how much freedom she can enjoy.

Get in the 4th of July spirit by whipping up a batch of frosty snow cones, sweetened with syrup in a patriotic palette.

Celebrate Independence Day with a bang! Create a dazzling DIY Independence Day Cards and hand them out to friends and family members.

Help your kid create a patriotic 4th of July table mat with a design inspired by modern artist Keith Haring.

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

Help your crafty kid make rocket-shaped party favors to hand out to friends and family on Independence Day!

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.

Invite your second grader to help you measure and mix these fresh, cool concoctions!

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!

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

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.

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

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

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