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Looking for something to do on a slow afternoon? Try cornhole, a simple and fun tossing game. Make your own set with a few things from the recycling bin.

This variation on the game of tag combines exercise, teamwork, and a little friendly trickery.

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

Make sure your child is prepared for Halloween by having him create a stamp-printing that says: "Trick or treat? Smell my feet!"

Have you ever taken a bag of snacks with you on a road trip? If you lived in the 19th century, you might have taken hardtack instead.

Celebrate Earth Day by making a poster that encourages people not to litter.

This science fair project focuses on the use of the enzyme amylase found in human saliva to break down starch into sugar.

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.

This science experiment tests if dog saliva can really help heal wounds.

Homemade Halloween treats make great party foods for an All Hallow's Eve get together. These four homemade Halloween treats are scary-good.

This gooey, squishy recipe will introduce your second grader to the world of measurements without seeming like a lesson or a chore.

Next time your child says he's bored, suggest a game of Toe Fencing! It's a silly and physical game that can be played anywhere, any time.

Keep your holiday memories safe in this crafty photo box, handmade by your child, that's decorated with the signs of the season,

Want to ensure that your child's math knowledge stays sharp? This mean, median, and mode game is the perfect way to reinforce these essential math concepts.

Turn an abstract lesson into a practical craft with the fun and colorful creation of dough earth layers!

This simple and fun project introduces kids to the art of pottery and offers them a glimpse into how ancient peoples created the very first Neolithic pottery.

Does putting soapy water on plants help or hinder plant growth? Kids learn about greywater and how it affects plant growth in this cool science fair project.

Enhance fourth-grade measurement making skills and social studies learning with this stitching project.

In this activity, your kid will watch coal turn into crystals right before her very eyes, and learn some science along the way!

Here's an adverb acting game that will have your child hungrily, unceasingly, enthusiastically learning!

A homemade lava lamp gives any room a retro flair. Find out how to make a homemade lava lamp, and learn some science too, with this educational activity.

Learning to identify prime numbers can be tricky. But this fun card game can make memorizing some basic prime numbers a breeze.

Movement activities are crucial for developing minds and bodies. Animal movements, in particular, encourage children to think about their own body mechanics in comparison with animals they may have observed.

Sure, your kid may already be a Picasso with a paintbrush, but even fancy artists need a new challenge.

This experiment uses a yeast solution, liquid detergent, and hydrogen peroxide to produce an exciting reaction like no other!

Find out which type of sponge holds the most water.

Is it magic? No...it's the amazing, gravity-defying capillary action experiment! Kids will love this dramatic and enlightening science fair project.

Experiment with buoyancy to learn how a submarine rises and sinks in this classic science experiment.

Make a phonics paper egg to help your child build up his reading and writing skills.

Serve this seasonal carrot salad at Easter brunch this year, and it just might hop onto your family's list of healthy favorites.