2nd - 8th Grade Holidays Activities : Page 21

Make cupid's arrow with your little one this Valentine's Day. It's a quick and easy craft that's the perfect alternative to candy-giving.

As Easter approaches, it's nice to put out a few decorations that emphasize the beauty and freshness of spring. This Easter wreath is the perfect addition.

Add a Hannukah twist to Chutes and Ladders by using a dreidel as the dice.

If you're looking for just the right dessert to serve with your Easter dinner, try your hand at an Easter Bunny cake.

Your second grader will get great measuring practice as she helps you make this rich and creamy green dip!

Cook up some spooky ghost toast for all your little ghouls and goblins this Halloween!

In Muslim culture, Ramadan is a month long celebration dedicated to purifying the soul. Enjoy a delicious snack, and learn more about this holiday!

Candy cane cookies are a great alternative to traditional candy canes, and your family will have a blast making them over the holidays!

Give your third grader a head start in language arts by teaching her an alliteration lesson with this Santa Claus-themed writing project.

Introduce your youngster to this Japanese version of Pin the Tail on the Donkey.

Make a yarmulke for your teddy bear and celebrate The Festival of Lights with this fun craft project.

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

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day this year by making your very own lucky pot of (chocolate!) gold in this 3rd grade arts and crafts activity.

Measuring and mixing is half the fun with these Irish oatmeal cookies, and it's a great way to introduce your second grader to cooking and kitchen tools.

Make a planter full of delicious seasonings and classic grilling vegetables, great for a Fatherâs Day gift or a fun start-of-summer outdoor activity.

Instead of giving friends and family a store bought fruitcake you can make your own this year with your favorite ingredients!

Make “teal the new orange” this Halloween season! Help your child learn about the Teal Pumpkin Project and paint the color teal on a pumpkin to advertise that your family will offer non-food toys as a treat, or “trinket” option.

Edible holiday gifts are perfect for the foodie in your life. Learn how to make edible holiday gifts with this activity and tutorial.

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

Create a unique and colorful Mother's Day gift that Mom can use all year. Upcycle a tea tin by wrapping it with Washi tape!

Explore measurement with your second grader and make this terrific holiday craft.

If you're looking for a fun way to have your child gain practice pattern-making while working out fine motor skills, making Washi eggs is the perfect activity.

This gluten free stuffing matches the distinctive nuttiness of quinoa with the tart sweetness of dried cherries.

Want to do something a little different for Dad this year? Have your child design his very own Father's Day "Greatest Hits CD" card.

Sweet corn muffins are a delicious and unexpected Valentine's Day treat. Make a batch of sweet corn muffins with a hidden surprise this Valentine's Day.

In this fun fall-themed activity, your child will design and decorate a pumpkin based on a picture book. After completing their pumpkin, they’ll write a short story about a new adventure related to their picture book.

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.

Have your child construct his own Christmas tree from construction paper while cutting, overlapping and measuring to create an adorable modern design.

New Year's Eve invitations are festive and easy for kids to make. Create a set of New Year's Eve invitations to invite guests to your home this December 31.

This Halloween, have your child create a ghoulish bat treat keeper. While crafting he'll learn the basic components of sculpture.