In this project combining nature, art, math, and science, children make rubbings of leaves then observe shapes and structures and sort the leaf images.

Sneak some vitamin-packed greens into your homemade popsicles for a frozen summer treat thatâs both delicious and nutritious

Knowing your antonyms from your synonyms is an important part of the second grade writing curriculum, and is a real boon for vocabulary.

Take a look at this oogly-googly eye Halloween craft! Have your child tweak the design to learn about balance and counterbalance with this crazy-eyed creature.

Your second grader can piece together an adorable--and edible!--wreath for Mom in minutes.

Understanding what forgiveness is and why it is important for friendships is a critical life skill. In this home activity, your child will learn about forgiveness and write a forgiveness letter to someone.

With this activity, you'll create a family treasure...and reinforce social studies basics while you're at it!

Show your second grader how to celebrate nature by turning some collected pencil shavings into miniature 3-D designs.

This bat craft is a fun project for crafty witches and warlocks. Make a spooky bat craft to hang around your house on Halloween night.

This cultural craft makes a pretty decoration and teaches kids about other cultures.

Show off your team spirit by creating a festive baseball pennant for your favorite team.

Has the rain ruined your summer outdoor campfire plans? You can still make some tasty s'mores with the help of your oven!

The meaning of Thanksgiving can sometimes get lost among the fun of food and family. Discuss the meaning of Thanksgiving with this fun activity.

Understanding how good friends can have a positive effect on our lives is important in all stages of life! In this activity, children will write create a "Want Ad for a Friend" and will list all of the characteristics that are most important in a friend.

Take the classic game to a new level, by including super fun directions inside the chalk-drawn boxes.

Work on simple addition and finding even numbers in this second-grade math card game.

Introduce your child to the importance of preserving the world's biodiversity by turning a lesson on endangered species into a fun game for the whole family.

Teach your 2nd grader the value of recycling with this fun arts and crafts activity: make a DIY painted bookcase or set of shelves!

If your second grader loves fruit snacks, but you're a little worried about the health aspect of those tasty store-bought treats, then this project is for you!

Why would you pay for pricey dolls at the store when your second grader can create and play with her own personalized set?

You've got to try it to believe it! Making these sweet treats allows your second grader to practice with measurement and boost his motor skills.

Parents can help their children at home by using a dialogue journal to model good writing.

If you love the idea of handing out holiday tins of homemade cookies but you're not a baker, chocolate-covered apples are the perfect solution.

Take advantage of the spring and summer sun in this arts and crafts activity that has your learner creating pretty flower prints.

Take your child outside during winter time and have them observe the leafless trees before having them make a watercolor of a tree or trees using masking tape. They’re sure to love their winter tree painting, plus they make lovely decorations in the home!

Encourage your child to practice skip counting by turning number patterns into this fun and interactive game of catch.

Make this spring break a memorable one by creating a "growth" flower with your child, also great for your second grader's writing practice!

Re-purpose a tin can into a pretty compost bucket for your family's kitchen counter and learn about the science and fun of recycling and renewing objects.

Get kids to celebrate Earth Day by designing their very own junk truck.

Do earthworms like moisture or darkness? Find out as we explore the relationship between earthworms and light.