3rd and 4th Grade Social Studies Activities : Page 3

Kids put their geography knowledge to the test in this balloon volley game inspired by the Dr. Seuss book "Oh the Places You'll Go".

Using butcher paper, ink and charcoal, your child will explore ancient motifs such as buffalo, bison and hunters by creating her very own cave painting.

Sultan Ahmed Mosque is often referred to as the Blue Mosque. In this activity, your kid will build his own Blue Mosque just in time for Ramadan!

Combine music, history and craft by making a Native American instrument of your own

This Haggadah scroll activity is great for getting kids to practice handwriting, but it will also get them thinking about the meaning behind Passover.

This project, focused on the burial practices of ancient Egyptians, is a great addition to a social studies curriculum.

Create a yarn doll out of a few toothpicks and colorful string with this Guatemalan craft.

Here is a hands-on activity to help third graders understand the four points of a compass...and how we use them to get around.

Help your fourth grader design a first class postage stamp for a hero who stood up for the dignity of people from all walks of life.

Play food isn't just for preschoolers! Help your child create a fun Passover craft that doubles as tea-party play food for younger siblings.

Take a stab at 18th century American cooking with your kids by following this tasty recipe from one of the first colonial cookbooks.

This science fair project teaches kids experimental design and how to test if subjects can really sense if they are being watched.

Welcome the holiday season by making your own paper lantern. Learn about traditional light festivals from the United States with this fun, easy activity.

How well can people recall what they have observed. Test your knowledge in this fun experiment.

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

Try this recipe with your child and explore Ethiopia through one of its dietary staples: injera, or flat bread!

Explore Pilgrim foodways with three heritage cornbread recipes.

On Martin Luther King Day, help your third grader create an original "scratch art" card to thank a person who has made a difference in his life.

This Labor Day, encourage your child to learn more about the different tools and supplies found in a doctor's bag by having her create one of her own!

Here's a simple activity to reinforce your fourth grader's study of her home state and help her make a pretty keepsake.

Capture a bit of mythological magic with this clever sock craft!

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

This Fourth of July, play a fun history-inspired math and logic puzzle game for your kids to play!

Have you ever wondered how many numbers most people can memorize? Test your friends to find out!

What could be more fun than doing sidewalk art? How about making your own colored sidewalk chalk!

Determine if gender affects the ability to identify different smells.

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!

Celebrate Hanukkah the old-fashioned way with an oil lantern. This craft is a perfect opportunity to teach your child the history of this special holiday.

Teach your child about Chinese New Year by creating a dragon float inspired by the brilliant traditional ones seen in Chinese new year parades.

Build a decorated box and fill it with research that can help you get to your dream location someday!