3rd - 5th Grade Activities : Page 48

In this experiment, young ecologists will learn about a type of edge effect: how trees and plants at the edge of a forest can act as a weed filter.

A lemonade stand is a great opportunity for your kids to work on their money skills and donate some hard earned money to charity.

You and your fourth grader can pay homage to the 2010 Winter Olympics held in Vancouver, Canada, by baking up a batch of maple leaf pancakes!

This tried-and-true complexion treatment is a slumber-party staple that many people swear by.

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.

Transform your home into a theater with this fun Fall Family Theater Night activity! Invite the family to gather together to practice reading a fun fall-themed story in the format of a play.

In this activity, your child will watch a video about empathy and practice speaking to someone with empathy. They will also discuss how empathy supports living in a community with others.

You can try this simple activity with your third grader to get him thinking about the real world math you use everyday.

Learn about the microclimate of your backyard by tracking rainfall, temperature, and observed weather with hand drawn charts and graphs.

These delicious Easter Basket Cupcakes are a simple, creative holiday treat. These cupcakes sit in waffle bowls with festive coconut grass and jellybean eggs.

Create a dramatic, elegant line drawing of a pumpkin in this white-on-black Halloween art project. 

Is your child an amateur origami master? Reach the next stage of paper folding genius with this origami heart!

Spiders may be creepy, crawly and sometimes frightening, but not this little fella. He's fun to make and sure will cause a lot of giggling!

Science fair project that compares the freezing temperature of salt water and freshwater in order to learn about supercooling and condensation nuclei.

Topped with roasted pumpkin, prosciutto, herbs, and feta, these pita pizzas are a healthy, seasonal alternative to your classic pie.

Not only a fun way to practice sewing, felt cupcakes make great gifts, party decorations, and doll accessories once theyâre finished

Make a string art tree to celebrate the holiday season with your kid. This string art tree craft allows you make a unique decoration using simple ingredients.

Build your child's math skills with this 2nd-3rd grade activity. Similar to a carnival toss, this egg carton toss game is sure to provide hours of fun.

Invite your child to partake in an eco-friendly craft by weaving long twigs into a useful kitchen stand for hot pots and pans.

Give your third grader's reading and writing skills a stretch: have her create a Care Manual for your pet the next time your family goes away.

This St. Patrick's Day, bond with your child over delicious potato pancakes that work for any meal.

Geometric shapes can often be tough to remember. But, with a little bit of art, imagination, and writing, practicing geometry has never been so much fun!

Transform that big batch of stuffing into a new dish to add some zest to your dinner with this leftover stuffing recipe.

Science fair project which determines whether people are more likely to follow rules if they are easy to understand.

In this science fair project you will make a model of a cell membrane using very simple material.

Assemble your own stylish spider ring this Halloween using pipe cleaners and googly eyes!

Teach your fourth grader how to craft her own decorative felt eggs, a perfect way to symbolize spring and new beginnings!

In this science fair project, learn how a mineral streak is made and how it can help identify an unknown mineral.

This simple way to help your child understand story problems begins as a quick activity and turns into a study tool for years to come!

Children will discuss what it means to have healthy friendships and create a unique friendship painting that illustrates the qualities of good friends.