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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.

I scream, you scream, we all scream for homemade spearmint ice cream!

A nonet is a 9-line poem. Like haiku, each line has a specific number of syllables, starting with nine in the first line and ending with only one in the last.

Introduce your child to the world of motion and physics with a bit of marble play inspired by Sir Isaac Newton!

Making personalized postcards out of meaningful photographs is a fun, rainy day project.

Observe how your brain works while it is focused on one thing, and how it works while you are distracted by another thing.

Kids love physical comedy, and this activity has the potential of offering up a healthy dose (while also working on balance and dexterity.)

These homemade Valentine's Day cards offer a heartfelt greeting for a special friend. Our homemade Valentine's Day cards feature hearts and a funny message.

Create a giant octopus from cardboard that holds onto a sea of creatures from its tentacles!

In this activity, kids learn a little about Japanese culture by making their own windsock in the shape of a koi fish.

This season is a great time to explore the many shapes, sizes, and species of evergreen trees. Download our "field guide" activity and learn more!

Craft a paper rocket in this hands-on activity inspired by the life of Mae Jemison!

How does a kazoo, the strings of a guitar, or the speaker of a radio make sound? The purpose of this science fair project is to show how vibration makes sound.

Enter the buzz worthy world of bee watching and find out what time bees like to wake up!

Make a treasure hunt for the kids complete with clues and theyâll be thrilled to find the gelt at the end of their search.

This activity will give your child a chance to practice threading a needle, and she'll end up with a fun and unique hair band!

Using an empty tennis ball can and a swimming pool, you will determine if it's possible to have a conversation under water.

Celebrate Black History Month by having your child make her own version of a kente cloth after learning what the different colors on a kente cloth symbolize.

When you see those sunscreen "protection levels," what does that really mean? Try this experiment to find out.

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.

Invite your child to create a lovely windmill using the ancient art of origami.

Make flavored popcorn with your kids and explore the tastes of herbs. They'll learn more about their palate as well as how to make perfectly popped popcorn!

Prepare for some scary Halloween counting practice! This game encourages players to knock down cylinders and then add to determine their scores.

In this social emotional learning activity, your child will write loving kindness notes to place around the home to serve as a reminder (for themselves and others) to see the goodness within themselves.

Learning about how plants grow is a building block in the early grades science curriculum. Put a fun twist on this life science concept with these cup monster friends!

Children will learn why and how to compost as they help with the process of filling their compost, turning it, and observing the changes that occur.

Let your child step into the main character's shoes as they keep track of the setting, events, and names of characters in the story by keeping a journal.

This bon bon recipe will help you ring in the new year. Make this delicious bon bon recipe, coated with graham crackers, powdered sugar, and cocoa powder.

These DIY star garlands will add the perfect patriotic touch to your home this 4th of July!

These festive red and blue drink umbrellas are the perfect DIY party idea. While you're making them you can even sneak in a little compass practice.