Being a kid is hard work. Soothe stresses and calm fears with this DIY Zen garden -- all you need is sand, stones and a shoebox.

Make a bouquet of colorful duct tape flowers in this hands-on spring craft.

Capture a bit of magic with these mesmerizing ice balloons!

Dive into U.S. colonial history by making a simple bottle gourd water cooler, crafted by colonists of Roanoke Island in the 16th century.

Help your fifth grader bring the magnificent spirit of Rome to a modern day, personalized clay coin.

Looking for a fun group activity for kids? Offering writing practice, grammar review, and plenty of hands-on creativity, wacky word art is the way to go.

Your fourth grader will be astonished to discover the significance and intricacies of his spine as he builds a model of a human vertebral column.

Explore geometry, patterns, and history by creating pretty decorative Islamic tile art.

Learn all about balance and motion as your child designs a corn maze!

Batik is a traditional Indonesian craft, which uses a technique of drawing wax on fabric to create patterns before dying.

Create a beautiful pop-up paper lantern and will serve as the perfect decoration at your next party.

Looking for way to help Japan? Start by making paper cranes! Learn how you and your child can show your support for Japan through the art of origami.

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.

This op art craft project turns out eye-popping abstract art! Your kid can flex her creativity to make op art with a few household items in her fave colors.

Learn how to make a trick-or-treat bag for Halloween. See how to make a decorative trick-or-treat bag with this Halloween craft tutorial.

Learn about the architecture of Asia by building your very own model of a pagoda!

By selecting a pattern and carefully repeating it on the entire surface of a pumpkin, your child will transform a simple garden vegetable into a work of art.

Let your fourth grader contribute to your 4th of July picnic with this creative caddy craft project.

What better way to encourage family bonding and communication than to make a family directory to help everyone keep in touch?

Let your fabulous crafter use their favorite flowers, fruits and herbs to whip up a delicious perfume that they can proudly present to a friend or a loved one.

Help Mother's Day feel special for weeks and months ahead, while giving your child some good writing practice, too.

Does your young writer need more details to beef up her writing? Why not make it fun by mixing in some creative artwork, and take her writing to the next level.

Press pause on your speedy reader's latest adventure with an activity perfect for book lovers.

Show your fifth grader how to make this fun vinyl robot to spruce up her walls. Itâs quick to construct and easy to remove or transfer from wall to wall.

With a handful of craft supplies, your fourth grader can capture some of the artistic magic of the ancient Maya.

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

Are you tired of the same old Easter egg dying routine? Does your kid love to try new art techniques? If so, try making Easter eggs out of embroidery floss!

Jump into Japanese culture with your child by making your own calligraphy scroll. Try your hand at painting kanji on paper just like Zen masters of old!

Embrace the spooky and creepy thrills of Halloween night with a nightlight that will do more to frighten than soothe.

Your child can re-purpose any used (and cleaned) can into a colorful container to hold Dad's pens and pencils on his desk!