Civil War soldiers didn't take their wives with them to the battlefield, but they took along a piece of home: little sewing kits called "housewives".

Next time you're headed out on the road with your fourth grader, try this alphabet-geography game that the whole family can play.

Few architectural features are as recognizable as the Russian onion dome. In this project, your kid will recreate the striking beauty of this roof-top marvel.

This science fair project idea measures out the sugar of various foods and find out whether people can correctly determine how much sugar is in common foods.

Stories change as you retell them. The objective of this science fair project is to demonstrate how information gets interpreted, distorted and changed.

This science project encourages students to investigate the Mozart Effect, the idea that classical music promotes learning.

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

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

Explore African and Asian traditions with this recipe for homemade henna ink!

In this activity, your child will reference Matisse and also learn about patterns.

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

Explore the world from your own home by conducting research about other cultures with your 4th grade child.

Help your kids map the "global footprint" of your family's grocery cart by investigating how far your food travels before landing on your dinner table.

Create a compass rose from sidewalk chalk in this summer geography project!

This science fair project idea examines whether boys and girls differ in reflexes.

Every year at the Passover Seder, the Ten Plagues are mentioned as part of the ritual. Have your kid draw the plagues to help him remember their importance.

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!

Invite children to create a Fourth of July centerpiece with this simple craft activity!

Have your child try her hand at creating a colorful, beaded necklace that's not only stylish, but also tells a story.

Put your kid's Internet research skills to the test with this activity that will help him learn more about the history and cultural significance of fireworks.

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

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.

This Presidents Day, meet four of our country's most important heroes with this Mount Rushmore writing activity.

Bring historical figures alive with this fun family activity! Your child will plan a founding fathers feast by researching historical figures.

The words of great thinkers throughout the ages have changed the course of history. Have your kid find an inspiring quote and create a work of art around it.

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

Check out this sweet recipe idea perfect for celebrating Dia de los Muertos.

Challenge your fourth grader to try to recreate the geography of her state using just flour, salt, and water.

Ancient Greek vases were not only utilitarian, they were also works of art. Jump into ancient cultures by decorating your own vase in classic Greek style.