Give your child a taste of life in Civil War era America by mixing up a batch of old-fashioned cornbread, adapted from a 19th century recipe.

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

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.

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.

This Kool-Aid tie-dye activity is a kid-friendly craft that never gets old. Learn how to make tie-dye shirts using assorted Kool-Aid flavors here.

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.

Looking for a fun summer adventure? Learn what it was like to be a prospector during the California Gold Rush by panning for gold in a local creek.

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

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!

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.

Explore Pilgrim foodways with three heritage cornbread recipes.

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

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

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

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!

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!

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

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.

Ignite your child's creativity by having them design their own clay version of an alebrije, a traditional fanciful creature like the ones made in Oaxaca, Mexico.

Conduct a mock interview with the President to teach your child about politics, the president and the world she lives in.

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!

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

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

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".

This family project is a fun way to teach your child about her heritage and practice her geography.

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

Attention, Anglophiles! Get your fill of artsy crafts and historical fun with this jewelry project.