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Why do plants wilt? Kids will learn to think critically about what environmental factors affect plants, and what plants need to survive.

Take math off the page and into the real world. This simple game gives kindergarten kids hands-on practice with basic addition.

This science fair project teaches students about wilting and browning of salad greens.

Show your patriotism on the next great American holiday by making a shooting star spangled banner that's reminiscent of the American flag.

Help children understand the power of germs and the importance of hand washing with this visual activity that introduces the concept of scientific inquiry.

Bring the magic and mystery of the night sky to the light of day with this fun constellation art project!

Craft a patriotic placemat from red, white, and blue construction paper in this festive craft project!

Add a little patriotic flair to your snack table with this 4th of July nachos recipe that's red, white and blue...and healthy to boot!

Getting your treasures from place to place is tough. Help your child with this task by making a denim pouch from recycled blue jeans!

Do something totally unique and new with a pumpkin this year! Practice designing patterns with stripes, zigzags, or geometric shapes. The sky's the limit!

Help your kid create a patriotic red, white, and blue flag banner! On each flag have him write a different word that describes our veterans or fallen soldiers.

Help young learners discover why catÃs eyes glow in the dark with this simple experiment

What makes your shadow dance around all day? Let's play detective and find out why that sneaky shadow never stays in one place for long.

Help your young learner discover why the insects that a spider eats stick to its web but the spider doesn't.

Playhouses can be expensive, and they take up so much space. Why not make your own collapsible playhouse instead?

This science experiment tests why guacamole goes brown and if leaving the pit in will stop guacamole from turning brown.

Study science with your first grader in this arts and crafts activity that models the reason why fall leaves change color with some paint and crayons.

Why not change things up a bit with this fun way of making those loop-hole bunny ears that sit at the top of his sneakers.

With this cool floating rocks project, your child will get some hands-on experience with buoyancy and learn why certain rocks like pumice are able to float.

Why wait for the Easter bunny to arrive when your child can become a bunny herself? Creating a bunny mask is the perfect way to celebrate Easter.

It's Thanksgiving, so why not celebrate of the turkey? Let the little ones partake in the turkey fun, without having to do any of the carving.

Why does purple cheese look nasty? Because color plays a big part in how we perceive the taste of different foods. Are birds just like us in this respect?

Children have a naturally inquisitive mind. Foster their curiosity with a walk through an autumn field or park to answer age-old “why” questions. As you walk with your child, you can encourage them to ask questions.

Thanksgiving dinner can be filled with fun and memorable interactions between family members. This holiday, why not memorialize some of those details and events with a family poem? You can create a lasting memory in the form of a poem with contributions f

Everyone has a dream. The hard part is striving to make those dreams come true. Encourage your child to dream big with this easy craft project.

Take your child outside during winter time and have them observe the leafless trees before having them make a watercolor of a tree or trees using masking tape. They’re sure to love their winter tree painting, plus they make lovely decorations in the home!

Introduce your child to preliminary science concepts by challenging them to do this fun and simple cloud observation activity.

Are you looking for a fun craft for the next big American holiday? Make this hat with your kid and let him march around the room like a Revolutionary soldier!

Whether the snow is fluffy and soft or icy and hard, a snowman is sure to inspire a smile. No wonder this snowman is so happy—it's made using marshmallows!

Make a slithery snake from paper chains and learn about patterns at the same time.