Ordinary drinking straws are fun for drinking juice and even for spitballs when you're not looking, but also fabulous for learning first grade math.

Got a shoelace? Got a kindergartener? Help your child learn to use the number line by creating one out of a lace.

Learning to identify and categorize different geometric shapes is a big goal for early learners. And your neighborhood is the perfect place to start!

Find sums of 10 in this fun first-grade math card game that helps kids build addition skills. Help your child use critical thinking skills to find the sums.

This fun shape game is like Twister...with a twist!

This is a fun and inexpensive project and it's a great way for your child to build basic geometry skills, like shape recognition and pattern/angle familiarity.

Invite your first grader to play this subtraction sacks game to get her actively involved in understanding and memorizing subtraction facts.

One of the most important parts of any Christmas tree is what's on top. This year, have your child make an angel that'll put the finishing touch on your tree!

First grade math includes lots of work with two-digit numbers. Here's an activity to help kids practice recognizing and sequencing numbers from 1-30.

Lunch is always better when you share it with a wise companion This wide-eyed owl craft is a great way for your growing learner to practice cutting shapes.

Combine art, history and food with this unique project! Your child will make her own butters, and learn a little about Colonial history at the same time

For your budding first grade scientist, all you need is some simple, natural materials to create an amazing ant farm. Here's how to get started.

Does your child need counting help? Here's a simple game that kids can do at home to help them practice counting to two-digit numbers.

Build this game, and give your kid some hands-on practice ordering numbers. Soon your first grade kid will be Master of the number line!

Combine an introduction to shape and counting with a springtime art project by showing your kindergartener how to create a vibrant rainbow mosaic.

Learn about borrowing in subtraction using a deck of cards and a die! Your first grader will have fun playing this math game.

Any decent Halloween celebration isn't complete without a cat. Even though this cat has an arched back to look as if it's hissing, it's still cute!

Play this fun game with your kindergarten or first grader. It's a great way to practice important math skills, including counting and addition.

Have some fun with your first or second grader, looking for creative ways that 100 cents can make $1.00!

Your child will love making this adorable clover clock that will help him learn how to tell time.

Thousands of witches that come out to celebrate Halloween. Now, your child can make her very own self-standing witch.

Pumpkin carving party activities are great for a pre-Halloween party. Try pumpkin carving party activities, including jack-o'-lantern ideas and fall recipes.

Encourage imagination and creativity with this magical craft that lets your child make and design his very own dragon egg.

From Canada's flag, to the Toronto Maple Leafs, to classic maple syrup cookies, the maple tree is very much a part of Canadian heritage.

This unique Santa is made only from circles. Your little one will have a fantastic time puzzling together Santa's face with this circle-centric activity.

Your child can create his own texture tree, experimenting with design during the process. The result will be a beautiful addition to your holiday decorations

Here is an activity that your kids can make for Mother's Day, a garden pot filled with edible "flowers".

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!

This first grade addition math game helps your child use critical thinking skills while practicing his computation.

Making candles from old candles is easy. Recycle old candle stubs to make a "new" candle, and teach your child about recycling at the same time!