Kindergarten - 3rd Grade Social Studies Activities : Page 4

Free science fair project idea that examines the differences between cats and dogs. Analyze objective qualities rather than subjective ones.

Kick off the spookiest time of the year with an art project inspired by the ancient Egyptian process of mummification.

Step into the fantastic world of colors with a project that explores what shade you -- and your friends -- like best.

Help your child learn about the world through this 3rd-4th grade geography activity: start a postcard collection and mark where they came from on a world map.

Make sunomono, a simple Japanese cucumber vinegar salad, and kid-friendly chopsticks in this fun kindergarten activity.

Celebrate Hanukkah the old-fashioned way with an oil lantern. This craft is a perfect opportunity to teach your child the history of this special holiday.

Can you fool your eyes and your brain with an optical illusion? The purpose of this science fair project is to demonstrate various kinds of optical illusions.

Learn about the ancient art of Japanese calligraphy with this New Year's activity about kakizome.

On Martin Luther King Day, help your third grader create an original "scratch art" card to thank a person who has made a difference in his life.

Host a royal party full of "please and thank you" - even the queen would approve. Have a ball while your kids practice etiquette!

In this activity, kids learn a little about Japanese culture by making their own windsock in the shape of a koi fish.

This Veterans Day, teach your kid about Remembrance Day and create a wreath of red poppies to honor the brave soldiers who died serving their countries.

Make this star-spangled greeting for the door to make all your guests feel welcome for the next patriotic holiday.

Your child will create their very own traditional Indian Toran wall hanging using construction paper, yarn and paint.

Chinese New Year is a time when many different luck-bringing rituals are performed. In this activity your child will create a lucky trinket.

Nothing says party like a bright and bursting piÃata! Create your own mini festive centerpiece with paper towel rolls and ribbons.

Teach your child about the importance and meaning behind bowing in Asian cultures and help her expand her cultural horizons with this fun activity.

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

Help your child comprehend the past by using hands-on activities like this homemade lantern project.

Make a lei and bring a touch of the tropical lifestyle into your home!

An "I Love You" book is a perfect gift for a very special friend on Valentine's Day. Our "I Love You" book shares the love in eight different languages.

Your child can decorate her own set of Russian nesting dolls in this easy felt craft.

Kids are acutely aware of what's "fair" and what's not. Here's a quirky way to teach your first grader the importance of voting and democracy.

Whether you're teaching your kid about this important cultural art form or simply looking for a fun project, sandpainting is a fun activity you'll both enjoy.

In this activity, your child will create a fun lion mask and learn a little about Chinese culture too!

Help your child make a recycling poster for your household and teach them how to take care of the environment!

The Egg in a Basket, a traditional British breakfast component, is a simple snack that kids and parents can cook together!

Make a photo book to provide a reassuring guide for your child's first days and weeks of school.

Celebrate the popular holiday Diwali with a craft! Make a homemade diya lamp to welcome light over darkness.

When it comes to helping your third grader manage a school backpack, small steps now bring big payoffs later.