This versatile clay-like material hardens if left out and can be used for building sand castles, forts, and even school projects.

Help your child will learn about shapes and patterns by creating her own masterpiece mosaic out of dried beans.

Kids generally can't come up with the cash to buy the bling they dream of giving mom. With this project, they can make her jewelry themselves!

Maracas are most commonly found in music around the world. Introduce your child to percussion and rhythm with this easy-to-make instrument.

Create your very own scented hand sanitizer that will help your child to keep those nasty germs at bay!

Kids of all ages will delight in making these jumbo "cupcake" crayons from all of the broken crayon stubs that seem to pile up around the house.

Make a peace dove to commemorate Black History Month and hang it in your home as a quiet reminder of the spirit of the movement.

Most people throw out soaked tea bags after use, but artists know a secret--tea bags can be a great medium for creating one-of-a-kind modern art.

If you are looking for a special way to celebrate dad on his day, help your little one to design a creative letter photo collage.

Make "fossils" with your child to hide in the sandbox or at the park or the beach, to help your child explore his archaeological side.

Use these pretty egg carton flowers to decorate a spring table. They don't require water, they'll never wilt, and they're perfect for Easter.

Is your kindergartener getting tired of the standard art supplies? How about making a mosaic? This recipe is kinder safe, no broken glass involved!

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!

Looking for a funky new way to paint? Try paint dough, a sparkling pasty paint made from just three kitchen ingredients!

Ignite your kindergartener's creativity by showing her how to recreate her favorite Christmas symbol - the Christmas tree - out of tissue paper!

Looking for a last minute gift? This homemade candle holder is a breeze to make, and its pretty glow really brightens up a room. A great craft project.

These colorful paper butterflies make cute hanging decorations for your child's room, but they can also be used for active play.

Your kindergartener can contribute these beaded napkin rings to your Thanksgiving table...and sneak in some good math patterning practice, too.

Make a candy wrapper collage with your leftover candy wrappers! This candy wrapper collage is a cool, upcycled post-Halloween craft project.

Non-slip socks are the perfect DIY gift that your kid can make for friends and family. Make a pair of non-slip socks with your kid for wholesome family fun.

Make a batch of chocolate clay to teach kids the art of molding and sculpting. Working with their hands has never been this much fun.

Use your cookie cutters with jello to have the kids create a story with the shapes they choose.

Show your preschooler how to make a print of a butterfly using her hand as a tool--a great way to stimulate her sense of touch.

Reinforce your child’s foundational math skills while creating small works of seasonal art with this creative Halloween rock painting activity!

Valentine's Day coupons get kids to stretch their imaginations and budgets for the holiday. Make Valentine's Day coupons for friends and family this February.

Make a flame-free menorah from beans, pasta, and tissue paper with this simple Hannukah craft activity! 

This easy Halloween "witch" craft is perfect for preschoolers and kindergarteners!

If your child isn't wild about tea, help her repurpose an old teacup and saucer as a quirky decorative planter.

Help your child create a safe firework by turning strips of paper into a quilled 4th of July masterpiece perfect for displaying at a 4th of July party.

Your kindergartener will delight in creating this "handcrafted" sweatshirt for Grandma and Grandpa this holiday season, filled with her colorful handprints.