Want to build some homemade instruments? These maracas make a racket, and they couldn't be easier to make...

This science fair project idea examines whether adding gelatin causes a solid to have a higher melting point and/or melt slower.

Build up those kindergarten letter-sound reading skills...and create a whimsical, practical craft at the same time.

This Valentine's Day, pair up science and crafting with this simple crystal formation project that's sure to bring a little love into your home.

Can a horse lead itself to the carrot? Train your horse with carrots and boxes and test horse memory in this fun zoology science fair project.

Here's a preschool arts and crafts project that makes personalizing your child's room affordable, easy and fun.

Science fair project that develops latent fingerprints on a non-porous objects by converting superglue from a solid state to a gaseous state.

Let your second grader channel a famous Dr. Seuss character--the Cat in the Hat--with this hat-making activity inspired by the main character.

Enjoy making these no bake cookies with the kids and teach them important lessons in early math skills.

This little chick is so cute that your child will want to make a whole flock to call her own.

Celebrate Earth Day, or any day, by recycling an old CD and make a colorful, decorative fish!

A fun activity for a hot day, this will give young kids a chance to experiment with beginning science and math â and splash around in the process!

Is your princess missing a crown? Look no further: grab a few sparkly pipe cleaners and twist for a crown that's half jewelry, half sculpture, and 100% shine.

A twist on the gingerbread house, this train is made with graham crackers, icing, and candy decorations. A great 2nd-3rd grade holiday arts and crafts activity.

Learn how to make a food pyramid with animals in a a coniferous forest ecosystem around your home.

Get creative with this engaging activity where kids are asked to create their own pumpkin person and tap into their creative writing skills! Include all family members by having them create their very own pumpkin people.

Candy cane cookies are a great alternative to traditional candy canes, and your family will have a blast making them over the holidays!

Your child will create their very own filigree drawing; twirling, or coiling small strips of lightweight paper around toothpicks and gently gluing them down.

This quick and simple preschool mirror activity will introduce your child to the science of reflection and light with a flashlight experiment and picture game.

Children will discuss what it means to have healthy friendships and create a unique friendship painting that illustrates the qualities of good friends.

Confetti wands add some colorful cheer to your New Year's Eve celebration. Wave these confetti wands at midnight and watch the colors fly.

This project investigates the affect of storage temperature on microwave popcorn.

Winter is a great time to create a textured polar bear. Not only will your child gain practice identifying shapes, they'll also work on fine motor skills.

Help your child to invent her own chore-helper to help her put that growing imagination to good use!

Every day can be Chinese New Year with a dancing dragon that your child can make at home.

Learn about dehydration with a wonderful craft project that you can do together, and enjoy this unique doll for years to come!

Introduce your second grader to a fun Mexican custom by showing her how to make papel picado, a beautiful creation of cut-out tissue paper.

Dog valentine cards are perfect for the pet lover in your life. Make a dog valentine card with your child this February.

This fall-themed drawing game is a great way to introduce your kid to some of the important symbols of the fall season.

Send big holiday love on a small budget by sending these "Elf Tickets" this year...and give your child some writing practice in the bargain.