In this activity, your first grader will practice calendar skills, observe the weather and learns to read calendar words. Here's how to get started:

Get ready for Thanksgiving by explaining the importance of the harvest. This craft is a great way for her to show thanks for all that delicious food!

This activity will give pre-readers practice building a story. And it's silly fun, too!

This scavenger hunt game is simple, but it's fun, and it will arm your children with the directional vocabulary they should master in time for kindergarten.

This slightly tweaked version of "Hide and Go Seek" hones listening: a key skill for kindergarten.

Puppets can help preschoolers practice communication and conflict resolution.

Batik is a fabric dying technique usually done with hot wax. This flour-and-water method is kid-safe and easy, and it creates beautiful batik designs.

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

Have your child create her own version of an ancient Egyptian jewelry cuff similar to one that a goddess might have worn with this fun recycled craft.

This gluten free recipe for coconut rice is a tasty way to help any picky eater expand her culinary horizons. She'll get great measuring practice along the way!

Want to help your child learn more about his community while boosting creativity? Set up a post office play station right in your very own home!

Summer is a good time to teach children about other kinds of community helpers, such as lifeguards, forest rangers, and librarians. This activity is a fun way to get them introduced!

The pottery technique of coiling may be old, but it's probably new to your kid! Make coil pots with your preschooler throw in a little cultural lesson too!

Here is a guide to making a felt busy book that's perfect for focusing on specific learning areas with your child.

Craft a paper rocket in this hands-on activity inspired by the life of Mae Jemison!