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Make a Dr. Seuss Story Box!
Make a Dr. Seuss Story Box!
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Make a Dr. Seuss Story Box!
In the spirit of Seuss and all things creative and silly, celebrate reading and all that it has to offer with this fun and interactive story box.
3rd grade
Reading & Writing
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Create Your Own Pumpkin Person!
Create Your Own Pumpkin Person!
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Create Your Own Pumpkin Person!
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.
2nd grade
Reading & Writing
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Make Scented Pumpkins
Make Scented Pumpkins
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Make Scented Pumpkins
Your preschooler will engage their senses by making a scented pumpkin to decorate your house.
Preschool
Science
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Write Nutsy News Stories
Write Nutsy News Stories
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Write Nutsy News Stories
Kids practice their writing composition skills as they cut and paste nutsy headlines from old newspapers and write silly articles to go with them.
4th grade
Reading & Writing
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Craft Personalized Postcards
Craft Personalized Postcards
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Craft Personalized Postcards
Making personalized postcards out of meaningful photographs is a fun, rainy day project.
3rd grade
Reading & Writing
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Pencil Toppers
Pencil Toppers
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Pencil Toppers
Make going back to school a fun time! Let your child create her own pencil topper creatures using everyday materials and a Styrofoam ball.
2nd grade
Reading & Writing
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Pet ID
Pet ID
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Pet ID
People have identification cards, why not pets? Make an ID card for your family pet, a fun activity that also gives your child some writing practice.
3rd grade
Reading & Writing
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Alphabet Stamps
Alphabet Stamps
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Alphabet Stamps
Combine a recycling craft with ABC practice with this homemade foam craft idea.
Preschool
Reading & Writing
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Homemade Valentine's Gift
Homemade Valentine's Gift
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Homemade Valentine's Gift
Invite your first grader to create this "layers of love" keepsake for that special someone! It holds a sweet, personal message for the recipient.
1st grade
Reading & Writing
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Create an Animal Folk Tale
Create an Animal Folk Tale
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Create an Animal Folk Tale
Children tap into their own imaginative storytelling skills by creating and writing a richly embellished folk tale about their favorite member of the animal kingdom.
1st grade
Social studies
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Wham! Bam! Kapow!: Cartoon Storytelling
Wham! Bam! Kapow!: Cartoon Storytelling
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Wham! Bam! Kapow!: Cartoon Storytelling
Challenge your learner to a whole new method of storytelling, and improve their fine motor skills in the process.
Kindergarten
Reading & Writing
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Valentine Acrostic Poem
Valentine Acrostic Poem
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Valentine Acrostic Poem
Show your little poet how to create a beautiful acrostic poem for someone special this Valentine's Day.
3rd grade
Reading & Writing
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Pressed Flower Bookmarks
Pressed Flower Bookmarks
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Pressed Flower Bookmarks
Show your fourth grader how to make a delicate, dried flower bookmark with flowers native to their neighborhood.
4th grade
Reading & Writing
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Mom Coupons
Mom Coupons
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Mom Coupons
Dads, this activity's for you. Brighten mom's day with a set of kid-designed "mom coupons" that are sure to keep mom happily pampered for weeks.
1st grade
Reading & Writing
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Mother's Day Cookbook
Mother's Day Cookbook
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Mother's Day Cookbook
Design a special recipe book just for mom. Kid-made and packed with recipes for some of mom's favorite dishes, it's sure to be a hit on Mother's Day.
3rd grade
Reading & Writing
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Preschool Graduation Announcements
Preschool Graduation Announcements
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Preschool Graduation Announcements
Help your preschooler craft her very own announcement to celebrate the special transition to "big kids" school!
Preschool
Reading & Writing
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Diploma Frame
Diploma Frame
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Diploma Frame
Help your preschooler celebrate his big day by crafting a special, sparkly diploma frame to celebrate his achievement!
Preschool
Reading & Writing
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Make Your Own Passport
Make Your Own Passport
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Make Your Own Passport
Get your little traveler ready for a âround-the-world adventure! Kids will get a geography lesson, writing practice and a great appreciation for traveling.
3rd grade
Reading & Writing
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Gourd Painting
Gourd Painting
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Gourd Painting
Gourd painting is a fun fall activity that makes for perfect Thanksgiving decorations. Try gourd painting with your child for some seasonal fun this autumn.
3rd grade
Reading & Writing
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Photo Frame Craft
Photo Frame Craft
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Photo Frame Craft
Reuse the tops of tissue boxes as photo frames for treasured family photos in this fun craft activity.
Preschool
Reading & Writing
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Codex Book
Codex Book
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Codex Book
Creating a book is one thing, but creating a codex is a whole different ball game.
1st grade
Reading & Writing
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Drawing Characters
Drawing Characters
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Drawing Characters
Add some artsy fun to your child's next reading adventure by letting them draw the characters.
3rd grade
Reading & Writing
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Summer Summary
Summer Summary
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Summer Summary
Childhood summers are magical, full of splashy fun and relaxing afternoons. Preserving those memories should be special as well.
1st grade
Reading & Writing
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Monster Dance
Monster Dance
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Monster Dance
Catch the dance mash fever with this catchy and foot-tapping activity that's all about movement and Halloween fun!
Kindergarten
Reading & Writing
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My Bookmark
My Bookmark
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My Bookmark
Help your child navigate their own passion for reading with a bookmark that celebrates their favorite moments, allowing them to relive them again and again.
3rd grade
Reading & Writing
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