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Take-Along Hopscotch
Make your own mat and play this traditional game anywhere, indoors or out.Article:Parent & Child
Fry-Free Chicken Nuggets Recipe
Try this kid-friendly, healthy recipe for fry-free chicken nuggets. Kids learn to follow a recipe and practice the math of measuring ingredients. Also teaches basic cooking skills.Article:Scholastic Parents
Dancing with the Wind
Science springs to life when little ones move with the breeze.Article:Parent & Child
Quick Click: I Got My Own Breakfast
Easy ways to help your child get an independent start to the day.Article:Parent & Child
All-Fruit Pops
This frosty frozen fruit treat is a refreshing snack — and a super science experiment!Article:Parent & Child
6/2006
Mario Batali: Family Barbecue Tips and Recipes
Food Network favorite, Mario Batali, offers barbecue tips and recipes for family cookouts that let kids get involved.Article:Parent & Child
6/2008
Summer Dip for Fruit
You and your child can make a soothing summer fruit dip. She'll get to practice her measuring and observation skills. This cooking activity all sends a message about healthy nutrition.ArticleYou-nique Yogurt Treats
How to make have-it-your-way yogurt snacks.Article:Parent & Child
Take a Hike Together!
Walking a trail with your family can bring a touch of peace to your life, not to mention joy and lasting memories.Article:Parent & Child
4/2007
Make Your Own Book with Favorite Words About Being on the Go
Favorite words about being on the go make up this homemade book. This crafts project teaches kids about movement and action verbs. Uses common arts supplies like construction paper and old magazines.Lesson Plan
Making Lemonade: Send Home Activities
Teachers suggest that parents do this activity plan with their children at home on a spring day. Kids learn motor skills, and math skills like measuring, by making the lemonade recipe.Lesson Plan
Grades Pre-K-K
After School Tea Party for Two
Refuel and reconnect with your child by turning after-school snacktime into a tea party for two. You and your child will also have fun making these easy and healthy kids' snacks together.Article:Parent & Child
9/2006
Garden-Grown Pasta Salad
Your child will love gardening her own vegetables and using them to make this pasta salad recipe. Cooking with kids teaches them early math. They also practice observation skills.ArticleKeep Your Family Fit Indoors with These 7 Ways: Quick Click
Staying fit in winter is a challenge for adults and kids alike. These 7 tips will help you and you family stay in shape when it's cold outside.Article:Scholastic Parents
Host Your Own Backyard Summer Olympics
Summer Olympics you can hold in your own backyard. Host medal-winning outdoor sports events like hurdles and gymnastics. Invite the neighbors to participate or be your audience.Article:Scholastic Parents