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Circle Art
Compose a canvas of rainbow-colored circles to create a work of modern art.Article:Parent & Child
10/2006
Sock Puppet Pets
Transform an old sock into a lovable puppet pet. Kids can use what they make to stage a puppet show or engage in pretend play. Playing with hand puppets helps lets kids use their fine motor skills.Article:Parent & Child
Make Wrapping Paper and Learn about Giving
Read books about giving and kindness with your child. Then make colorful gift wrap to cover gifts your family will give to others. In addition to teaching kindness, this crafts activity encourages creativity.ArticlePainted Bread Buttons
This craft project is almost good enough to eat!Article:Parent & Child
2/2007
Clothespin People
Create a unique world of colorful wooden dolls.Article:Parent & Child
6/2006
Make Puppets That Help Your Child Express Feelings
Easy, homemade puppets that help children express their feelings. A kid's craft activity based on the beloved book Where The Wild Things Are, by Maurice Sendak.Article:Parent & Child
Pretty Fruit Prints That Let Kids Use Their Senses
Kids use their five senses in this delightful art activity. A variety of fruit is used to create art prints. Your child observes each type of fruit with her senses and later smells each fruit print in order to identify it.Article:Parent & Child
12 Recyclables to Save for Reusing and Rebuilding
Invention projects are a great way for your child to reuse things you no longer need. Here are some household items she can use. Also, see which local businesses you can visit to ask for leftover materials.Article:Parent & Child
Shadow Track
Kids trace their shadows with chalk at different times of the day. This science experiment teaches them about cause and effect. While they shadow track, they also learn about process of the environment.Article:Parent & Child
The Shape of Things
Shape up your child’s perception by breaking images down to their tiniest forms.Article:Parent & Child
10/2006
Ready, Set, Dress Up!
Give a new look to a traditional party game.Article:Scholastic Parents
Sponges Are Perfect for Experimenting with Math and Science Concepts
Sponges offer squishy, squeezy, playful discoveries.Article:Parent & Child
Make It, Shape It, Give It
This easy salt dough project encourages imagination and gift-giving.Article:Parent & Child
Play Online Games with I Spy Characters Spyler and CeCe
Join Spyler and CeCe for online activities. Instructions for playing online with I SPY TV Fun and Games. These online activities teach early-reading skills and hand-eye coordination.Article:Scholastic Parents
Runaway Pumpkins
Shares a Halloween activity based on the book, The Runaway Pumpkins by Kevin Lewis. Use this pumpkin race as a reading extension, or without the book.Article:Scholastic Parents