Fun activities for the holiday break
When you hear "I'm bored," try one of these engaging activities this winter break.
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A literary film fiesta for the holidays
Hollywood takes a page from kids' lit this holiday season.
Beating the winter blahs with fun activities
Here are tips to avoid the all-too-familiar whines of "There's nothing to do!"
Scene-stealer: Craft a holiday story diorama
Fourth- and fifth-graders bring favorite seasonal stories to life with a miniature set.
Bright ideas: Holiday projects for the whole family
Create holiday gifts and projects with your children by following our readers' tips.
Make a family cookbook
Your child can practice valuable skills and you can make a memorable gift when you create a family cookbook together.
Rolling in dough: Make your own Play-Doh
Help your kindergartner master measurements with this pliable project.
Waxing poetic: Create crayon ornaments
Turn your preschooler's favorite writing utensil into a colorful keepsake.
A fragrant lesson
Help first- and second-graders celebrate the holidays (and learn about the spice wars!) with delicious-smelling decorations.
Globetrotting gourmets
Give middle-schoolers a geography lesson by mapping the spices in their favorite recipes.
