World Cultures Activities

El dia de los muertos (the day of the dead) is a Mexican holiday celebrated on November 1st and 2nd every year. Other Latin American countries celebrate a variation of the holiday, but it originates in Mexico and is unique to this country. These two days

Celebrate Dia de los Muertos by baking pan de muerto. In this 5th-6th grade activity, your child will explore another culture while learning about baking.

This Pysanky egg-decorating activity is perfect for young artists. Bring a little color and creativity to any holiday with this traditional Ukrainian craft.

This Kool-Aid tie-dye activity is a kid-friendly craft that never gets old. Learn how to make tie-dye shirts using assorted Kool-Aid flavors here.

Inspire your fifth grader to explore a new culture and determine her New Year's fortune by playing this German wax dripping game.

In this activity, kids learn a little about Japanese culture by making their own windsock in the shape of a koi fish.

An "I Love You" book is a perfect gift for a very special friend on Valentine's Day. Our "I Love You" book shares the love in eight different languages.

Your child will create their very own traditional Indian Toran wall hanging using construction paper, yarn and paint.

Have your child try her hand at creating a colorful, beaded necklace that's not only stylish, but also tells a story.

Follow these easy instructions to make a working sundial with your kid! Find out what other cool things the Aztecs created in this activity.

Kokeshi dolls have been around since the 17th century, and now your child can recreate a piece of Japanese history and culture right at home.

Get your creative kid into tasseography! The ancient art of reading tea leaves gets a modern update in this simplified version for youthful fortune tellers!

Explore geometry, patterns, and history by creating pretty decorative Islamic tile art.

Retablos are a kind of Latin American folk art that blend personal and spiritual themes. Have your child create her own version of retablo artwork.

Introduce your fifth grader (and friends) to a unique Jewish tradition by paying homage to the Maccabiah games by engaging them in their own makeshift games!

Draw your own beautiful mandala with this easy technique that ensures symmetrical results every time!

Put your kid's Internet research skills to the test with this activity that will help him learn more about the history and cultural significance of fireworks.

Take advantage of the fact that ink and water don't mix and introduce your kid to suminagashi, a Japanese form of art.

Shadow puppets are a traditional form of folk art that originated in ancient China. Help your child create his own puppet and put on a show!

Bring a bit of the fun of Yuan Xiao Jie to your home with this lantern activity. Happy New Year!

In Japan, ozoni is one of the main dishes eaten on New Year's Day. Here's how to make this delicious traditional dish with your child.

For Filipino families, parols (stars) are the ultimate holiday decorations! Here's how to make your own.

Show your kid how to put a new spin on an old classic with this fun party game.

Your child is sure to find this colorful pink, green and white salad simply irresistible. For an added challenge, give your youngster a pair of chopsticks!

Few architectural features are as recognizable as the Russian onion dome. In this project, your kid will recreate the striking beauty of this roof-top marvel.