Holiday Crafts at HowStuffWorks has activities for each special day in the year. From Valentine's Day to Thanksgiving, check out our holiday craft ideas.
Grandparents Day crafts are a great way to show your grandma and grandpa how much you appreciate them this fall season. Check out these pages to learn the few easy steps to make a Cup of Love, the Golden Vase, and other fun Grandparents Day crafts! See more »
April 1 gives the sneakiest ones among us an excuse for some shenanigans. Out of ideas for this year's springtime skulduggery? HowStuffWorks has 10 gags to completely confuse someone's day.
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On April Fool's Day, pranksters play practical jokes on family, friends and neighbors in order to embarrass those silly enough to believe it. Learn these April Fool's Day crafts to discover new ways to play pranks on your family and friends.
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Canada Day activities are a fun way to spend the first day of July. The holiday is a celebration of Canada's creation, history, and traditions. In this article, you'll discover exciting games and activities that show off your Canadian pride.
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Universal Children's Day began in 1954 when the United Nations recommended that countries establish it to promote the welfare of children. In the United States, it is the second Sunday in October. Learn these crafts to celebrate Children's Day.
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The Chinese New Year is the most important of the traditional Chinese holidays with month-long celebrations to bring good fortune. Learn these special Chinese New Year crafts for kids to welcome good fortune for the year for you and your family and friends.
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On May 5, 1982 Mexico defeated the invading French army. Today, Cinco de Mayo is celebrated to commemorate that battle. With the following activities, you'll be on your way to having a fiesta of your own by making tortillas, chocolate, and maracas.
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In Spanish, Cinco de Mayo means "the fifth of May." On this day in 1862 an outnumbered Mexican army defeated the well-equipped invading French. May 5 is now a holiday in Mexico. Prepare for a Cinco de Mayo celebration with the crafts in this article.
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In 1492 Christopher Columbus sailed the ocean to the New World with his ships the Nina, the Pinta, and the Santa Maria. Columbus Day has been observed in the United States for over two centuries. Celebrate the day with the following games and crafts.
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Earth Day activities for kids help kids celebrate Earth Day. Check out the following pages to get started on fun and Earth Day activities for kids.
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From projects that help the environment, to at-home activities that bring some nature indoors, Earth Day crafts help you better understand the environment and the world around you. Celebrate the Earth by digging into these exciting Earth Day crafts.
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Easter is a Christian holiday, and for many, it's also marked by traditions like the Easter Bunny, egg hunts, and chocolate-filled baskets. In this article, you'll find crafts, recipes and activities that will liven up your Easter celebrations!
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Easter is celebrated not only for religious significance, but also for the season -- spring! Birds are singing, flowers blooming, and the sun is shining. Learn some crafts for decorating eggs, crafting cute Easter critters, and playing Easter games.
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Father's Day is a wonderful opportunity to make meaningful gifts with your own two hands. Check out the following pages for Father's Day activities you and dad can work on together, and special gifts you can create with step-by-step instructions.
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Father's Day crafts give little kids an opportunity to get their hands dirty while making a special keepsake to give to dad. These easy projects are meant to be easy to make--and are easy on the budget, too. Check out these Father's Day crafts.
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The United States celebrates July 4, 1776 when the United States declared its independence from Great Britain. Many celebrate this holiday with fireworks, picnics, barbecues, and patriotic displays. Try out some of these Fourth of July activities.
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Fourth of July means picnics with great food, parades, gathering with family and friends for games, and most of all, fireworks. It also means keeping the little ones busy with Fourth of July crafts. Celebrate Independence Day with crafts for kids.
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Friendship Day takes place on the first Sunday in August. Though it is not as popular, this special day is celebrated in many countries. With these Friendship Day activities, you can gather up your best friends and have a celebration of your own.
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Congress declared Friendship Day a holiday in 1935, and these Friendship Day crafts help celebrate togetherness. This Friendship Day -- the first Sunday in August -- celebrate with your friends by making creative crafts and playing these group games.
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Grandparents Day crafts are a great way to show your grandma and grandpa how much you appreciate them this fall season. Check out these pages to learn the few easy steps to make a Cup of Love, the Golden Vase, and other fun Grandparents Day crafts!
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On February 2 of every year, Americans celebrate Groundhog Day when we await the presence of the famous creature in the hope that he will give us the good news of an early spring. Discover fun, family-friendly activities to welcome Groundhog Day.
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