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Although the art of Bonsai originated in China over 2,000 years ago, the development and practice has primarily become part of the Japanese culture. The word ‘bonsai’ translates as ‘tray-planting’ and is not meant to describe the plant itself, but the process through which the plant was created. Bonsai is truly an art practice.

The art of bonsai consists of growing miniaturized trees and is based purely on aesthetics. Bonsai trees are not miniature naturally, but can be made out of any ordinary tree or shrub and are miniaturized through bonsai techniques. There are many different bonsai techniques, some are basic techniques while others are very advanced and only practiced by experienced bonsai masters.

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Get ready for the Easter Bunny with this Easter basket project. All you need is a simple basket of some sort, a plastic fruit basket you get in grocery stores will do just fine. You will use colored papers, tape and other things you might have lying around to help decorate it and turn it into something special.

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In ancient Egyptian art, the human figure is usually seen as many different angles blended together. The head, arms and legs are shown in a profile view but the shoulders and the top torso face frontward. The lower torso twists to a profile position. Over and over you see these sorts of figures which aren’t very accurate depictions of the human form, but interesting to look at nonetheless. Look at the 2 Egyptian figures in this photo. Do you see similarities? Try drawing your own Egyptian figure. Make sure to give them color. Though the color has long worn off, when these figures were first carved, they were painted with brilliant colors.

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Since we’ve drenched you with information about floods in other places on this site, here is a fun project that includes some water. Make real SLIME!

This most unpleasant of substances (usually) can give you and your friends (though not necessarily your parents) many hours of icky sticky fun. Best of all, the slime is clean.

Our only warning: however tempted you may be, make sure not to eat any of it!

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Now that you’ve learned about some sunken ships from the past-it’s time for you to make your own boat. Unfortunately, you won’t be able to sail in this boat, but you can place it in water and watch it float! You make this small boat using some common items located in your house. But make sure you ask an adult for some help before you begin.

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You will see the American Flag displayed in many areas of your neighborhood on Memorial Day in May and on other national holidays. Here’s a flag you can make yourself for Memorial Day. Remember to save it for the July 4th holiday too! And don’t forget to ask an adult help you.

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Are you an artist looking for a new outlet? Perhaps you’re a kid looking for something fun to do. Or an adult with time on their hands (an interesting expression - does time have weight too?). Whatever your reason, here’s a great idea to get you started. Maybe you could even try building the Taj Mahal out of clay! Give it a try!

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Pinatas are found at almost every Mexican celebration. Pinatas were traditionally in the shape of a six-pointed star and were filled with fruit, candy, and small toys. Today they are designed in all types of shapes, including animals, plants, and flowers. At fiestas, the pinatas are hung in the air and children are blindfolded and take turns swinging at the pinatas. Eventually, the pinata is hit hard enough and it breaks releasing the candy and toys that it contained. Try making your own pinata at home. Make sure you ask an adult for help.

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What happens when you mix water, alcohol and tiny beads?

This experiment not only sparkles, it helps teach you about atoms and their properties. Have you ever heard of polar molecules and what they do?

Here is your chance to find out in an engrossing and very informative way.

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Most families with kids have an endless supply of crayons. They seem to be everywhere: under sofas and the kitchen table, in boxes and desk drawers, under bathroom cabinets and within tool boxes. Can you name more places to find crayons, broken and whole? Here’s a cool way to recycle all of your broken crayons.

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Dyeing Easter eggs is one of those perennial fun holidays tasks that has probably been around for centuries. Does it improve the taste of the eggs? No. Does it increase the fun and enjoyment of a holiday for kids? Most certainly! Here is a nice, simple way to dye eggs.

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To go with your dyed Easter eggs, how about an Easter chick?

Not a real one that chirps of course, but one that you can make and keep and might look just like the real thing.

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