What is the First Amendment? Make your own printer's hat and learn why freedom of speech looks good on everyone. 



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Craftory

Craftory: Printer's Hat

Your kiddos will get to make their own paper army hat while learning about one of America’s most historical locations and institutions—the United States Military Academy at West Point—where graduates are “committed to the values of Duty, Honor, Country."

West Point Army Hat

Why was Davy Crockett an important figure in United States history? In this episode of Craftory, your kiddos will learn about this legendary frontiersman's commitment to freedom while making their very own DIY raccoon hat!

Crockett's Raccoon Hat

Do your children know what the Electoral College is or how it works? Fearing that candidates from states with larger populations would always have an unfair advantage, our Founding Fathers created a system to ensure every American would have a say in choosing our president. In this episode of Craftory, your elementary students will learn the beginning basics about the Electoral College while making their own DIY ballot box.

Ballot Box

Thomas Edison invented some of the most useful things we enjoy today, including the incandescent lightbulb. But his many successes came only after trying, failing, and trying again. Through ingenuity and hard work, Edison became one of the most prolific investors in all of history. In this episode of Craftory, learn how to make your own DIY lightbulb balloon in honor of the “Wizard of Menlo Park.”

Light Bulb Balloon

It’s critical that the next generation learns about America’s founding. This paper lantern DIY craft and fun history lesson teach elementary students about Paul Revere’s famous ride and why it’s an important part of our nation’s history.  


Wax Paper Lanterns

What's the difference between the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution? Learn... while making the instrument that wrote them both: a quill pen! 

Craftory: Quill Pen

Make your own glow-in-the-dark puffy paint while learning about America's history-making space missions and moon landing!

Craftory: Glow-in-the-Dark Moon

Do you know why an eagle was chosen as one of America's most beloved symbols? Find out while making your own!

Craftory: Flying American Eagle

Make your own mini-boat and learn why the invention of the steam engine was so critical to America’s growth.

Craftory: Balloon Powered Boat

Discover Benjamin Franklin's far-reaching contributions to American life while making an easy paper bag kite.

Craftory: Paper Bag Kite

Learn about a famous symbol of freedom while making your own personal liberty bell that rings!

Craftory: Liberty Bell Wind Chime

How much do you know about our Statue of Liberty? Learn the fun facts while making an easy liberty crown!

Craftory: Statue of Liberty Hat

These sweet treats will have you smiling while learning why Presidents George Washington and Abraham Lincoln were so great!

Craftory: President Cookies

What is Mount Rushmore? Make your own mini-version as a paperweight with the presidents' faces from our American coins! 

Craftory: Mount Rushmore Paperweight

"I have a dream..." It's one of our nation's most celebrated moments in history. Learn about Martin Luther King, Jr. and the civil rights movement while making a no-sew pillow for sweet dreams!  Watch 

Craftory: I Have a Dream No-Sew Pillow

What are Judeo-Christian values? An easy DIY Christmas tree ornament helps us learn more about America's foundation.

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