Dear Parents,

Spring is here, and Easter is right behind it. This issue will help you get all your Easter ducks in a row, with recipes, holiday crafts and gifts, ideas for decorating eggs, games and activities, and more.

Does your child have a knack for science? Beyond the usual science class, a school science fair can provide lots of fun, as well as a better understanding of the scientific method. Encourage your child's interest in science and love of learning with help from our resources. Follow the steps to science fair success, get advice from a science fair judge, and review our imaginative science fair ideas.

March is Youth Art Month, a reminder to take a look at art education in the third, fourth, and fifth grades, and to think about exploring the arts with your children. We offer tips for nurturing your child's visual creativity, including how to buy art supplies, how to use art materials, and how to set up a painting studio at home.

Get ready for the Easter holiday with our eggcellant resources!

These articles and suggestions can help you support your child's desire to discover and learn in new and thought-provoking ways.

Arts education enlivens our schools, opens children's minds, and helps them share the human experience.