Science Activities and Games
Science activities to help show your child the fun side of learning! From easy science activities to more advanced science experiments, we've got you covered! Use the selector on the right to narrow your search by grade. Here's where you can find more in depth Science Fair Project Ideas & Topics
Set-Up a Solar System of Kids
Help your fourth grader envision the solar system and its immense size by creating a small scale map of the solar system--using human planets! This kinesthetic learning activity will help your child understand the solar system.
How Do Oil Spills Harm Wildlife?
We've all seen the horrifying newscasts of oil-soaked birds, and volunteers trying to clean up the mess. In this experiment, your child will chart the effects of applying water, oil, and soap to a feather.
Watch Acids and Bases Produce Colors!
Show your child how to concoct a duo of simple household ingredients that changes colors as acids and bases are added! Science has never been this fun!
Extract DNA from Spinach!
DNA is the genetic coding that determines that a human embryo will become a man, a bird embryo will become a robin, etcetera. Show your child how a quick whirl of spinach in the blender will reveal this cobwebby "stuff" of life!
Discover Christmas Smells and Memories!
Memories can be easily evoked by scents that are familiar to us. In this activity, your child will test out his smell and its connection to memories with Christmas scents.
Construct a Winter Wind Chime
By making a winter wind chime, your child will be able to check out this invisible force in action and discover that making a scientific observation can be a "breeze"!
Explore Christmas Tree Science
The Christmas season is a great time to explore the many shapes, sizes, and species of evergreen trees. Download our "field guide" activity and learn more!
How Long is Your Shadow on the Shortest Day?
Many people think of the first day of spring or the first day of school as a new beginning, but the winter solstice is a new beginning too. Explore the peak of winter!
Try Water Science Trickery!
Who doesn't love a good magic trick? Demonstrate this entertaining "illusion" to your child and educate her about water pressure at the same time! You will make it look like a single card is holding an entire glass of water in the glass.
Delicious Dried and Fresh Fruit Fun!
Want to find an entertaining way to develop your budding scientist's skills? This fresh and dried fruit comparison experiment is a great way to teach your child about the effects of dehydration and encourage her to take on a healthier diet.
