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
Grow Spring Grass!
Most of us start longing for the green season of spring when the days start getting shorter and cooler. This activity brings the green grass of early spring inside while teaching your child about the cycles of growth.
Hatch Your Own Praying Mantises!
No one knows better than kids do that nature is amazing. This Spring, thrill your child with the wonder and science of life as you guide her through creating a habitat in which she can hatch her very own praying mantises.
Hang Materials For Bird Nests!
With this springy project, your child will make a hanger full of colorful materials for the birds to use in their nests. She'll have a great time with this craft project and science experiment all in one!
Black History Month Fun: Become an Inventor!
In honor of Black History Month, this activity encourages your child to focus on African American inventors, and do a little inventing of his own!
Grow Sparkling Borax Crystals
Get your child excited about Earth science by growing crystals at home! Using just a few materials, your child can start his very own borax crystal garden.
Experiment with Magnetism: Make a Hanging Compass
To supplement your eigth grader's study of magnets in school, try this simple activity at home. Your child will create a homemade working compass using just a steel needle, magnet, jar, and a few other supplies.
Experiment with Polymers
Did you know some substances can be both solid- and liquid-like? In this science activity, you and your child will experiment with an in-between state of matter: polymers! Mix borax with white glue and watch what happens!
Ready, Aim, Marshmallows!
Who says physics can't be fun? Science isn't ho hum anymore when it involves building a catapult out of an ordinary shoe box to teach your child about projectile motion.
How Strong are a Bird's Bones?
It's hard to understand how birds' hollow bones can be strong enough to support their muscles. In this science experiment, you and your child will test how strong a hollow structure can be. The answer may surprise you!
Inspect Animal Tracks
Lions and tigers and bears! Oh, my! The next time you and your fifth grader go on a hike, take along this key to figure out which of eight common North American animals left a track along the river bank.
