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.
Make an Outdoor Fairy Dwelling
The idea that little magical creatures inhabit our world fascinates children. And what better way to nurture your child's imagination than by making a fairy house out of materials found in nature!
Create Pressed Leaf, "Stained Glass" Window Art
First-graders spend a lot of time learning to identify, group, and categorize natural phenomena all around them. In this activity, help your first grader investigate and categorize leaves while you create a beautiful and classic window decoration together.
All American Apple-Strawberry Pie
This Fourth of July, make an American classic with a twist and seize the opportunity to cook with your child and build those math and social studies skills. This recipe is simple and delicious and the perfect summer treat on a lazy afternoon.
Soda Pop "Fireworks"
This Fourth of July, explore fourth grade science with your child and make some holiday fireworks right in your own back yard!
Have Fun with Firework Science!
Mix together some oil, water, food coloring and some curious kids, and you can make some amazing fireworks of your own this year. While you're at it, you'll even give your child a chance to explore some science, too!
Create a Shoebox Habitat
First graders are imaginative story-builders, constantly thinking of plots and characters as they go through their day. By creating a shoebox habitat with your child, you'll put those budding creative instincts to good use and help him expand on some of the science concepts he's learning in school!
Make Edible Amber Fossils
A favorite topic of study in elementary science classes is that of prehistoric life, and in second grade this subject serves as a way for your child to explore the world that lies beyond what he can see. Here's an activity to help preserve your second grader's excitement about science!
Bake a Heart Healthy(er) Cheesecake!
Here's a slimmed down recipe for a cheesecake that is delicious and good for you. Invite your kids to help you with the measuring, the mixing, and the proportions and you'll give them great math and science practice along the way!
Build a Pinecone Bird Feeder!
Here's a kindergarten science craft that brings birds to your yard - and a smile to your kindergartner's face.
Make Homemade Ziploc Lemonade!
With summer just around the corner, this activity is a great way for your child to enjoy the warm weather and cool down with a homemade refreshment.
