First Grade Science Activities
Browse through our first grade science activities. We have many 1st grade science activities to keep your first grader learning on the fly, all year long. From gardening to creating window constellations, you'll find our collection of first grade science activities below.
Celery Stick Science
We humans drink water through our mouths, but what about plants? What really happens when you sprinkle that watering can? Here's a classic experiment that demonstrates how plants absorb water.
Build a Castle...and Explore First Grade Geometry!
Use reusable, recyclable materials - along with a dose of imagination - to explore architecture and build a castle with first grade geometrical forms.
Make Sand Candles!
Extend the beach time fun into your home by making sand candles with your child!
Make Snow Paint
In first grade, children are introduced to fractions. Here's a recipe that combines fraction practice with winter fun!
Make Ladybug Tightrope Racers
Here's a first grade science game that explores the effect of air currents on a lightweight ladybug racer and throws in some measurement practice as well.
Explore States of Matter with Dancing Raisins
First grade science frequently includes a unit on solids, liquids, and gases. Try this silly science experiment to learn serious information about the difference between all three.
Air Magic: Learn About the Properties of Air
How do we know that air exists when we can't see it, taste it, or touch it? One way is to observe the things it does. Here's a classic experiment with a candle that will teach your chilld about some basics in aerodynamics!
Create a Ziplock Bag Explosion!
Chemistry is a blast with this backyard bomb...made from a simple sandwich bag. All you need are a few ingredients from the pantry to create a satisfying, and safe, explosion.
Turn Salt Water into Drinking Water
With fresh water scarcer than ever, scientists are busy exploring ways to take the salt out of ocean water. Try this small-scale experiment to help your kids figure it out.
Make a City of Bags
Forget 2-D maps. It's time for 3-D! Help your kids become more aware of their community by making 3-D maps of your neighborhood.
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