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First Grade Science Activities and Experiments

Browse through our First Grade science activities & experiments. We have many First Grade science activities to keep your student learning on the fly, all year long. For more in depth science projects, take a look at the Science Fair Project Ideas section of the site.

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This winter garden project is just about bomb-proof, and believe it or not, it might even make a great gift.  So get craft happy with your first grader!
First Grade
Life Science
If your child aspires to be the next Frank Lloyd Wright, we've got some tips on building sand castles that last.
First Grade
Nature Activities
It's easier than you think to make homemade play dough -- just a few pantry staples makes a natural version of the toy that kids have loved for generations.
First Grade
Physical Science
Try this secret message experiment with your child to teach her some fundamental scientific concepts while dazzling her with mystery!
First Grade
Physical Science
This easy Halloween-themed science experiment for first-graders is perfect for chilly October afternoons or great as a Halloween party activity.
First Grade
Physical Science
Introduce your child to science with something she sees everyday--her shadow!
First Grade
Physical Science
Here's a science activity that lets a first grader use an empty dish detergent bottle to create his own fountain as he explores air pressure.
First Grade
Physical Science
Teach your first grade scientist the difference between liquids and solids using maple syrup.
First Grade
Physical Science
Explore the scientific concept of capacity by seeing how many pennies you boat can hold before it sinks!
First Grade
Physical Science
Using a glass fishbowl, you and your kids can create a low-humidity, open-topped terrarium perfect for easy care, drought-tolerant succulents.
First Grade
Life Science
This is a fun way to introduce kids to the concept of volume, and give them a quick hand's on activity to boot.
First Grade
Physical Science
April showers may bring May flowers, but your child can preserve the beauty of spring's bounty all year long with this simple craft project!
First Grade
Nature Activities
Map the solar system in toilet paper squares...and help your first grader grasp important concepts of measurement and size!
First Grade
Physical Science
Water can go from solid to liquid to gas...but how does popcorn go from kernel to snack?  Invite your first grade scientist to find out.
First Grade
Physical Science
Make meringues with your first grader and see how states of matter can transform before your very eyes. Here's how:
First Grade
Physical Science

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