Middle School Activities
Middle school is all about getting hands-on learning. From math games and science activities to fun study strategies and homework help, we've got it all! Go shopping for variables, make a mind-bending illusion, and make movies as you read. Try these fun activities for some hands-on learning at home.
Match That! A Spatial Observation Game
Developing a keen eye for observation is an essential skill for any scientist and a fundamental step of the scientific method. Help your middle schooler (and yourself!) improve his observation skills by playing this simple game.
Perform a Law of Motion Magic Trick
Have your child try this classic trick. Not only is it fun to perform and impressive to watch, but it is a great example of Newton's First Law of Motion at work!
Crunch a Can with Air, Water and Science!
Experiment with the wonders of pressure and condensation by crushing a soda can with nothing but air and water!
Play Science Password!
This activity will help your child review science concepts, learn new ones, and become familiar with the definitions and examples of various concepts in science. Plus, it's fun!
Be a Covert Code Breaker!
Who hasn't dreamt of becoming a secret agent - working on clandestine missions and intercepting secret codes? Here's your child's chance to work on her code breaking and writing skills while covertly developing her analytical thinking skills, too!
Make a Homemade Thermometer!
This project will enable your child to construct a homemade thermometer that will compliment what they are learning about this instrument in school.
Plant a Historical Herb Garden
Here's a way to make history both interesting and relevant: design a garden using plants that were used by people in Colonial times!
Discover a Dandelion's Habitat
In this activity, children play the role of an ecologist and take surveys of different areas to discover the best habitat for dandelions.
Clean Water Using the Sun!
Can you think of a way of cleaning dirty water using the sun? In this activity, you will be making a "solar still" that is able to do just that!
Make a Sequence Sandwich!
Want to help your child take a bite out of sequence? Here's a fun activity that will have him deciphering directions for sandwich making, and learning about sequence along the way!
