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

Make an ABC Nature Book

Make an ABC Nature Book

Want to get your kids out of the house? Hunt for natural objects outside for each letter of the alphabet and compile them into a special alphabet nature book.

Make a Homemade Thermometer!

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.

Make Quick and Easy Bath Salts

Make Quick and Easy Bath Salts

Use the activity below to help your child create bath salts, as she observes how a solid changes when placed into a liquid. These fragrant bath salts can be enjoyed at home, or packaged as a special gift for a friend!

Make Your Own Glass Cleaner

Make Your Own Glass Cleaner

Ever thought of making your own household products? Try this home recipe for glass cleaner that's easy, effective and very inexpensive!

The Red Cabbage Acid Test

The Red Cabbage Acid Test

How to test for acids and bases? In this activity you and your child can make your own indicator from red cabbage!

Make Rose Petal Beads

Make Rose Petal Beads

Who knew that you could make beads out of rose petals? Crushing the rose petals releases their sweet essence, and can transform them into beautiful beads!

Apple Slice Science!

Apple Slice Science!

When apples are set out in the air, they turn brown, but when they are coated with lemon juice the acid keeps the apples fresh. In this activity your child will design her own happy face snack and experiment with this kid-friendly phenomenon.

Try Water Science Trickery!

Try Water Science Trickery!

Who doesn't love a good magic trick? Demonstrate this entertaining "illusion" to your child and educate her about water pressure at the same time! You will make it look like a single card is holding an entire glass of water in the glass.

CSI Science: Get the Prints!

CSI Science: Get the Prints!

Set your teen on the beat in a real world "crime scene" investigation. Can he tell whose fingerprints are on drinking glass?

Skin Science!

Skin Science!

How sensitive is your skin? Here's a fourth grade science experiment that lets your child figure it out.

Community Academy Public Charter School Online

Full-time, tuition-free public charter school serving District of Columbia students.

Learn More »