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 Erupting Volcano!

Make an Erupting Volcano!

The papier-mâché volcano is a science project classic and a blast for kids of any age. Follow these simple instructions for a long-lasting masterpiece that will teach your kids about geology, chemistry, or even history for years to come.

Make a Wreath Ornament

Make a Wreath Ornament

Make a bright wreath ornament in this fun sensory activity. Made from common household ingredients, the textured dough is fun to squish between little fingers.

Make a Galaxy Mobile

Make a Galaxy Mobile

Pair a planetarium visit with this fun art project that mimics the look of far-off galaxies.

Make Homemade Ziploc Lemonade!

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.

Float My Clay Boat

Float My Clay Boat

Want to introduce your child to some science while playing with water and clay? Here's a hands-on experiment that will have your child using clay to design the most buoyant boat he can!

Match That! A Spatial Observation Game

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.

Go on a Backyard Botany Hunt

Go on a Backyard Botany Hunt

Want to give your child a lesson in the wide world of plants? Here's a fun activity that will have him researching, collecting, and charting plant specimens from the neighborhood.

Build a Castle...and Explore First Grade Geometry!

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 a Bedroom Planetarium!

Make a Bedroom Planetarium!

With nothing more than an oatmeal box, a flashlight, and some construction paper your child will have the makings of an incredibly cool bedroom planetarium.

Audubon Adventure: Record the Natural World

Audubon Adventure: Record the Natural World

This art project will have your child outdoors to creating naturalist drawings and paintings.

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