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 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.
Make a CSI Kit
Normal household items and a bit of imagination will create a CSI kit for your child to have investigative adventures with.
"Oil Painting" for First Grade Scientists
Oil and water don't mix - but they can make amazing patterns. Check out this activity for the how and why.
Explore Buoyancy: Make a Soy Sauce Cartesian Diver
Experiment with buoyancy to learn how a submarine rises and sinks in this classic science experiment. With such a simple set-up, it's a fun and cheap way to dive into physics!
Skewered Balloons!
Explore the chemistry of latex polymers with this outrageous, hilarious science activity.
Make Spider Web Art!
Explore the fascinating, webby world of spiders by collecting webs from around your house and taking a closer look!
Shaving Cream Paintings
Let your kindergartener squish his way to an understanding of colors with some shaving cream and food coloring. Here's a hands-on activity that shows your child how primary colors combine to make secondary colors.
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!
Make Ice Cream in a Baggie!
Based on the concept of water's "freezing point," this activity entails lowering the freezing point to chill another substance - in this case, ice cream!
Craft an Underwater Viewer!
This activity is a learning opportunity disguised as a fun activity. Create a mini ocean floor and use a homemade underwater viewer to examine the objects beneath the surface! Your preschooler will get to practice observing, examining, and experimenting!
Browse Activities by Grade & Topic
Community Academy Public Charter School Online
Full-time, tuition-free public charter school serving District of Columbia students.
Learn More »
