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
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!
Rock Candy Science
Next time you've got a restless earth scientist on your hands, try this exciting experiment. You'll demonstrate what a crystal is, and in the process create a traditional kid treat: rock candy.
What Doesn't Belong? A Categorization Game
Bring a little bit of the outdoors in with this game! It's an activity you and your child can have fun with, hunting for objects that have something in common and choosing one that doesn't belong in the group.
Make Dried Apple Rings
Your child can explore the wonders of science, and the concept of dehydration, along with creating a healthy and tasty treat!
Do a Magic Soap Experiment
Your child will do a fun science experiment using soap and pepper flakes to help understand the concepts of water molecules and the surface tension of water.
Exploding Marshmallows!
Does your child ask questions about the magical mystery microwave? Now you can show her how and why it works, while demonstrating just how strangely foods can behave while inside.
Make Like a Bird and Nest
Ask your child how he thinks a bird makes its nest. Then tell him you are going to be like birds today and make your own nests out of natural materials like grass and leaves!
Be a Botanist: Make Herbarium Sheets
Botanists use these plant libraries to learn about plants they can't study in the field. Play botanist for a day by making your own herbarium sheets with pressed flowers.
Naturally Dyed Play Silks
Make all natural dyed play silks from different foods to show your little one the magic of kitchen science. These homemade dyed play silks are safe to play with, and have the power to transform!
What Do I Wear? Make Weather Clothing Tags
Help your child choose weather-appropriate clothing with easy-to-make color-coded clothing markers.
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