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

Do-It-Yourself Earthquake

Do-It-Yourself Earthquake

It's easy to learn about earthquakes without experiencing one firsthand. In this simple earth science experiment, observe the effect of lateral earthquake motion on a high-rise building from the safety of your own home.

Create a Shoebox Habitat

Create a Shoebox Habitat

First graders are imaginative story-builders. Create a shoebox habitat with your child to put those budding creative instincts to good use.

Build an Indoor Igloo!

Build an Indoor Igloo!

You don't need to head to the Arctic to explore life in an igloo. Your child can build her own at home. All you need is water, empty milk containers, and some super cold weather!

Make a Changing Seasons Tree

Make a Changing Seasons Tree

Help your child visualize the changes that come with each season with this fun arts and crafts project. He'll learn about the changes in an apple tree throughout the year and grow his nature science knowledge while he's at it.

Make a Shadow Clock!

Make a Shadow Clock!

Use your child's natural interest in shadows with this activity! Create a "shadow clock" to measure the time of day. It's a great way to help sharpen her science observation skills, and think about the concept of time!

How Do Mirrors Work?

How Do Mirrors Work?

When kids are young, they're fascinated by their own reflections, and it's no wonder mirrors are amazing tools! With a few household items, your child will experiment with the properties of light and play a fun and informative "making whole" picture game.

Homemade Olympic Wreath

Homemade Olympic Wreath

This modern day activity pays homage to an ancient Olympic tradition in which athletes received olive branch wreaths to wear around their heads.

Marble Magic That's Physics, Too!

Marble Magic That's Physics, Too!

Here's a great magic trick for 2nd grade scientists who like to have a little fun. And guess what? It's a cool way to learn some important physics concepts while you're at it.

Make a Milk Carton Bird House

Make a Milk Carton Bird House

From butterflies in the garden to animals at the zoo, kids are drawn to wildlife. Get birds flocking to your backyard with this homemade bird feeder.

Create a Hibernating Bear Den

Create a Hibernating Bear Den

Is that a bear in there? Get your kids excited about learning about animals like bears with their very own den. They'll be eager to learn more when it's this fun!

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