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
Craft a Butterfly and Chrysalis
Butterflies offer us a special glimpse into nature's constant rebirth. This arts and crafts activity is all about caterpillars emerging from their cocoons as butterflies.
Grow Your Own Avocado Plant
Get your kids involved in the growing season with this gardening activity that's simple and easy to start. They'll love watching the avocado seed grow into a bushy plant.
Hammered Flower Prints
Try hammering some plants with your kids to teach them a valuable lesson in flower science while making beautiful artwork in the process.
Make Lightning
While this experiment won't produce something that can strike down trees, it does create an electrical discharge that's like a mini lightning bolt!
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.
Make Your Own Fossils
With some cookie dough and ordinary household objects, let your kindergartener explore how fossil imprints are made.
Experiment With Sound Waves
Every time a sound is produced it emits a sound wave. This experiment demonstrates how sound travels, using nothing more than a spoon and a string.
Plant a Garden
The garden is a place for growing flowers, chasing butterflies - even impromptu tag. But you can slip in some math and science learning without drawing too much attention to yourself.
Backyard Bugs
When it comes to kids and bugs, there's some kind of magnetic attraction. Boost math and science knowledge, and take the learning outdoors!
Construct a Paper Plate Wind Spinner
Help your child create a homemade wind spinner that represents her favorite elements of summertime. It will make your backyard sparkle, and teach her about weather!
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