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.
Your Nose Knows! Have Fun with Smell Science
Help your kindergarten scientist explore the science of smell - and have a great time doing it, too.
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 Waves in a Bottle
If your child's school is inland, or if the ocean waters nearby seem rough for a little kid, here's a delightful way to bring some waves home...and build up that kindergarten earth science knowledge as well.
How Much Does a Caterpillar Eat?
Caterpillars are usually a first grade favorite. This experiment gives your young scientist the opportunity to learn how much of a leaf a caterpillar can eat in one day. And in the process, it will teach her some important steps in the scientific method.
Explore Blood Science!
Try this fun and informative activity with your kindergartner and help him build up his science skills and learn about one of the most important parts of our bodies!
Backyard Astronomy
Your child will likely be amazed when she finds out that our own sun is a star. And come nighttime, she'll enjoy looking up at constellations. The best news is, star gazing is something everyone can enjoy with no special equipment needed.
What Has Happened to the Rain?
This activity will help your child become more aware of what happens when pollution goes into our air, and continue to reinforce that love and protectiveness she has of the environment. It might even inspire her to make some "green" changes in her life!
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.
Make a Mini Waterfall
Your child will love the creativity involved with this mini-waterfall project. He'll get to work on his planning, problem solving, architectural and science skills, while also getting a chance to play with some water!
Learn Lessons From the Berry Patch
As Spring leads into summer, your preschooler is full of anticipation, wondering what her first year of Elementary School will be like. Summer is a great time to work on some of those skills that will serve your child well in kindergarten, while having some fun in the sun!
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