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 a Fossil From Glue!
Fossils are ancient plant, animal and microbe life that lived in the distance past preserved in stone. You can make your own fossils at home with a little modeling clay and glue.
Bungee Jump ... With Eggs!
Create an egg bungee jump to explore the laws of gravity and Newton's famous equation: force = mass × acceleration. Be warned: this experiment could get messy!
Make Gak: Experiment with Polymers
Did you know some substances can be both solid- and liquid-like? In this science activity, you and your child will experiment with an in-between state of matter: polymers! Mix borax with white glue and watch what happens!
Beanstalk in a Box
Ever heard of phototropism? Here's a fun activity you can do at home with your kids to explore this fascinating plant adaptation.
Create Crystal Ornaments
This activity combines art and science. Kids learn about how molecules join together and make a pretty decoration to hang around the house.
Taste Test Science: Fool Your Tongue!
This taste science experiment demonstrates how strongly our sense of smell controls what we taste.
Pucker Up! Make Beeswax Lip Balm
If your teen thinks she's too old for cutting and pasting, this is the activity for her. Beeswax lip balm is a simple, fun, and fashionable craft for spring.
Make Rose Petal Beads
Who knew that you could make beads out of rose petals? Crushing the rose petals releases their sweet essence, and can transform them into beautiful beads!
Go On a Paint Chip Picture Walk
This isn't your traditional nature walk--it includes a creative, scavenger hunt-style twist! Your child will try to capture photos that correspond to paint chip colors, and then create a scrapbook!
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.
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