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Kids will learn how to make a steam powered rocket boat, also called a putt putt boat or a pop pop boat, in this great science fair project for 4th graders.

Children have a naturally inquisitive mind. Foster their curiosity with a walk through an autumn field or park to answer age-old “why” questions. As you walk with your child, you can encourage them to ask questions.

Excite your fourth grader by recreating ancient Viking myths. This miniature longboat will explore the principle of water molecules expanding when heated.

What is condensation? Little mad scientists will learn about condensation, states of matter, and air pressure by conducting this cool science experiment.

This science fair project idea examines which is the best way to get rid of water stains (stains caused by just water) on fabric.

Will your liquid weigh less once you remove the fat from it? Find out in this science fair project idea.

Cook these dumplings with your kids to ring in the Chinese New Year or any day you're craving tasty homemade food!

Homemade Pumpkin hot chocolate is perfect for Halloween scary movie marathon or a pre-Thanksgiving game night. Try this Homemade Pumpkin hot chocolate recipe.

Boiling water in a paper cup is possible because of convection and the thermal properties of water and paper. Learn how with this fun science fair project idea.

Serve this seasonal carrot salad at Easter brunch this year, and it just might hop onto your family's list of healthy favorites.

Demonstrate which cooking method gets rid of the most fat.

If you love the idea of handing out holiday tins of homemade cookies but you're not a baker, chocolate-covered apples are the perfect solution.

It can feel good to hit something when you're mad. The more your child pounds, squeezes, and mashes this dough, the better these play dough cookies will taste!

Carrots are packed with lots good healthy stuff and your child can transform them into something to enjoy for breakfast or after school!

Nothing warms a wintry afternoon like a warm bowl of soup - especially when it's homemade!

Who knew that you could make beads out of rose petals? Not only can it be done, but the beads smell wonderful!

Teach your child how butter is created by shaking up cream the old-fashioned way.

Make this easy recipe for Halloween, featuring white chocolate and pretzels, for a crispy, creepy treat!

Water can go from solid to liquid to gas...but how does popcorn go from kernel to snack? Invite your first grade scientist to find out.

The crust is fun for kids to mix and roll out, and the filling overflows with vitamin and anti-oxidant packed berries!

Like "Mother, May I?", this following directions tag game focuses on gross motor skills, but to the theme Itsy Bitsy Spider. Fun indoors or outside!

In this science fair project idea, kids make water dance on the surface of a hot pan with the Leidenfrost Effect.

Let your fourth grade chef mix up butter and sugar with scientific principles about different states of matter, and get delicious toffee, too.

Experiment with the wonders of pressure and condensation by crushing a soda can with nothing but air and water!

Help motivate your child to become a more avid and consistent reader by creating a train-themed reading chart that can serve as a visual reminder of their progress.

This hands-on activity gets first grade kids brainstorming about what needs change in the world, and how they can help.

Kids will love making clouds and learning how to make a water cycle model in this fun science fair project idea that explores evaporation and precipitation.

This science fair project compares the allelopathic chemical produced by the Black Walnut tree to a commercial herbicide in stopping the growth of a shrub.

Examine whether distilled water, spring water, or regular tap water yield faster plant growth.

Learn how to make sushi at home, and turn dinner into a social studies lesson for everyone.