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In this science fair project, apply the principles of leverage and force by building six simple machines designed to set weights in motion.

Give your budding young observers a chance to discover simple machines at use in their own home.

By selecting a pattern and carefully repeating it on the entire surface of a pumpkin, your child will transform a simple garden vegetable into a work of art.

This science fair project demonstrates the principles of reflection through simple experiments involving mirrors and light.

Your first grader will improve her fine motor skills as she designs her own drum set with recycled household objects and art supplies!

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.

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

Reuse old cardboard boxes and popsicle sticks to create a miniature sled that is perfect for pretend play with dolls or action figures.

Learn all about cause and effect as your child experiments with an exploding pumpkin in this engaging fall activity! Get the whole family involved with this simple science experiment that is a fun and exciting way to combine Halloween and science.

These science fair experiments demonstrate the chemistry of rust and the oxidation process.

This science fair project idea experiments with spinning color wheels and optical illusions.

Kids conduct a simple science experiment to see if seeds can grow without soil in this simple kindergarten science activity.

Introduce your child to the wonders of colorful chemistry with this simple food coloring project.

This recipe makes bubbles that not only blow up nice and big, but do tricks and experiments! How do you do it? It's not a secret, it's science!

This science fair project idea demonstrates that light travels in straight lines and experiments with reflecting light.

These paper Scandinavian tiles are simple to create, and they make for a beautiful and unique keepsake.

Using simple materials found around your home, you can reinforce the static electricity concept by helping your child build a simple device with zapping power!

Help your child build her very own science laboratory at home for experiments and science projects. This is a quick, easy, and fun educational tool!

Get in the Halloween spirit with these simple, silly bat decorations!

This simple experiment serves as an introduction to the greenhouse effect.

This simple sewing activity results in a pair of homemade fleece mittens!

Use this simple and versatile sauce in pasta, sandwiches, or atop baked chicken.

Set your young chemist up for an afternoon of science-fueled magic with a deceptively simple activity starring baking soda and vinegar!

This heart print makes the perfect simple and sweet gift for Valentine's Day!

Make your own Matryoshka out of simple craft materials in this easy how-to!

Engineers in training can get started with this simple wheel-and-axle construction activity.

Add a flourish of flowers to your dining table with simple and creative sponge art!

This is a simple, nutritious food kids love for snacks and lunches all year.

Invite children to create a Fourth of July centerpiece with this simple craft activity!

What's the quickest way to separate salt and pepper? Let static electricity do the work! Your child will be fascinated by this simple experiment.