To help your child learn how to use a thermometer, try this temperature collecting activity at home.

Grow a garden with an environmentally-friendly twist by using plant scraps that usually get thrown away.

Give your second grader a chance to get his feet wet with measurement before he moves onto the more complicated stuff by trying this activity with him at home.

In this science experiment, observe convection currents forming and learn about how heat energy moves in liquids from hot to cooler areas through convection.

Learn how to make a paper snowflake with these simple instructions. Help your child learn how to make a paper snowflake with only paper and scissors.

Help your kids fall in love with nature by making a simple clay bird bath. Set it up in your yard and watch the animals venture in for a sip of water.

Dive into the world of cooking oil and smoke points to discover just how fast some oils start smoking.

Enjoy this kid-friendly recipe for Irish soda bread, just in time for St. Patrick's Day!

The next time you've got a restless second grade earth scientist on your hands, use this experiment to demonstrate crystals and make a tasty treat, too!

These delicious Easter Basket Cupcakes are a simple, creative holiday treat. These cupcakes sit in waffle bowls with festive coconut grass and jellybean eggs.

This fall, bake some festive caramel apple cupcakes with your second grader and help her build her math skills while you're at it!

The objective of this science fair project is to examine the effects of temperature on salt and water solutions, as they form crystals over time.

Kids will learn how to make a thermometer to to explore liquid density in this great science fair project. Which liquids are affected by temperature the most?

Pumpkin carving party activities are great for a pre-Halloween party. Try pumpkin carving party activities, including jack-o'-lantern ideas and fall recipes.

Check out this cool science fair project idea to explore the risk of mechanical deterioration of artifacts placed in a storage box due to mold outbreaks.