Plants and light seem to be good buddies, but how far does the friendship really go?

Do earthworms like moisture or darkness? Find out as we explore the relationship between earthworms and light.

Science fair project that examines what causes thunder and why a thunderclap sounds so loud. How is lightening related to the creation of sound waves?

With nothing more than a flat open space and some lively kids, you can reinforce key concepts of punctuation while having lots of healthy laughs.

This classic children's game demonstrates how sound travels through air vs. through a solid.

This classic children's game-connecting two cups with a string-demonstrates sound's ability to travel through air vs through a solid.

The purpose of this science fair project is to explore whether UV light passes through some colors and not others by looking at blue, red, purple, and clear.

In this sound experiment children listen for differences as they tap on a bag of air, a bag of water, and a wooden block held up to their ears.

Your child can brush up on her math skills by charting the length of time that each candle on the menorah takes to burn.

How does a kazoo, the strings of a guitar, or the speaker of a radio make sound? The purpose of this science fair project is to show how vibration makes sound.

Play hopscotch with numbers, but also with letters, to get kids ready for reading.

Make a shiny decorative Menorah using an egg carton and light bulbs.

Light up the sky with this lotus lantern, a perfect way to explore Buddha Day.

Help your child craft a magnetic menorah that they can safely "light" themselves!

Celebrate the popular holiday Diwali with a craft! Make a homemade diya lamp to welcome light over darkness.

Here's a fun activity to help build thinking skills in young first grade scientists, and to encourage them to have a blast exploring the mass and volume.

Try this simple 2nd grade science experiment to teach your child about the principles of luminosity and light reflection.

Bring the magic and mystery of the night sky to the light of day with this fun constellation art project!

Light up your home with this lightning bug craft that will keep glowing even after summer's gone!

You don't need to wait for rain to see a rainbow. Make one yourself, and teach your child about light and weather in the process.

A new twist on the game of charades will inspire your first grader to look at her favorite books in a whole new light.

Cornucopia still life painting is a great activity for your young artist to look at light and shadow, textures and composition in creating art at Thanksgiving!

Help your child create an adorable -- or gruesome -- miniature pumpkin candle holder that will shed some tiny pools of light on your dining table or counter.

Your child can make a sweet and savory spinach strawberry salad; two ingredients that come together for a light and fresh summer dish!

This experiment works due to a simple principle: plants need light. Build a shoebox maze and watch the plant work though the obstacle course, searching for sun.

This Valentine's Day, promote strong hearts with an active relay that the whole family can enjoy! It's light on the wallet, but heavy on heart health.

Shed some "light" on the Chinese culture while brightening up your home. Teach your child the Chinese character for good luck with this lantern craft.

This homemade snare drum made with everyday household items gets its authentic rattle sound from paper clips and tin.

"Crown" dad this Father's Day—and sneak in some letter-sound practice, too.

Transfer your child's artwork onto clothing using an iron-on transfer. It's easier than it sounds, and your child will love wearing his artwork!