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Work on measurement by sliding cards along a table with your second grader in this fun game. Use centimeters or inches, add up your totals, and see who's won!

Blend science and math to explore a very important first grade social studies question: does our planet contain more land or more water?

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.

How do animals keep warm? In this experiment, find out whether fat insulation resists cold temperatures and learn how this works in the animal kingdom.

This simple heat transfer experiment is a great introduction to the concepts of heat transfer and conduction.

Make a lei and bring a touch of the tropical lifestyle into your home!

Why doesn't the ocean freeze? Students answer this question by simulating the chemical composition and temperature of arctic waters in their own home.

Kids will build a turtle habitat in order to observe the climate preferences of this cold-blooded reptile.

Learn how starch and carbohydrates interact with different solvents in this fun and easy packing peanut science fair project.

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?

This fun shape game is like Twister...with a twist!

This project determines whether Styrofoam, paper, or plastic cups are best for preventing ice from melting.

In this science fair project, kids measure how weather conditions affect how fast a puddle evaporates.

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

In this insulation experiment, you'll learn which clothes keep you warm in the cold, and which make you shiver.

Invite your second grader to help you measure and mix these fresh, cool concoctions!

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

Does your second grader want to learn a magic trick? Here is a simple trick using only 3 dice and a little bit of addition and subtraction.

Here's a fun math and science activity: help your child explore four different kinds of measurement, using their hand and a few simple household tools.

During the Passover Seder, many Jewish families pour a cup of red wine for Elijah. This year, help your child create his own welcoming glass for Elijah.

Use empty soda bottles to create a fun bowling set that helps your first grader practice addition skills!

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!

Do plants breathe? Not exactly. They do respire though! This activity will help your child with see that plants are producing the oxygen we need to survive.

This first grade science activity is great for winter! Your child will grow and observe her own amaryllis bulb, keeping a journal of her scientific findings.

If you're looking for a fun way to have your child gain practice pattern-making while working out fine motor skills, making Washi eggs is the perfect activity.

When you rub a balloon on your head, your hair stands up; but is that true for everyone? Does hair color affect static electricity?

For your budding first grade scientist, all you need is some simple, natural materials to create an amazing ant farm. Here's how to get started.

Forget store-bought dyes this Easter: color your Easter eggs with natural dyes made with ingredients from your own kitchen in this 1st grade activity.

Pfeffernusse are spicy and sweet Christmas cookies from Germany. Make a batch of traditional pfeffernusse this holiday season.

Countries all around the world have been using the abacus for thousands of years to make math easier. Have your kid make his own abacus to practice arithmetic.