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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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?

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

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

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

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.

Thousands of witches that come out to celebrate Halloween. Now, your child can make her very own self-standing witch.

Help your first grade scientist learn about metamorphosis by observing the life cycle of some interesting creepy crawlies.

Help your curious kid cut through the clutter and collect the facts with a simple and fun science foldable.

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.

Making candles from old candles is easy. Recycle old candle stubs to make a "new" candle, and teach your child about recycling at the same time!

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

Transform your kitchen table into a winter wonderland with a cookie and cocoa party that looks freshly dusted with snow.

Practice measurement using centimeters in this fun math race designed for your second grade student!

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.

Help your child learn science and math skills like sorting, sequencing, and ordering while taking a nature walk and collecting and collaging leaves.

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.

Get back into school with this exciting architecture exploration! In this craft activity your child will research, draw, and build his own school.

These cute holly-shaped hair clips are a breeze to make for holiday celebrations. They make a great party activity, too!

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

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.

Introduce your child to science with something they see everyday--their shadow!

A food groups plate shows your child what category her foods belong in. Make a food groups plate with your child before dinnertime.

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

Help your child practice symmetry with this fun activity that will leave your child with a sweet symmetrical treat!

Get your child excited about measuring with this fun and easy household measurements activity.