1st and 2nd Grade Measurement Activities

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

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

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

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?

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.

In this science fair project, we'll use a liquid crystal thermometer to find out whether exercising makes a difference in people's temperature.

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

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

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.

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 measurement activity uses feet to compare objects, but not the ones found on rulers and measuring sticks...the feet on your child's own body!

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.

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!

Try this fun and simple activity to help nurture your child's observation skills and nourish a growing love of science!

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

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

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.

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!

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

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

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

Here is an activity that your kids can make for Mother's Day, a garden pot filled with edible "flowers".

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

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

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.