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

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

This recipe makes bubbles that not only blow up nice and big, but do tricks and experiments! How do you do it? It's not a secret, it's science!

This easy Halloween-themed science experiment for first-graders is perfect for chilly October afternoons or great as a Halloween party activity.

With Halloween right around the corner, find a way to use your brain and reward your tummy with a new type of science -- candy science!

What's a liquid? What's a solid? What better way to experiment than by turning a childhood favorite, ice cream, into a homemade science lesson!

This science exploration lets your first grader see how eggs can provide a perfect environment for a living, growing creature.

First graders are learning to think like scientists. What better place to start, then by raising tadpoles? This hands-on activity explores science in action!

Magic, science, or household cleanser? Let your second grader decide with this practical, nontoxic chemistry experiment with acids and bases.

Help your child understand the scientific concept of evaporation with this fun outdoor science activity.

Did you ever think you could make colors disappear right before your eyes? This science experiment is just like a magic trick: now you see it, now you don't!

Put your second grade scientist to work this Fourth of July with our colorful "liquid fireworks" project!

Your kid will be captivated as she watches liquids change color before her very eyes during this fun science project that introduces some chemistry basics.

Wool can absorb 1/3 of its weight in water, while still keeping the body warm. She can test this theory by performing a scientific sock comparison!

In this air pressure science experiment with a balloon and a jar, children will use heat to create a partial vacuum and suck a balloon into a jar.

Think you can blow up a balloon without using your mouth? This isn't just a cool trick, it's also a great way to introduce chemistry and biology concepts.

Make meringues with your first grader and see how states of matter can transform before your very eyes. Here's how:

Explore the scientific concept of capacity by seeing how many pennies you boat can hold before it sinks!

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!

Help your young learner discover why the insects that a spider eats stick to its web but the spider doesn't.

Children learn the six parts of a plant...but do they really understand? Try this plant-themed meal plan to bring school science into the home.

Play this flashlight game with your child to teach him about objects that are transparent, translucent, and opaque.

Do plants get crowded? Have your curious kid investigate how plants respond if they're forced to grow together in a confined space.

Is it solid or liquid? Create oobleck and witness the amazingly weird oscillation between the two!

When you cut a flower to put into a vase, it'll eventually wilt, even with water and sunshine. But is there another scientific secret to keeping flowers fresh?

Help your second grade scientist explore the timely topic of wind speed using a version of the classic Beaufort Scale.

What makes your shadow dance around all day? Let's play detective and find out why that sneaky shadow never stays in one place for long.

Start your toy engines -- this is going to be a fast and friction-filled race!

Why does purple cheese look nasty? Because color plays a big part in how we perceive the taste of different foods. Are birds just like us in this respect?

This science fair project idea demonstrates that plants give off water.