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

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

This science fair project idea investigates how optical distances change the apparent size of an object as seen through a magnifying lens.

Introduce your child to the importance of preserving the world's biodiversity by turning a lesson on endangered species into a fun game for the whole family.

Teach your child the meaning of recycle and reuse by repurposing plastic spoons as plant markers for your vegetable garden.

Satisfy your sweet tooth with this easy summer activity! Make homemade ice cream and let your child practice his science skills.

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.

Camouflage is one of the most important animal adaptations in the African savanna biome. Kids create their own camouflage with this fun science fair project.

In this project combining nature, art, math, and science, children make rubbings of leaves then observe shapes and structures and sort the leaf images.

Help your second grader observe the phases of the moon, and then let the fun loose: he'll get to chart his observations with marshmallows!

Help your child make a beautiful homemade sandcastle that will last!

Introduce your child to the world of motion and physics with a bit of marble play inspired by Sir Isaac Newton!

The possibilities are endless with this fun Halloween-themed STEM activity! With simple supplies, your child will experiment, adapt, and use their creativity while they build structures using different specifications.

Be a chemist for a day and study the simple reaction between sugar and heat. Try heating sugar and see what happens!

What is a wedge? Kids find out by experimenting with different wedges in this simple science fair project idea.

This weather spinner will improve observation skills by encouraging children to examine and track weather details and patterns.

How does the size of a vibrating surface affect the pitch of a drum? Learn about drum size and pitch with this easy science fair project idea.

This science fair project teaches students the differences between fruits and vegetables.

This fall, make a leaf crown that will encourage creative play and your child's interest in the natural world while you help them build fine motor skills.

This project explores whether plants can live and grow when "watered" with juice, soda, or milk.

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?

How do we know that air exists when we can't see it, taste it, or touch it? Here's a classic experiment that will teach your kid some basics of aerodynamics!

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 second grade arts and crafts activity is all about caterpillars emerging from their cocoons as butterflies.