1st - 3rd Grade Science Activities : Page 12

This science fair idea is a great way for kids to explore static electricity. Kids will give a comb a static charge and watch as it separates pepper from salt.

Stories change as you retell them. The objective of this science fair project is to demonstrate how information gets interpreted, distorted and changed.

This project can help prepare your child for a trip to the tide pools, or give him a way to remember some of the many creatures he saw during his visit.

People have favorite flavors, but what about ants? Which ant food is the most popular?

This science fair project examines how seeds hitchhike on animals and clothing.

This science fair project explores how osmotic pressure forces water through the root up into the plant.

In this project children discover, identify, and sort seeds from a variety of fruits and vegetables

This activity works well with a group or just with a parent and child, and it can make a great party game since it's both fun and inexpensive.

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

We all know that the Moon has different phases, but it can be hard to figure out why. Try this activity to see how the Moon's phases really work.

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.

This adventurous art project will send kids on a scavenger hunt for fall materials they can use in their artwork. This craft also teaches kids about seasons.

Do you think you could walk around upside down -- with your feet in the air and your head on the ground?

Learn how to grow an avocado plant indoors with your 1st grader in this hands-on gardening activity.

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

Use reusable, recyclable materials--along with a dose of imagination--to build a castle with first grade geometrical forms.

Make a DIY golf putter and design your own golf putting course in this 2nd-3rd grade arts and crafts/game activity.

This science fair project idea investigates how a bottom keel helps keep a boat from rocking back and forth.

Here's a science activity to help your child investigate how seeds are designed to travel.

Science fair project that examines the behavior of water and gravel in creek beds and the formation of sedimentary rocks.

Uh-oh! Is that a pill sitting on the counter or a piece of candy?

First graders are learning basic addition and subtraction math facts. Practice in the sandbox with this fun outdoor math activity!

Combine the science of physics with the fun of playing spy. Your young detective can make his own tiny looking glass. It's simple to make!

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.

Create your own cloud with an activity that will explain how important concepts such as evaporation, condensation, and precipitation work.

Is your little scientist up for a rocky challenge? Let them make their own geode rocks using eggs and epsom salts!

Who needs paint, glitter, or crayons when you have natural art supplies right outside your front door?

This fun marbled paper craft uses things you're likely to have around your house, and it teaches kids some simple chemistry too!

This biodiversity project examines the biodiversity in your own backyard.

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