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Children will learn why and how to compost as they help with the process of filling their compost, turning it, and observing the changes that occur.

Kids will make predictions about cricket behavior by conducting this fun and easy experiment which simulates different environments for crickets.

In this design thinking activity, your child will choose an animal to research, learn about the animal’s habitat, and then replicate the animal's habitat using household items.

In this activity, your child will be challenged to make a tower using paper cups.

Creating a home for a toad is an easy and fun project for kids. Here's how to make your very own toad abode.

Crayons aren't just good for creating colorful masterpieces -- they're also great for science!

Take advantage of the spring and summer sun in this arts and crafts activity that has your learner creating pretty flower prints.

What is topography? Kids find out by learning to make and read a topographic map in this awesome science fair project idea.

Your third grader will delight in learning about sound waves as he observes the different sounds created by tapping on glasses with varying amounts of water.

What's the best way to make DIY compost? Kids will learn about aerobic and anaerobic decomposition while learning to appreciate the value of composting.

Learning about how plants grow is a building block in the early grades science curriculum. Put a fun twist on this life science concept with these cup monster friends!

Check out this cool science fair project idea that models the behavior of the cold desert plants: xerophytes and halophytes.

In this activity, children will let their imagination run wild as they design and build a new planet in the solar system.

This science fair project idea investigates emulsifiers that allow oil and vinegar to mix.

In this science fair projects, students will grow out the bacteria that collect on air conditioner filters.

In this activity, your learner will be challenged to create their own tic-tac-toe grid out of building blocks.

Explore scientific concepts with this experiment that introduces kids to the scientific method!

Help your child get to know the least-appreciated of the five senses, the sense of smell, with a smelling station.

In this 3rd grade science activity, you'll experiment with the little-known fourth state of matter: polymers! Mix borax with white glue and watch what happens.

In this project, you'll build a model of the earth, complete with all seven continents and four major oceans.

Science fair project idea that examines different physical characteristics of a chosen animal. Make educated guesses about evolution based on animal's form.

In this outdoor science activity you'll find tips on how to create a nature journal by choosing a native plant or animal and tracking that species.

What causes dilated pupils? Young scientists will find out by applying what they already know about changes in pupil size and making models of the pupil.

Play with balance and simple engineering as you hurry to create a sturdy rock tower.

Science fair project idea which teaches you how to make butter by separating cream into butter and buttermilk.

Step into the fantastic world of colors with a project that explores what shade you -- and your friends -- like best.

In this hands-on design challenge your child will make their very own Rube Goldberg Machine.

The pinwheel is a simple toy that has been around for years and uses the wonders of the wind to spin it and delight kids of all ages!

April showers may bring May flowers, but your child can preserve the beauty of spring's bounty all year long with this simple craft project!

These science fair experiments demonstrate the chemistry of rust and the oxidation process.