2nd and 3rd Grade Physical Science Resources : Page 3

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

Get your hands on a concoction that breaks the rules about what's a solid and what's a liquid.

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

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.

Get your sense of humor ready for this fun science experiment that demonstrates the fundamental physics of air pressure.

In this physics project, learn about the relationship between light intensity and distance using a laser pointer, flashlight, and graph paper!

This balloon-powered car project is a great way for your kid to learn about energy and how it can be used efficiently.

This classic children's game demonstrates how sound travels through air vs. through a solid.

Delight your budding scientist with this cool physics magic trick and teach her some basic physics concepts while you're at it!

Let your young scientist explore a brave new world of sound with an experiment that just requires a handful of common household items.

Here's a great activity that uses corks and toothpicks to create a fleet of floating boats. Which design makes for the most seaworthy vessel?

If your science savy third grader is up for a challenge, let her bend light with a casserole dish!

Teach your child how butter is created by shaking up cream the old-fashioned way.

Hone your child's skills of observation and take a look at forensic science for an interesting afternoon of exploration and detective work!

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

This homemade barometer allows your little scientist to contemplate and compare different air and weather conditions.

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.

Stir up some enthusiasm for experimentation with this candy-cracking science experiment!

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!

Want to make Halloween truly eerie? Science to the rescue! These ghouly hands come alive with a little help from simple chemistry.