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In this science fair project, apply the principles of leverage and force by building six simple machines designed to set weights in motion.

Give your budding young observers a chance to discover simple machines at use in their own home.

By selecting a pattern and carefully repeating it on the entire surface of a pumpkin, your child will transform a simple garden vegetable into a work of art.

Did you know your body is full of simple machines? This project looks at one of the third-class levers in the human body: your arm!

Children have a naturally inquisitive mind. Foster their curiosity with a walk through an autumn field or park to answer age-old “why” questions. As you walk with your child, you can encourage them to ask questions.

Learn about this simple machine and make a pulley of your own to use for fun science trials.

This simple sewing activity results in a pair of homemade fleece mittens!

This heart print makes the perfect simple and sweet gift for Valentine's Day!

These paper Scandinavian tiles are simple to create, and they make for a beautiful and unique keepsake.

Invite children to create a Fourth of July centerpiece with this simple craft activity!

Be adventurous this Cinco de Mayo and give this simple recipe using pickled nopalitos a try!

Math Baseball is a fun and competitive way to review new math concepts and simple computations.

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

Jazz up your patio or backyard with hip and quirky planters made from simple Mason jars.

This simple "how to make a water wheel" activity makes physics come alive for your child by demonstrating how different kinds of energy work.

Teach your child how to feed himself in the morning with this simple and delicious breakfast burrito recipe.

Analyze this simple betting game with your fourth grade student in order to discuss probability.

In this science fair project you will make a model of a cell membrane using very simple material.

These sparkling earrings look fancy but they're super simple to make using inexpensive craft items.

Upcycle an old dress shirt into artsy bow with just a few simple sewing techniques.

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

Create a string of paper jack-o'-lanterns with this simple Halloween paper craft!

Use a simple toothbrush and a splatter painting technique to create this sparkling skyline work of art!

Simple and straightforward, this money math game helps kids practice counting, adding change, and working with decimals.

Now you can have baby chicks around any time of year, with this simple egg carton craft idea.

This simple heat transfer experiment is a great introduction to the concepts of heat transfer and conduction.

Looking for a simple, yet unique writing activity for your child on Valentine's Day? Try a hand at haiku!

Use muffin tins to create a simple, affordable and fun game to help your child practice their vocabulary!

Using simple materials, children will create a movement card game that the whole family can play together.

Learning to count change can be tough! Help your child become a master money-counter with this simple game.