2nd - 5th Grade Measurement Activities : Page 2

How does frost form? How fast does it form? Do this simple science project using a plastic glass, rock salt and some water to learn about deposition.

This science fair project looks one of the most important factors affecting seed germination: water. A fun and easy plant biology experiment for 3rd graders.

This experiment uses a yeast solution, liquid detergent, and hydrogen peroxide to produce an exciting reaction like no other!

This science fair project idea explores whether mint, known for its âcooling sensationâ really does lower temperatures.

In this science fair project, we learn how air molecules move as a result of density, convection, and air currents.

Based on the concept of water's "freezing point," this activity entails the lowering of water's freezing point to chill ice cream!

Practice conversions within the metric system in this fun math card game for third graders.

Introduce your fourth or fifth grader to volume by having him build rectangular prisms, and then count each sugar cube to check his volume calculations.

Science fair project which simulates the global conveyor belts on a small scale, and observes the effects of wind, density and temperature on water movement.

This simple experiment serves as an introduction to the greenhouse effect.

Here's a thought-provoking activity to make new vocabulary words "stick" in the mind of your young learner.

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!

Science fair project that compares the freezing temperature of salt water and freshwater in order to learn about supercooling and condensation nuclei.

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 cool science fair project teaches kids about temperature, density and buoyancy using balloons that float with normal air. No helium required!

Kids will create their own version of Richard Feynman's rubber band heat engine to learn about thermodynamics with this cool science fair project idea.

Make your own marshmallows and mix up some very interesting third grade chemistry lessons while you're at it!

When you rub a balloon on your head, your hair stands up; but is that true for everyone? Does hair color affect static electricity?

In this science fair project, we'll use a liquid crystal thermometer to find out whether exercising makes a difference in people's temperature.

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

This fun science project helps to investigate how much water can a plant take up and release in a certain period of time through the process of transpiration.

This science fair project idea teaches how the gases and pollution in the air affect the earth's atmosphere temperature.

How much does 100 weigh? Play this fun guessing game with your child to commemorate the 100th day of school.

Time is an abstract concept that's difficult to grasp. But waiting for the turkey to come out of the oven on Thanksgiving is a concretely yummy experience.

Your third grader will be amazed at the explosive combination of vinegar and baking soda in these chocolate volcano cupcakes with white chocolate "lava."

These delicious Easter Basket Cupcakes are a simple, creative holiday treat. These cupcakes sit in waffle bowls with festive coconut grass and jellybean eggs.

How do icicles form and what do they look like? Do this free science fair project and watch the formation of icicles occur right before your eyes.

Turn any sunny summer day into a fun and special occasion by having a watermelon seed spitting contest!

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

Here's a fun at-home activity that will help your child strengthen math skills using high and low temperature data, and become a master temperature tracker!