2nd - 7th Grade Activities : Page 20

This second grade arts and crafts activity is all about caterpillars emerging from their cocoons as butterflies.

This science fair project idea explores substances that cause a bubble to last longer.

In this science experiment, your child will test the strength of hollow structures in order to understand how strong bird bones really are.

Find out whether matte or shiny nail polish lasts longer.

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.

Let your fifth grader use his wits to challenge friends to complete their labyrinthine book of mazes!

The purpose of this science fair project is to determine which conditions and materials quicken the composting process to make the best compost.

Cool down this summer and stay active, too, with a wet clothes relay! 

This science fair project focuses on the use of a conductivity device that will determine if a substance dissolved in water can or cannot conduct electricity.

Are you looking for an out-of-this world activity that's both fun and educational? This solar system garland is a great way to introduce your child to astronomy.

Thanksgiving placemats are a great craft for your kid, and a beautiful addition to the dinner table. Make Thanksgiving placemats with your kid for the holiday.

Introduce your young artist to this art form with this fun and creative activity, which blends arts and crafts with patterning for hidden math practice!

This fun calculator exercise will take the mystery away from the machine, and familiarize your child with the functions of a calculator.

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.

Here's an activity that lets your third grader, fourth grader, or fifth grader bring the warmth and light of lanterns into your home by making his own.

Unleash your child's imagination by inviting them to create a tall tale set in their own hometown.

Communicating using the written word doesn't have to be tough! It can be as simple and fun as composing a comic strip.

Here's a fun activity that will allow your child to express himself by making a flag of his own design, then writing an accompanying story.

Practice math and social studies skills with this fun game based on the Battle of Lexington and Concord.

Get kids excited about gathering their school supplies by teaching them how to make their own writing supplies!

Help your fifth grader create an art card that celebrates the enduring values of Passover.

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

This science fair project idea explores the different properties of matter.

Build a 3d animal cell model with this cool science fair project, which helps kids visualize and understand the function of a cell's parts and organelles.

The goal of this science fair project is to analyze differences between the taste and texture of frozen and fresh food.

This science experiment tests whether warm or cold water works best in making cut flowers last longer.

Your child will hop with delight as he make this delicious, edible bunny out of marshmallows.

Try these story starters - creativity and sequencing skills combine to create wild stories that will have the whole family in stitches!

Get kids to celebrate Earth Day by designing their very own junk truck.

Test your learner's knowledge of Barack Obama by challenging your child to complete a crossword puzzle about the President after reading a short biography.