2nd - 7th Grade Physical Science Resources : Page 5

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

Discover whether different amounts of water added into a wine glass will produce a different pitch when their fingers are rubbed along the rim.

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!

Invite your fifth grader to test the different rates of liquid absorption in synthetic and cotton materials, such as nylon and cotton.

Help your curious third grader construct a dazzling spinning wheel that will teach him about the science behind colors while providing some silly entertainment!

Here's a classic celery science experiment that uses celery and food coloring to demonstrate how plants absorb water.

Looking for an enjoyable evening activity you can do with your kids? Study the stars: help them learn about constellations by making one of their own.

This fun marbled paper craft uses things you're likely to have around your house, and it teaches kids some simple chemistry too!

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

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!

Learn with makes water molecules work with this fun and easy science activity!

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

Science fair project that examines what causes thunder and why a thunderclap sounds so loud. How is lightening related to the creation of sound waves?

Learn to solve a crime scene investigation using an important forensics tool: oblique lighting.

This 4th of July, explore fourth grade science and make some safe fireworks in your own backyard using soda pop!

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

Deck the halls with last season's Christmas lights for a spectacular and electrifying science activity.

Every time a sound is produced it emits a sound wave. This experiment demonstrates how sound travels, using nothing more than a spoon and a string!