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This science fair project idea explores how length affects the weight a bridge can hold.

There are many benefits to bugs and insects. This science project shows how cockroaches, termites, and other critters benefit our planet.

How does dishwashing liquid work? Kids discover the chemical mechanism behind cleansing power in this easy science fair project idea.

Make a paper jack-o'-lantern treat bucket this Halloween! While crafting, your kid will learn about the process of creating self-standing sculptural objects.

Air invisible; it doesn't make sounds; you can't pick it up and throw it. So how do we know it exists? Help your second grade scientist figure it out.

Learn all about balance and motion as your child designs a corn maze!

Children will learn why and how to compost as they help with the process of filling their compost, turning it, and observing the changes that occur.

Satisfy your child's love of the game with a paper project starring his favorite pigskin!

When you cut a flower to put into a vase, it'll eventually wilt, even with water and sunshine. But is there another scientific secret to keeping flowers fresh?

This science fair project idea determines if crystals will absorb food dye and if colors will mix by the process of diffusion.

This science fair project idea determines if the size of the parachute will change the rate at which an object falls.

Milk is made of water and fat; but how can you separate the two? Find out in this color changing milk experiment.

How does water pressure change with depth? Kids learn how pressure works underwater with this cool and easy demo.

Magic, science, or household cleanser? Let your second grader decide with this practical, nontoxic chemistry experiment with acids and bases.

Use adorable animal photos from books or magazines to make these simple valentines that can be given to classmates or friends.

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

Take a break with a paper bag costume. A great rainy-day art project.

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

This science fair project idea investigates how optical distances change the apparent size of an object as seen through a magnifying lens.

Home made candles make for great home made gifts at Christmas, Mother's Day, birthdays. Great presents for any special occasion!

Inspire a love for the written word by creating an illustrated nature poetry book with your kids.

Can you imagine a sky filled with bright, colorful bubbles? Make this whimsical scene come alive with bubble science!

Are you in need of a little extra luck? Try making a lucky amulet!

This science fair project idea demonstrates how air resistance contributes to denser objects falling faster than less dense objects.

Help your second grader to a better understanding of how to count and represent money with age old game of tic-tac-toe.

In this cool science experiment, learn about magnetism and poles, and test magnet strength to find out if two magnets are twice as strong as one.

This Thanksgiving table runner craft isn't just fun and festive, it also helps your child build muscles for hand strength, fine motor skills, and handwriting.

In this experiment you will replicate the mummification process by making a hot dog mummy.

In this science fair project, students use the streak test to tell minerals apart from each other.

Give your second grader a chance to get his feet wet with measurement before he moves onto the more complicated stuff by trying this activity with him at home.