3rd - 6th Grade Physical Science Resources : Page 5

Set your young chemist up for an afternoon of science-fueled magic with a deceptively simple activity starring baking soda and vinegar!

What causes sound? Here's a simple science experiment that adds a visual element to the science of sound to help kids better understand this tricky concept.

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!

How does a kazoo, the strings of a guitar, or the speaker of a radio make sound? The purpose of this science fair project is to show how vibration makes sound.

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

Introduce your child to the world of motion and physics with a bit of marble play inspired by Sir Isaac Newton!

Children combine an acid and an alkaline substance to simulate a volcano eruption in this fun experiment.

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?

Try the classic balloon-on-the-wall trick with your kid and watch static electricity in action.

Get your hands on a concoction that breaks the rules about what's a solid and what's a liquid.

Your third grader will delight in learning about sound waves as he observes the different sounds created by tapping on glasses with varying amounts of water.

This science fair project demonstrates the principles of reflection through simple experiments involving mirrors and light.

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

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

This science fair project idea produces sounds by creating vibrations using different objects.

A homemade lava lamp gives any room a retro flair. Find out how to make a homemade lava lamp, and learn some science too, with this educational activity.