Here's a great activity that uses corks and toothpicks to create a fleet of floating boats. Which design makes for the most seaworthy vessel?

Observe how your brain works while it is focused on one thing, and how it works while you are distracted by another thing.

Show your kids the power of baking powder by conducting a simple experiment. Make four batches of cornbread, all identical except for one thing: baking powder!

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.

Most people assume that cold water freezes more quickly, but could that be false? Does hot water freeze faster than cold water? Let's find out!

Ready for takeoff! Make science fun and teach about levers and fulcrums as your child sends buttons flying.

This surprisingly good glue recipe comes from common kitchen items.

I scream, you scream, we all scream for homemade spearmint ice cream!

This easy aerodynamics activity is a simple way to introduce kids to the scientific method.

What is elasticity? Students will investigate how this concept applies to bouncing ball physics by testing the bounces of balls made out of different materials.

Take to the air with science by experimenting with helicopter seeds right in your own backyard!

When you see those sunscreen "protection levels," what does that really mean? Try this experiment to find out.

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

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

Get your sense of humor ready for this fun science experiment that demonstrates the fundamental physics of air pressure.

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!

Using an empty tennis ball can and a swimming pool, you will determine if it's possible to have a conversation under water.

This science fair project idea explores whether talking to a plant will help it grow.

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

Here's an interesting activity that will enable your child to make his own magnifier out of a drop of water

What's a liquid? What's a solid? What better way to experiment than by turning a childhood favorite, ice cream, into a homemade science lesson!

How does rust form? Kids will learn about the roles oxygen, water, and electrons play in rust chemistry in this cool science fair project idea.

Has your child ever asked you how a submarine works? Here's a simple bathtub project that will make for a hands-on answer.

In this 3rd grade science activity, you'll experiment with the little-known fourth state of matter: polymers! Mix borax with white glue and watch what happens.

Create a homemade pair of sunglasses with colored lenses to see just how light and color affect our sight! Use this fun project to practice science!

Making your own glass cleaner is easy, effective and inexpensive!

In this fun activity, your child will create their very own solar oven to bake s'mores!

In this free science fair project, learn how to separate salt from water using heat. A great science project for elementary school kids.

Celebrate April Fools' Day with a science prank that is sure to amuse...and educate too!

Make a DIY golf putter and design your own golf putting course in this 2nd-3rd grade arts and crafts/game activity.