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

What does a raindrop look like when it splashes on the ground? Is each raindrop unique like snowflakes? Find out how raindrop size varies in this experiment.

Children learn about mindfulness tools that may support them to manage their emotions. Then they will create their own video to teach others these same mindfulness tools.

Want to build your child's literary repertoire with tools like foreshadowing and description? Try a spooky Halloween story!

In the mood for a little lighthearted magic? Make your own chi chi sticks, inspired by the divination tools of ancient Chinese fortune tellers.

Watch your fifth grader hone his basic kitchen and measuring skills as he helps you whip up a batch of this soothing, savory soup.

Our baked French toast recipe is particularly tasty on a chilly winter morning. Make our baked French toast recipe with your child to teach them about measuring.

Can you increase the light and plant growth in your garden using mirrors? In this experiment, measure light reflection and find out!

Incorporate some math and science thinking into your annual fall fun with this pumpkin investigation activity! Your child will have a blast investigating various ways of measuring pumpkins, making estimates, taking measurements, and recording their findin

There's more to corn than the sweet yellow kernels. This easy craft project shows you and your kid how to make pretty corn husk flowers using just a few tools.

This felt pie craft not only teaches sewing skills, but is a sneaky introduction to elementary math standards like geometry, measurement and estimation.

Sure, angles can be confusing. Here's a fun activity to brush up your child's knowledge of these geometry essentials.

Thanksgiving is a time to be with loved ones. It's also a time to chow down! Need help in the kitchen? There's no better helper than an avid fourth grader.

This fun activity encourages your child to develop their skills in not only taking measurements, but also in working with the measurements themselves.

Design a survival kit. Brainstorm various survival scenarios. Address basic human requirements and natural resources. Describe each tool as well uses.

Take a stab at 18th century American cooking with your kids by following this tasty recipe from one of the first colonial cookbooks.

This is a fantastic and easy science experiment where kids will learn about elasticity by testing how high bouncy balls of different materials can bounce.

Use familiar household items and decorations to turn estimation into a fun game!

Find out which kind of bubble wrap fares best when put in impact.

Children will learn all about cause and effect as they experiment with potion-making in this Halloween themed activity.

Here's a hands-on activity you can do with your fourth-grader to practice measurement and directly apply the concept of area.

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

These sparkling earrings look fancy but they're super simple to make using inexpensive craft items.

This science fair project idea explores how much force is needed to move a lever at different distances from the fulcrum.

Science fair project that examines how yeast grows, and which conditions allow for optimal growth. What types of nutrients does yeast prefer?

Your child will learn a whole alphabet of different jobs while they complete this brain-teaser chart just in time to celebrate Labor Day!

A lemonade stand is a great opportunity for your kids to work on their money skills and donate some hard earned money to charity.

Your child can explore the wonders of science, and the concept of dehydration, along with creating a healthy and tasty treat!

Throughout history, people have used song as a teaching and memory tool. This project explores whether song improves a person's ability to retain information.

How do you tell time without a watch? Use the sun! This simple activity will show your child how to build his own sundial.