4th - 6th Grade Activities : Page 41

This project investigates the affect of storage temperature on microwave popcorn.

Make environmentally friendly, chemical-free toothpaste using one of the most common, inexpensive pantry staples in the American kitchen: baking soda.

Your child can twist and turn their way to creating a freestanding wire form! When they're done they can position and display their small statue wherever they want.

Did you know cooking supports your child in learning complex math skills? Reinforce your child's measurement and problem solving skills by whipping up some healthy sweet potatoes for a dinner side dish!

Teach kids about a fun way they can remember this more efficiently- the power of mnemonics. Kids will be amazed.

This science fair project idea investigates how the height at which a pendulum is released affects the length of time it continues.

Show your fourth grader how to design and print his own chop, a Chinese "signature" of sorts that uses calligraphic characters or motifs.

In this science fair projects, students will grow out the bacteria that collect on air conditioner filters.

Help your child create a piece of spring art by shaking up the traditional silhouette art form with a colorful collage background and vibrant spring color.

In this activity, your child will practice taking on the perspective of others and will generate ideas for conflict resolution at home.

Teach your child how to accessorize the environmental way!

Teach your little one to appreciate all the best things in life with a keepsake Thanksgiving plate.

Cultivating resilience is one of the most important ways we can overcome challenges and reach our goals. In this activity, children will explore the concept of resilience and then create a video to explain and teach resilience to others.

As Mother's Day approaches, everyone's grateful! Let your third grader assemble this special book with words from the whole family.

Your mom works hard, and a homemade present is the perfect way to show how much you appreciate her.

In this social emotional learning activity, you will help your child practice mindfulness of emotions, guiding them to create a word search to understand and explain feeling words.

Here's a great project to get your child on the right track towards writing well thought-out proposals.

Encourage your child to take a page from Bridget Riley and the op art movement, and see if she can create an optical illusion in her artwork.

What is mulch? Kids will provide soil with a wet blanket of mulch and see if that helps keep drought-stricken soil damp.

This gumbo recipe is a yummy way to celebrate Black History Month, and get a little practice in measurement.

Try a fun Mother's Day game for moms and kids to play together!

This science project teaches students about organic farming and the benefits and disadvantages of commercial plant food.

Why pay for expensive plates when you can paint original designs on your own dishes? This fun activity will bring out your kid's creative side.

Understanding how to make positive choices about where to put our money and time is a valuable lesson us all! Children strengthen their responsible decision-making skills by learning about consumerism and its effects on society and the environment.

This fragrant drawer sachet keeps clothes smelling sweet, and makes for the perfect gift.

This Santa Lucia crown is a beautiful craft for your child during the holiday season. Wear a Santa Lucia crown on St. Lucy's Day, December 13th.

In this activity, your child gets to peek behind the curtain of puzzle making as they create their very own "Spot the Differences" game!

Combine winter charm with DIY fashion to create this lovely piece of jewelry.

In this activity, your child will reflect on and write a story about a person who has embodied integrity and honesty in their life.

Find out whether optical mice are useful on all surfaces or if there are drawbacks to this supposedly superior solution to the traditional roller-ball mouse.