4th Grade Activities : Page 8

Science fair project that examines how to grow bacteria in a controlled setting, using simple materials from around the home.

Teach children how to upcycle dried-out markers with this homemade paint-making activity!

This science fair project on testing water hardness is a great introduction to practical chemistry. Test and learn the difference between hard and soft water.

Make some easy homemade yogurt with your young scientist, and see what a few 'live' bacteria can do in the right conditions!

This family project is a fun way to teach your child about her heritage and practice her geography.

Show your fourth grader how to use sequins to create a gorgeous, gold-plated Easter egg.

Observe corn seed germination to learn about dicots and monocots and how plants grow from seeds to seedlings to full-grown plants!

This science fair project idea explores substances that cause a bubble to last longer.

Introduce your fourth or fifth grader to volume by having him build rectangular prisms, and then count each sugar cube to check his volume calculations.

Let your fifth grader use his wits to challenge friends to complete their labyrinthine book of mazes!

The purpose of this science fair project is to determine which conditions and materials quicken the composting process to make the best compost.

Cool down this summer and stay active, too, with a wet clothes relay! 

This fun calculator exercise will take the mystery away from the machine, and familiarize your child with the functions of a calculator.

Here's an activity that lets your third grader, fourth grader, or fifth grader bring the warmth and light of lanterns into your home by making his own.

Get kids excited about gathering their school supplies by teaching them how to make their own writing supplies!

This science fair project idea explores the different properties of matter.

The goal of this science fair project is to analyze differences between the taste and texture of frozen and fresh food.

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

Test your learner's knowledge of Barack Obama by challenging your child to complete a crossword puzzle about the President after reading a short biography.

Here's a great activity to get your child using imagination and artistic skills to create a handmade vocabulary book, complete with illustrations!

Civil War soldiers didn't take their wives with them to the battlefield, but they took along a piece of home: little sewing kits called "housewives".

Science fair project that determines whether cooling eggs helps them be peeled more easily. Compare the time it took to peel each egg.

Children will deepen their understanding of global citizenship and create a collage that illustrates all of the ways many communities are connected.

Try to pop other opponents balloons while trying to protect your own. This exciting game is sure to be a hit with the kids at your next party!

Give your child some simple craft supplies and see what happens in this heartwarming and artistic contribution to the Seder table this year.

In this activity, work with your child to build a chain of strengths, highlighting their individual strengths and unique abilities.

Looking for way to help Japan? Start by making paper cranes! Learn how you and your child can show your support for Japan through the art of origami.

Make an initiation shield like the ones from the Kikuyu tribe in Africa for an art project.

See how to write a love song simply in this kid-focused tutorial. Learn how to write a love song for Valentine's Day and beyond.

Do different types of oil mix or stack? Find out in this science fair project idea!