5th Grade Earth and Space Science Resources : Page 2

Some fossils have been been preserved for billions of years! Help your kid understand how fossils are created and preserved with this crafty project.

Help your kindergarten science maven explore the water cycle without getting everything wet.

Grow borax crystals and get your child excited about Earth science with this crafty science experiment.

This simple experiment serves as an introduction to the greenhouse effect.

Are you looking for an out-of-this world activity that's both fun and educational? This solar system garland is a great way to introduce your child to astronomy.

Show your child how to construct a homemade thermometer. It's hands-on fun and a great way to learn about this important instrument!

In this cool project, create a lighted, scale model of the different layers of the Sun, including the core, radiation and convection zones, and photosphere.

Help your fifth grader trace your family's roots and interview all the living mothers to create a makeshift, 3-D family tree!

Science fair project examining barometric pressure, and how it can be used to predict the weather. How does atmospheric pressures relate to weather conditions?

All you need are pencils, paper and some scissors to get started on this easy and fun game to review astronomy information, or other types of study concepts.

In this plant habitats activity, children play the role of an ecologist and take surveys of different areas to discover the best habitat for dandelions.

In this activity, your child will make her own "quicksand" to better understand how a substance can be both fluid and solid at the same time.

There are hundreds of properties in rocks which you can describe, so get your geology goggles on and get ready to rock your child's science skills.

The rock cycle will come alive for your child when he uses broken crayons to create the three basic rock types.

This easy at-home experiment is a great way to "see" science.

In celebration of Earth Day, help your fifth grader write a poem from the Earth to its inhabitants.

April showers may bring May flowers, but your child can preserve the beauty of spring's bounty all year long with this simple craft project!

Is your child a nature nut with an eye for creative, green-friendly projects? Introduce them to this amazing DIY bird feeder!