Kindergarten - 2nd Grade Physical Science Activities : Page 3

First grade science often covers solids, liquids, and gases. This silly science explores serious facts about the difference between all three.

What's cooler than an explosion? Not much! This simple science experiment lets kids build their own pop rocket. So put on your safety goggles and let her rip.

Play this flashlight game with your child to teach him about objects that are transparent, translucent, and opaque.

Wool can absorb 1/3 of its weight in water, while still keeping the body warm. She can test this theory by performing a scientific sock comparison!

Here's a fun science experiment that's refreshingly tasty too! Turn regular water into a tasty treat perfect for consuming on a hot day.

Help your child understand the scientific concept of evaporation with this fun outdoor science activity.

Water can go from solid to liquid to gas...but how does popcorn go from kernel to snack? Invite your first grade scientist to find out.

Help your second grade scientist explore the timely topic of wind speed using a version of the classic Beaufort Scale.

This science exploration lets your first grader see how eggs can provide a perfect environment for a living, growing creature.

Air invisible; it doesn't make sounds; you can't pick it up and throw it. So how do we know it exists? Help your second grade scientist figure it out.

In this activity, young learners will make a balance using a plastic hanger and weigh a variety of small objects using candy corn.

Introduce your child to the wonders of colorful chemistry with this simple food coloring project.

Engineers in training can get started with this simple wheel-and-axle construction activity.

Your child might have noticed how bubbles quickly lose their colors and pop. Check out this creative way to make those bubbles last longer.

Your 1st grade scientist will improve her observation skills as she's encouraged to eat healthy by comparing the dry and fresh fruit in this experiment.

This activity is a fun way to "go fishing" with your preschooler, while learning about the concepts of freezing and melting.

Blanket forts are a kid classic! Let your child create a âfortress of solitudeâ on his own for reading, telling scary stories or for cozy cocooning.

Make meringues with your first grader and see how states of matter can transform before your very eyes. Here's how: