Have you ever noticed the way a dropped stone makes a fun pattern in a pond or lake? What's the science behind these splashy occurrences?

In this science fair project, young children observe, record, and create collections of shapes in their world and increase their powers of observation.

In this science project, young children observe, record, and create collections of colors in their world and increase their powers of observation.

Children are imaginative story-builders. Create a shoebox habitat with your child to put those budding creative instincts to good use.

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

This project demonstrates the correspondence between the volume of water displaced by a submerged object and the volume of the object displacing it.

Study science with your first grader in this arts and crafts activity that models the reason why fall leaves change color with some paint and crayons.

Take a nature walk in your backyard or local park to find one object for every letter of the alphabet. Then put them together in this handy nature book.

Magic, science, or household cleanser? Let your second grader decide with this practical, nontoxic chemistry experiment with acids and bases.

What is a compound microscope? Kids find out by making one of their own in this cool science fair project.

Creating a home for a toad is an easy and fun project for kids. Here's how to make your very own toad abode.

Find out whether we can create motion in a dish and as a result, create a wonderful and colorful show.

This activity is a great way to stretch the boundaries of your child's imagination and build up important critical thinking skills.

This recipe makes bubbles that not only blow up nice and big, but do tricks and experiments! How do you do it? It's not a secret, it's science!

This science fair project enhances the understanding and awareness of energy use and explores the concept of energy efficient.

Teach your first grade scientist the difference between liquids and solids using maple syrup.

If your mom likes flowers, make her a sweet gift that she'll treasure with this fun craft, a pretty Pressed Flowers Card!

What's the quickest way to separate salt and pepper? Let static electricity do the work! Your child will be fascinated by this simple experiment.

Help your first grader explore the world of scientific measurement by "weighing" fruit with a "water scale"!

This science fair project idea researches how your choice of clothing affect how hot or cool you feel during the day.

This science fair project idea explores if the length of the string that an object is suspended on has an effect on how fast or slow it swings.

Help your own young scientist tackle the wonders of static electricity from the comfort of his own home!

In this fun activity, kids practice measurement and boost fine motor skills as they learn all about how fossils form and even make a few of their own!

Can you fool your eyes and your brain with an optical illusion? The purpose of this science fair project is to demonstrate various kinds of optical illusions.

What is surface tension? Kids will discover how water-skating insects use surface tension to keep from sinking by making a model water walker.

Children have a naturally inquisitive mind. Foster their curiosity with a walk through an autumn field or park to answer age-old “why” questions. As you walk with your child, you can encourage them to ask questions.

This science fair project idea investigates how the shape of an object affects drag.

Let your young scientist explore a brave new world of sound with an experiment that just requires a handful of common household items.

Your child will do a fun science experiment using soap and pepper flakes to help understand the concepts of water molecules and the surface tension of water.

This homemade parachute toy is incredibly easy to build. Plus, it gives kids an excuse to investigate and experiment...the backbone of kindergarten science.