There are many benefits to bugs and insects. This science project shows how cockroaches, termites, and other critters benefit our planet.

This project can help prepare your child for a trip to the tide pools, or give him a way to remember some of the many creatures he saw during his visit.

Dinosaurs were huge creatures that left behind huge footprints that lasted for millions of years. In this science fair project, kids learn how dinosaur tracks were left behind!

This science fair project idea compares biodiversity between drops of water.

Make edible amber fossils with your second grader to explore the fascinating world of science!

Use dirt and different colors of craft sand to make unique layers in a clear plastic cup to represent the layers of the Earth.

Teach your creative second grader about proportions, animals, and proper cutting methods with cucumber carving.

What's the best way to make DIY compost? Kids will learn about aerobic and anaerobic decomposition while learning to appreciate the value of composting.

This science project lets students explore the number of spots on a ladybird and how to treat ladybugs with respect.

Help your first grade scientist learn about metamorphosis by observing the life cycle of some interesting creepy crawlies.

Inspire your child to learn about an amazing animal as she creates her very own polar bear habitat.

This craft is a great way to explore the fascinating world of spiders and their webs as you collect spider webs from around your house with your third grader.

What better way to nurture your child's imagination than by making a fairy house out of materials found in nature!

This experiment has students record rat behavior to learn about the benefits of rats and research rat myths throughout history.

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

Here's a simple craft activity that can help your youngster better visualize the life cycle of a frog as a circle.

Show your preschooler how to make a print of a butterfly using her hand as a tool--a great way to stimulate her sense of touch.

Combine your child's natural curiosity with his developing classification and writing skills by helping him create a backyard field guide.

Recycling may be a confusing concept for your little one, so take the time to teach them the magic of compost - right in your own backyard!

This science experiment has students test whether a snail moves faster on concrete or dirt.

Want to spark your third grader's interest in gardening? Help him make popsicle stick fairies to decorate an enchanting garden oasis.

Do earthworms like moisture or darkness? Find out as we explore the relationship between earthworms and light.

With some cookie dough and ordinary household objects, let your kindergartener explore how fossil imprints are made.

This activity works well with a group or just with a parent and child, and it can make a great party game since it's both fun and inexpensive.

In this activity, children will let their imagination run wild as they design and build a new planet in the solar system.

Has your child ever asked you how a submarine works? Here's a simple bathtub project that will make for a hands-on answer.

Help your first grader design and create his very own bird feeder out of an empty milk carton.

When critters protect themselves by taking on the patterns of nature, it's called "camouflage." Play this camouflage matching game with your child!

This science fair project idea explores whether talking to a plant will help it grow.

In this project, create and examine garden mulch to find out what critters live in the messy, muddy layers just above the soil.