Preschoolers are fascinated by how colors can be mixed to form new ones. This activity combines color mixing with the concept of melting for extra science fun.

This very physical game gets math off the page and into the real world-- and it works on number sense and estimation, key skills for kindergarten readiness.

Here's a fun activity to help build thinking skills in young first grade scientists, and to encourage them to have a blast exploring the mass and volume.

In this activity, you child will learn about how heat changes food. On the next sunny day, head outdoors to make a treat in an outside oven! Here's how:

Learn how starch and carbohydrates interact with different solvents in this fun and easy packing peanut science fair project.

Learn how to make a paper snowflake with these simple instructions. Help your child learn how to make a paper snowflake with only paper and scissors.

From Canada's flag, to the Toronto Maple Leafs, to classic maple syrup cookies, the maple tree is very much a part of Canadian heritage.

This do-it-anywhere guessing game helps reinforce number concepts. And it's a blast to play.

Shamrock Stamps are a great way to celebrate St. Patrick's Day. Simple and symmetrical, this symbol of Irish culture is the perfect shape for prints.

The garden is the perfect place to practice math and science with preschoolers. Get digging (and counting, sorting, observing at the same time!)

Challenge your preschooler to a game of shape match-up--an entertaining way to boost her observational ability.

Here's a fun math and science activity: help your child explore four different kinds of measurement, using their hand and a few simple household tools.

Thousands of witches that come out to celebrate Halloween. Now, your child can make her very own self-standing witch.

Grow a garden with an environmentally-friendly twist by using plant scraps that usually get thrown away.

Make a bear cave for your child to play and explore, learning about bears and winter hibernation.

Dig up some dinos while promoting curiosity and sensory skills in this hands-on activity that will have your child searching for prehistoric treasure!

Why do plants wilt? Kids will learn to think critically about what environmental factors affect plants, and what plants need to survive.

This activity spotlights everyone's favorite reindeer, Rudolph, and preserves your child's handprints in his "antlers".

Encourage your child to compare and contrast a wide variety of autumn-themed items by weighing various objects and recording their findings.

These handmade Christmas treat cups are perfect for house parties, school celebrations, and holiday bake sales.

Get your child excited about measuring with this fun and easy household measurements activity.

Help your child learn science and math skills like sorting, sequencing, and ordering while taking a nature walk and collecting and collaging leaves.

These cute holly-shaped hair clips are a breeze to make for holiday celebrations. They make a great party activity, too!

Pumpkin carving party activities are great for a pre-Halloween party. Try pumpkin carving party activities, including jack-o'-lantern ideas and fall recipes.

Forget the measuring stick! This fun math activity uses a body part, your child's hand, as a ruler.

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

Invite your kindergartener to explore the bright new world of measurement by starting out with nonstandard (and tasty!) units, such as gummy bears or worms.

This experiment works due to a simple principle: plants need light. Build a shoebox maze and watch the plant work though the obstacle course, searching for sun.

Introduce the idea of measuring weight to your preschooler or kindergartener by making a fun and easy-to-use bungee scale to weigh household objects.

This measurement activity uses feet to compare objects, but not the ones found on rulers and measuring sticks...the feet on your child's own body!