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Has your kid noticed how much bigger the moon looks when it's low in the sky? Here's an activity you can do to show them that it's just an optical illusion.

Learn to solve a crime scene investigation using an important forensics tool: oblique lighting.

This fun, think-outside-the-box activity introduces kids to gravity and other basic scientific concepts as they construct an impressive marble run!

Chemistry is a blast with this backyard bomb made from a sandwich bag. All you need are ingredients from the pantry to create a satisfying, and safe, explosion.

How does a kazoo, the strings of a guitar, or the speaker of a radio make sound? The purpose of this science fair project is to show how vibration makes sound.

Here's an experiment that will have your child experimenting with cake ingredients to learn about the chemical reactions that happen when a cake's in the oven.

This balloon-powered car project is a great way for your kid to learn about energy and how it can be used efficiently.

This science fair project creates a visual model of whatâs happening to sound waves as a car approaches and then leaves.

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.

The goal of this science fair project is to assess the acidity levels of common food and household products using pH test strips.

Chemistry isn't just incredible ... sometimes its edible! These crystal lollipops are a delicious introduction to chemistry concepts.

Take a look at forensic science with your child. She'll learn how to take a shoe impression, just like the detectives do!

How sensitive is your skin? Here's a fourth grade science experiment that lets your child figure it out.

Making your own glass cleaner is easy, effective and inexpensive!

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

Every time a sound is produced it emits a sound wave. This experiment demonstrates how sound travels, using nothing more than a spoon and a string!

Experiment with buoyancy to learn how a submarine rises and sinks in this classic science experiment.

Take this "paper plate snack test" with your child for a hands-on lesson in making healthier choices to teach your child about what's in his food.

This trick uses vertical and horizontal forces to help your child to push apart your hands apart, no matter how hard you try to keep them together!

This is a fun way to introduce kids to the concept of volume, and give them a quick hands-on activity to boot.

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

Would your child like to learn about a hidden world? All she needs to do is open her box of markers!

Bring the magic and mystery of the night sky to the light of day with this fun constellation art project!

Introduce your child to science with something they see everyday--their shadow!

Looking for an enjoyable evening activity you can do with your kids? Study the stars: help them learn about constellations by making one of their own.

Before digital cameras, before Polaroids, there was the original pinhole camera. Build a pinhole camera and see what true vintage photography looks like!

Help your child experiment with the combination of acid and baking soda by making these homemade bath bombs!

Show your teen how to make her own beeswax lip balm. It's one of the simplest do-it-yourself activities, and it's fun to make!

Make stunning pendulum waves and learn the math behind the patterns generated with this cool and easy science project.

Make your own marshmallows and mix up some very interesting third grade chemistry lessons while you're at it!