Elementary School Measurement Activities : Page 2

This Pysanky egg-decorating activity is perfect for young artists. Bring a little color and creativity to any holiday with this traditional Ukrainian craft.

How does frost form? How fast does it form? Do this simple science project using a plastic glass, rock salt and some water to learn about deposition.

Kids will learn how to measure the viscosity of liquids by making their own homemade viscometer in this great science fair project idea.

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.

In this cool project, create a lighted, scale model of the different layers of the Sun, including the core, radiation and convection zones, and photosphere.

This science fair project idea explores whether factors such as temperature and concentration affect the pH of a solution.

The next time you've got a restless second grade earth scientist on your hands, use this experiment to demonstrate crystals and make a tasty treat, too!

Here is a fun middle school science project on factors affecting solubility. Learn how dissolved solids can "crash out" to form crystals when conditions change.

How do animals keep warm? In this experiment, find out whether fat insulation resists cold temperatures and learn how this works in the animal kingdom.

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

This fun activity encourages your child to develop their skills in not only taking measurements, but also in working with the measurements themselves.

Chlorine and chloramine are added to our tap water to kill harmful microorganisms. What is the best way to filter these disinfectants in your drinking water?

This science fair project idea teaches how the gases and pollution in the air affect the earth's atmosphere temperature.

Transform your kitchen table into a winter wonderland with a cookie and cocoa party that looks freshly dusted with snow.

How does salinity affect the point at which water freezes? Kids will find out by performing this cool melting ice experiment.

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

Science fair project which simulates the global conveyor belts on a small scale, and observes the effects of wind, density and temperature on water movement.

Learn how to make a hygrometer to measure relative humidity in this project. Make a sling psychrometer hygrometer with gauze, thermometers, and a bottle.

Help your curious kid cut through the clutter and collect the facts with a simple and fun science foldable.

A food groups plate shows your child what category her foods belong in. Make a food groups plate with your child before dinnertime.

Making decorative pottery is a great way to experiment with making patterns and texture on a traditionally smooth surface.

In this activity, have your second grader practice measuring by finding the height, weight, and length of their most treasured toy!

Your third grader will be amazed at the explosive combination of vinegar and baking soda in these chocolate volcano cupcakes with white chocolate "lava."

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

The objective of this science fair project is to examine the effects of temperature on salt and water solutions, as they form crystals over time.

Get back into school with this exciting architecture exploration! In this craft activity your child will research, draw, and build his own school.

Have your child observe, measure and record the amount of space objects occupy, and you'll have an inside space explorer on your hands in no time!

Homemade Halloween treats make great party foods for an All Hallow's Eve get together. These four homemade Halloween treats are scary-good.

Making candles from old candles is easy. Recycle old candle stubs to make a "new" candle, and teach your child about recycling at the same time!

Based on the concept of water's "freezing point," this activity entails the lowering of water's freezing point to chill ice cream!