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Before Twitter, birds were the ones tweeting, not humans. Have your child discover the magical sounds of nature while recording birds around his neighborhood!

Encourage a group of third graders to play this fun game of Whistle Hide-and-Seek as a warm-up to get them prepared for finding a "lost" camper.

examine how passive solar heating works, measure temperature in a parked car on a sunny day. ways to use passive solar heating as an alternative, energy

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!

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.

Your child grows a green thumb and flowers with this seed planting activity that also celebrates the 100th day of school!

Your child can help your family pet take a breather, and help herself relax, too, with this soothing activity.

Instead of the traditional egg hunt, try this creative variation that will result in a beautiful Easter garden.

It's a rare kid who doesn't like a sandbox. Next time you're out digging, build in some earth science, too.

Build a bird feeder science craft that brings birds to your yard, and a smile to the whole family's face.

Give some of your local ladybugs a warm place to stay for the winter by making a ladybug home with recycled materials.

Here's a fun activity that will have your child researching, collecting, and charting plant specimens from the neighborhood.

Science fair project examining barometric pressure, and how it can be used to predict the weather. How does atmospheric pressures relate to weather conditions?

In this experiment we will be determining whether birds prefer certain colors of seed.

Science fair project which examines the relationship between frequency of spider web vibration and spider's response time.

Help your child plant a âtea garden": a garden made of herbs for making teas.

Lead your first grader on a nature walk ... with a scavenger hunt-style twist! They'll try to capture photos that correspond to paint chip colors.

Grow potatoes in a plastic bag—easy to grow and harvest, and yummy to eat!

This science fair project investigates why the number of visible stars changes from place to place.

This project determines the age of a tree using a growth factor chart instead of cutting the tree down to count the rings in its base.

This science project has students collect wood samples and invent new uses for different types of wood based on its properties.

The objective of this science fair project is to study the photosynthesis process and demonstrate the important role that leaves play in the process.

The objective of this science fair project is to examine the basic principles of air pressure using simple materials like a balloon, straw and string.

In this outdoor science activity you'll find tips on how to create a nature journal by choosing a native plant or animal and tracking that species.

Here is a hands-on activity to help third graders understand the four points of a compass...and how we use them to get around.

This season is a great time to explore the many shapes, sizes, and species of evergreen trees. Download our "field guide" activity and learn more!

Check out this science project idea to compare organic produce to non-organic produce and how preservatives in food extend the shelf life of goods.

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

Combine the science of physics with the fun of playing spy. Your young detective can make his own tiny looking glass. It's simple to make!

Learn about different fern fronds with your third grader as you create lacy, natural decorations on your Easter eggs this year.