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.

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

This simple heat transfer experiment is a great introduction to the concepts of heat transfer and conduction.

Think you need a special dehydrator to make your own fruit leather? You can actually make a delicious version of this popular kid's snack in your own oven.

Work on measurement by sliding cards along a table with your second grader in this fun game. Use centimeters or inches, add up your totals, and see who's won!

This Christmas plate features your child's favorite holiday things through drawings. Make a Christmas plate with your child this holiday season.

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

This pumpkin dessert recipe tastes like pie but looks like a no-bake cookie.

Make this easy recipe for Halloween, featuring white chocolate and pretzels, for a crispy, creepy treat!

Want a fun way to teach your kid to tell time? Making a plate clock is a great way for him to learn how to tell time in a way he'll actually find exciting.

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!

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.

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!

Invite your second grader to help you measure and mix these fresh, cool concoctions!

Here is an activity that your kids can make for Mother's Day, a garden pot filled with edible "flowers".