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.

First graders are learning to think like scientists. What better place to start, then by raising tadpoles? This hands-on activity explores science in action!

Free science fair project idea that examines the differences between cats and dogs. Analyze objective qualities rather than subjective ones.

Young scientists will investigate people's preferences for saltiness, and make some inferences about genetics and diet.

How do organic materials become soil? This science experiment measures what materials biodegrade.

Word color association is just a fancy way to talk about the way we connect colors with words.

Explore scientific concepts with this experiment that introduces kids to the scientific method!

In this activity, young learners will make a balance using a plastic hanger and weigh a variety of small objects using candy corn.

What's the best way to make DIY compost? Kids will learn about aerobic and anaerobic decomposition while learning to appreciate the value of composting.

These science fair experiments demonstrate the chemistry of rust and the oxidation process.

The objective of this science project is to determine the length of time for different seeds to germinate.

In this experiment, your child will create two compost bins and see if he can determine what attracts fruit flies.

In this project, learn about animal vision and different kinds of eyes: ocelli, compound eyes, and camera eyes. Find out what a jellyfish or grasshopper sees!

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

This experiment challenges students to forecast the weather based on the surrounding areas' weather.

In this 3rd grade science activity, you'll experiment with the little-known fourth state of matter: polymers! Mix borax with white glue and watch what happens.

Use simple items to create a kindergarten "grow box" that lets a kid see just how salad plants send down their roots and grow underground.

Plants and light seem to be good buddies, but how far does the friendship really go?

Test whether plants can grow without sunlight and water.

Do plants get crowded? Have your curious kid investigate how plants respond if they're forced to grow together in a confined space.

Hatch a praying mantis egg case in a homemade habitat with your child's help! This is an amazing experiment in science and nature for kids of any age.

Observe with your third grader what happens when food starts to decompose, and boost science skills simultaneously with this experiment!

This science project challenges students to study deer behavior in their natural habitat- the feeding patterns, social behaviors, male to female ratio, etc.

Ever wondered how a plant drinks water? This science project will teach you how and help you create a beautiful floral display!

This science fair project idea examines whether plants are still able to grow normally if they are turned upside-down.

Wiggly worms are known for staying buried in the soil, but how does that affect plants? Are earthworms and plant growth related?

This study evaluates if electronic devices commonly found in most households emit radiation, and if they do, how much?

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

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

This winter garden project is just about bomb-proof, and believe it or not, it might even make a great gift. So get craft happy with your first grader!