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.

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.

Help your second grade scientist explore the timely topic of wind speed using a version of the classic Beaufort Scale.

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

Observe how your brain works while it is focused on one thing, and how it works while you are distracted by another thing.

Did you ever think you could make colors disappear right before your eyes? This science experiment is just like a magic trick: now you see it, now you don't!

Celebrate April Fools' Day with a science prank that is sure to amuse...and educate too!

Water can go from solid to liquid to gas...but how does popcorn go from kernel to snack? Invite your first grade scientist to find out.

Magic, science, or household cleanser? Let your second grader decide with this practical, nontoxic chemistry experiment with acids and bases.

What is elasticity? Students will investigate how this concept applies to bouncing ball physics by testing the bounces of balls made out of different materials.

How does rust form? Kids will learn about the roles oxygen, water, and electrons play in rust chemistry in this cool science fair project idea.

Make meringues with your first grader and see how states of matter can transform before your very eyes. Here's how:

In this physics project, learn about the relationship between light intensity and distance using a laser pointer, flashlight, and graph paper!

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'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.