1st - 4th Grade Measurement Activities : Page 2

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.

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.

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!

This science fair project looks one of the most important factors affecting seed germination: water. A fun and easy plant biology experiment for 3rd graders.

This homemade barometer allows your little scientist to contemplate and compare different air and weather conditions.

This cool science fair project teaches kids about temperature, density and buoyancy using balloons that float with normal air. No helium required!

Practice measurement using centimeters in this fun math race designed for your second grade student!

What keeps a an item cooler, polymer crystals or ice? Find out in this cool science experiment!

This measurement activity uses feet to compare objects, but not the ones found on rulers and measuring sticks...the feet on your child's own body!

These cute holly-shaped hair clips are a breeze to make for holiday celebrations. They make a great party activity, too!

For your budding first grade scientist, all you need is some simple, natural materials to create an amazing ant farm. Here's how to get started.

Help your first grade scientist learn about metamorphosis by observing the life cycle of some interesting creepy crawlies.

Pumpkin carving party activities are great for a pre-Halloween party. Try pumpkin carving party activities, including jack-o'-lantern ideas and fall recipes.

Help your child practice symmetry with this fun activity that will leave your child with a sweet symmetrical treat!

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.

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

In this insulation experiment, you'll learn which clothes keep you warm in the cold, and which make you shiver.

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

Time is an abstract concept that's difficult to grasp. But waiting for the turkey to come out of the oven on Thanksgiving is a concretely yummy experience.

Combine art, history and food with this unique project! Your child will make her own butters, and learn a little about Colonial history at the same time

Forget store-bought dyes this Easter: color your Easter eggs with natural dyes made with ingredients from your own kitchen in this 1st grade activity.