1st - 4th Grade Physical Science Activities : Page 4

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

Using an empty tennis ball can and a swimming pool, you will determine if it's possible to have a conversation under water.

Your second grader will love this simple soda bottle race car activity. Make a ramp and customize your car for an entertaining way to learn scientific concepts.

Show your child that the simplest ingredients (salt and water) can be used to illustrate the concept of density!

I scream, you scream, we all scream for homemade spearmint ice cream!

First grade science often covers solids, liquids, and gases. This silly science explores serious facts about the difference between all three.

It's easier than you think to make homemade play dough -- just a few pantry staples makes a natural version of the toy that kids have loved for generations.

This is a fun way to introduce kids to the concept of volume, and give them a quick hands-on activity to boot.

Wondering how we know that air is there? Here's a quick and easy experiment that proves that air may be thin, but it's not too wimpy to block your shot!

Show your kids the power of baking powder by conducting a simple experiment. Make four batches of cornbread, all identical except for one thing: baking powder!

Bring the magic and mystery of the night sky to the light of day with this fun constellation art project!

Explore the scientific concept of capacity by seeing how many pennies you boat can hold before it sinks!

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

Here's a fun science experiment that's refreshingly tasty too! Turn regular water into a tasty treat perfect for consuming on a hot day.

Explore the chemistry of latex polymers with this outrageous, hilarious science activity.

What is it about a Slinky that causes it to walk down the steps? This simple experiment is a perfect illustration of both gravity and momentum.

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!

Introduce your child to science with something they see everyday--their shadow!

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

Put a twist on traditional oil painting with this fun science activity that you and your first grader can do together.

Your third grader will delight in learning about sound waves as he observes the different sounds created by tapping on glasses with varying amounts of water.

Stir up some enthusiasm for experimentation with this candy-cracking science experiment!

Teach your first grade scientist the difference between liquids and solids using maple syrup.

Household items and a bit of imagination will create a CSI kit for your child to have investigative adventures with. Explore the world of forensic science!

Has your child ever asked you how a submarine works? Here's a simple bathtub project that will make for a hands-on answer.

Here's a fun and simple activity to introduce your child to surface tension, and pull an awesome stunt in the process!

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

Ready for takeoff! Make science fun and teach about levers and fulcrums as your child sends buttons flying.

How do people move pianos and heavy furniture into tall buildings? Show your kids some pulley potential with this simple household exercise!