Children learn the six parts of a plant...but do they really understand? Try this plant-themed meal plan to bring school science into the home.

Science fair project that identifies the differences between soils from different environments and attempts to figure out why those differences exist.

Have you ever wondered how many numbers most people can memorize? Test your friends to find out!

Learn how to demagnetize a magnet and how physics can explain this phenomenon with this enlightening science fair project.

This science fair project focuses on a polymer called hydrogel super absorbent crystal which absorbs water, swelling to many times its original size.

The goal of this project is to create an exciting topographical map out of dough.

Bring the fun of gardening indoors! By stuffing a simple pair of pantyhose with a few grass seeds on top, your child can grow her very own plant pet.

What is a compound microscope? Kids find out by making one of their own in this cool science fair project.

Slip some science into storm watching with a homemade rain gauge!

Crayons aren't just good for creating colorful masterpieces -- they're also great for science!

Lead your first grader on a nature walk ... with a scavenger hunt-style twist! They'll try to capture photos that correspond to paint chip colors.

Grow potatoes in a plastic bag—easy to grow and harvest, and yummy to eat!

Science fair project that examines the different types of precipitation, evaluates the density of snow and calculates the ratio of snow-to-liquid.

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

This weather spinner will improve observation skills by encouraging children to examine and track weather details and patterns.

Build a 3d animal cell model with this cool science fair project, which helps kids visualize and understand the function of a cell's parts and organelles.

Help your kid feel like a superhero with this safe and fun science experiment that creates an electrical charge that's like a mini lightning bolt!

Combine science with reading and art to help your first grader create an attractive holiday gift for a beloved friend or relative.

Kids will make predictions about cricket behavior by conducting this fun and easy experiment which simulates different environments for crickets.

With this science fair idea, little scientists will gain valuable insights into the physics behind throwing a baseball.

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

This science fair project idea explores plant growth from a bulb, root, and a stem and investigates asexual plant reproduction.

This science fair project investigates whether tapping the top or the side of the can will stop a vigorously-shaken can of soda from exploding.

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!

This season is a great time to explore the many shapes, sizes, and species of evergreen trees. Download our "field guide" activity and learn more!

Explore solids and liquids with your young scientist by making gluep, a goopy substance that can behave like both a solid and a liquid!

This science fair project idea investigates the ability of different whitening toothpastes to whiten teeth.

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

Blend science and math to explore a very important first grade social studies question: does our planet contain more land or more water?

Learn how to make a food pyramid with animals in a a coniferous forest ecosystem around your home.