1st - 4th Grade Science Resources : Page 28

Magnets vary in strength. Have your young scientist figure out which kind of magnet is the strongest when you have him conduct this attractive experiment.

You don't need to wait for rain to see a rainbow. Make one yourself, and teach your child about light and weather in the process.

This science fair project on testing water hardness is a great introduction to practical chemistry. Test and learn the difference between hard and soft water.

Check out this cool science fair project idea that models the behavior of the cold desert plants: xerophytes and halophytes.

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.

Find the North Star, and measure your latitude! The purpose of this science fair project is to find latitude and learn about geographic locations.

What is persistence of vision? With this hands-on science fair project idea, students will demonstrate this cool and dramatic phenomenon in their own classroom.

This science fair project investigates why the number of visible stars changes from place to place.

How do animals keep warm? In this experiment, find out whether fat insulation resists cold temperatures and learn how this works in the animal kingdom.

Are you ready to be a detective for science? Then get out your magnifying glass and start studying fingerprints!

In this activity, your child will be challenged to build a tall tower out of building bricks! The instructions include questions prompts to guide students through the design challenge.

This clay "painting" activity encourages and supports creative development and critical thinking skills.

Science fair project that examines how to grow bacteria in a controlled setting, using simple materials from around the home.

Have your child build his own mini waterfall, and help him develop his planning, problem solving, and architectural skills.

Put those fall leaves to use with this fun art activity. Kids paint and print leaves, to make a beautiful tablecloth, perfect for your next fall celebration.

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

This surprisingly good glue recipe comes from common kitchen items.

Did you even wonder why some rocks are round and smooth while others are broken up into small pieces?

This first grade science activity brings the green grass of early spring inside while teaching your child about the cycles of growth.

Try this chemistry experiment with your curious kid and get some "shocking" results!

This science fair project idea demonstrates that plants give off water.

This science project encourages students to investigate the Mozart Effect, the idea that classical music promotes learning.

Help your child experiment with the combination of acid and baking soda by making these homemade bath bombs!

Can you increase the light and plant growth in your garden using mirrors? In this experiment, measure light reflection and find out!