This classic children's game-connecting two cups with a string-demonstrates sound's ability to travel through air vs through a solid.

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.

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!

This science fair project idea produces varying pitches of sound.

Blanket forts are a kid classic! Let your child create a âfortress of solitudeâ on his own for reading, telling scary stories or for cozy cocooning.

When you see those sunscreen "protection levels," what does that really mean? Try this experiment to find out.

Discover whether different amounts of water added into a wine glass will produce a different pitch when their fingers are rubbed along the rim.

Here's a fun activity that will introduce your fourth grader to the concept of frictionless motion by constructing a hovercraft.

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.

An home science experiment for older students that teaches about the science behind heat.

How do we know that air exists when we can't see it, taste it, or touch it? Here's a classic experiment that will teach your kid some basics of aerodynamics!

This taste buds science experiment demonstrates how strongly our sense of smell controls what we taste.

Introduce your child to the amazing, almost magical phenomenon of static electricity!

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.

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

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

Take to the air with science by experimenting with helicopter seeds right in your own backyard!

In this Halloween-themed activity, young learners will find out what happens when they mix two household items together to create a surprising chemical reaction.

On the next chilly, winter day, invite your fifth grader to make a hand warmer by experimenting with the loaded combination of a few natural ingredients.

Help your fifth grader execute this experiment involving a lit candle (submerged in water!) to show him the wonders of heat energy transference.

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

Combine the science of physics with the fun of playing spy. Your young detective can make his own tiny looking glass. It's simple to make!

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