1st - 7th Grade Physical Science Resources : Page 9

Chemistry isn't just incredible ... sometimes its edible! These crystal lollipops are a delicious introduction to chemistry concepts.

Using simple materials found around your home, you can reinforce the static electricity concept by helping your child build a simple device with zapping power!

How to test for acids and bases? In this activity you and your child can make your own indicator from red cabbage!

This experiment that explores water and air pressure will amaze your fifth grader as it appears that a single card is holding water in an upside-down glass.

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

Want to make Halloween truly eerie? Science to the rescue! These ghouly hands come alive with a little help from simple chemistry.

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

Engineers in training can get started with this simple wheel-and-axle construction activity.

Your child might have noticed how bubbles quickly lose their colors and pop. Check out this creative way to make those bubbles last longer.

Show your child how to concoct a simple duo of household ingredients that changes color as acids and bases are added!

Teach your child how butter is created by shaking up cream the old-fashioned way.

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

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!

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.

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

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

Make your own marshmallows and mix up some very interesting third grade chemistry lessons while you're at it!

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!

This balloon-powered car project is a great way for your kid to learn about energy and how it can be used efficiently.