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This first grade science activity is great for winter! Your child will grow and observe her own amaryllis bulb, keeping a journal of her scientific findings.

Grow a garden with an environmentally-friendly twist by using plant scraps that usually get thrown away.

A food groups plate shows your child what category her foods belong in. Make a food groups plate with your child before dinnertime.

Learn how starch and carbohydrates interact with different solvents in this fun and easy packing peanut science fair project.

Learn how to make a paper snowflake with these simple instructions. Help your child learn how to make a paper snowflake with only paper and scissors.

This experiment works due to a simple principle: plants need light. Build a shoebox maze and watch the plant work though the obstacle course, searching for sun.

For your budding first grade scientist, all you need is some simple, natural materials to create an amazing ant farm. Here's how to get started.

These cute holly-shaped hair clips are a breeze to make for holiday celebrations. They make a great party activity, too!

Pumpkin carving party activities are great for a pre-Halloween party. Try pumpkin carving party activities, including jack-o'-lantern ideas and fall recipes.

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.