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Help your third grader learn time zones with this fun map activity!

In this project, you'll build a model of the earth, complete with all seven continents and four major oceans.

Here's an activity to help your child create her very own time capsule to unearth and open in one, five, or even ten years later!

Stories change as you retell them. The objective of this science fair project is to demonstrate how information gets interpreted, distorted and changed.

Science fair project that examines albedo, and how this information is applied in the design of cars, sportswear, and other items. Which colors reflect light?

Science fair project examining barometric pressure, and how it can be used to predict the weather. How does atmospheric pressures relate to weather conditions?

Science fair project that examines the behavior of water and gravel in creek beds and the formation of sedimentary rocks.

Make a DIY golf putter and design your own golf putting course in this 2nd-3rd grade arts and crafts/game activity.

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

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

This biodiversity project examines the biodiversity in your own backyard.

Children will learn why and how to compost as they help with the process of filling their compost, turning it, and observing the changes that occur.

With this activity, you'll create a family treasure...and reinforce social studies basics while you're at it!

What's the science behind those out-of-sight roots? Find out if you can trick roots into growing in different directions.

Help your child celebrate your family's Thanksgiving cook with this first grade arts and crafts activity: make a "handy" painted apron!

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.

Help your third grader make the Scoop 'N Catch--a great choice for a fun and inexpensive afternoon.

Before your next family getaway, make a set of picture/word vocabulary cards together. These cards will build your child's language and comprehension skills.

Here's a writing activity that helps young learners explore an ant's perspective...and practice writing, too!

This Thanksgiving table runner craft isn't just fun and festive, it also helps your child build muscles for hand strength, fine motor skills, and handwriting.

Yarn ornaments are a beautiful and crafty way to celebrate the holidays. Make a set of yarn ornaments with your child, then hang them on your Christmas tree.

The next time you've got a restless second grade earth scientist on your hands, use this experiment to demonstrate crystals and make a tasty treat, too!

Children have a naturally inquisitive mind. Foster their curiosity with a walk through an autumn field or park to answer age-old “why” questions. As you walk with your child, you can encourage them to ask questions.

Here are three healthy burger recipes your second grader can help you whip up for a summer barbecue!

Spiders don't go to grocery stores or fast food chains to get their food -- they set up traps and wait for their food to come to them!

Do you think heat can affect a plant's growth rate?

Introduce your child to the concept of the melting pot by decorating a patriotic 4th of July planter.

When you cut a flower to put into a vase, it'll eventually wilt, even with water and sunshine. But is there another scientific secret to keeping flowers fresh?

Do earthworms like moisture or darkness? Find out as we explore the relationship between earthworms and light.

Show your child how to write a diamante poem, which makes use of a simple structure and results in a diamond-shaped poem.