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!

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

This science fair project idea teaches how the gases and pollution in the air affect the earth's atmosphere temperature.

Kids will build a turtle habitat in order to observe the climate preferences of this cold-blooded reptile.

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

This science fair project looks one of the most important factors affecting seed germination: water. A fun and easy plant biology experiment for 3rd graders.

Here's a thought-provoking activity to make new vocabulary words "stick" in the mind of your young learner.

Add these fun chocolate Groundhog Day cupcakes to your holiday desert recipe repertoire! They're fun to make with your kids and a delicious winter snack.

If you love the idea of handing out holiday tins of homemade cookies but you're not a baker, chocolate-covered apples are the perfect solution.

Why doesn't the ocean freeze? Students answer this question by simulating the chemical composition and temperature of arctic waters in their own home.

This recipes is so easy your child gets to be master chef for this kitchen activity. He'll bake peanut butter banana oatmeal cookies that happen to be vegan!

This simple heat transfer experiment is a great introduction to the concepts of heat transfer and conduction.

Topped with roasted pumpkin, prosciutto, herbs, and feta, these pita pizzas are a healthy, seasonal alternative to your classic pie.

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

How does frost form? How fast does it form? Do this simple science project using a plastic glass, rock salt and some water to learn about deposition.

Here's a fun math and science activity: help your child explore four different kinds of measurement, using their hand and a few simple household tools.

Homemade Halloween treats make great party foods for an All Hallow's Eve get together. These four homemade Halloween treats are scary-good.

This fall, bake some festive caramel apple cupcakes with your second grader and help her build her math skills while you're at it!