2nd and 3rd Grade Earth Day Science Activities

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.

Make edible amber fossils with your second grader to explore the fascinating world of science!

Create a mini plant habitat with your kid to help teach him what it takes to make an ecosystem work.

Learners hypothesize about and experiment with soil erosion in this hands-on activity.

Introduce your child to the importance of preserving the world's biodiversity by turning a lesson on endangered species into a fun game for the whole family.

Learn about nature by making your own mini moss garden.

Here's a pressed leaf card project that puts science and writing together for your second grader.

Is your little scientist up for a rocky challenge? Let them make their own geode rocks using eggs and epsom salts!

Does your child always demand to know why the sky is blue, how the sun moves across the sky, or where wind comes from?

Your child can use leaves and grass to create his own outdoor art in celebration of Earth Day...all he needs are is the great outdoors and some creativity!