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Observe how your brain works while it is focused on one thing, and how it works while you are distracted by another thing.

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

Put your second grade scientist to work this Fourth of July with our colorful "liquid fireworks" project!

Wool can absorb 1/3 of its weight in water, while still keeping the body warm. She can test this theory by performing a scientific sock comparison!

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

Show your kids the power of baking powder by conducting a simple experiment. Make four batches of cornbread, all identical except for one thing: baking powder!

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

Looking for an enjoyable evening activity you can do with your kids? Study the stars: help them learn about constellations by making one of their own.

In this 3rd grade science activity, you'll experiment with the little-known fourth state of matter: polymers! Mix borax with white glue and watch what happens.

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!

Air invisible; it doesn't make sounds; you can't pick it up and throw it. So how do we know it exists? Help your second grade scientist figure it out.

Your second grader will love this simple soda bottle race car activity. Make a ramp and customize your car for an entertaining way to learn scientific concepts.

Magic, science, or household cleanser? Let your second grader decide with this practical, nontoxic chemistry experiment with acids and bases.

Help your fifth grader execute this experiment involving a lit candle (submerged in water!) to show him the wonders of heat energy transference.

Your third grader will delight in learning about sound waves as he observes the different sounds created by tapping on glasses with varying amounts of water.

Introduce your second grader to the crazy world of static electricity with just a balloon and a sheet of paper.

If your science savy third grader is up for a challenge, let her bend light with a casserole dish!

Here's an interesting activity that will enable your child to make his own magnifier out of a drop of water

In this sound experiment children listen for differences as they tap on a bag of air, a bag of water, and a wooden block held up to their ears.

Help your curious third grader construct a dazzling spinning wheel that will teach him about the science behind colors while providing some silly entertainment!

When you see those sunscreen "protection levels," what does that really mean? Try this experiment to find out.

This classic children's game-connecting two cups with a string-demonstrates sound's ability to travel through air vs through a solid.

This surprisingly good glue recipe comes from common kitchen items.

This homemade barometer allows your little scientist to contemplate and compare different air and weather conditions.

This science fair project idea explores whether talking to a plant will help it grow.

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

This classic children's game demonstrates how sound travels through air vs. through a solid.

Get your sense of humor ready for this fun science experiment that demonstrates the fundamental physics of air pressure.

Using an empty tennis ball can and a swimming pool, you will determine if it's possible to have a conversation under water.

Is it solid or liquid? Create oobleck and witness the amazingly weird oscillation between the two!