2nd and 3rd Grade Earth and Space Science Resources : Page 7

This Valentine's Day, pair up science and crafting with this simple crystal formation project that's sure to bring a little love into your home.

Your child will create her own falling snowflakes using white paper and glue them over a tree, so it appears as if they are falling from the sky.

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

Help your second grader observe the phases of the moon, and then let the fun loose: he'll get to chart his observations with marshmallows!

Combine your child's natural curiosity with his developing classification and writing skills by helping him create a backyard field guide.

Before Twitter, birds were the ones tweeting, not humans. Have your child discover the magical sounds of nature while recording birds around his neighborhood!

This clay "painting" activity encourages and supports creative development and critical thinking skills.

Create a brush pile to help wintering wildlife stay warm and cozy through the winter.

This season is a great time to explore the many shapes, sizes, and species of evergreen trees. Download our "field guide" activity and learn more!

Want to spark your third grader's interest in gardening? Help him make popsicle stick fairies to decorate an enchanting garden oasis.

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!

Encourage local wildlife to settle down in your backyard with this adorable bird nest craft.

Help your child understand the scientific concept of evaporation with this fun outdoor science activity.

In this activity, your child will learn about a style of gardening that uses moss, also called "kokedama."

Jazz up your patio or backyard with hip and quirky planters made from simple Mason jars.

Make all-natural dye from vegetables to create gorgeous homemade play-silks!