2nd and 3rd Grade Common Core Science Worksheets : Page 3

Ancient mariners mistook the manatee for a mermaid! Your young biologist won't make the same mistake after learning about the manatee with this worksheet.

Just like all plants and animals, you go through different stages in life too! Help your child to see how he will change and grow throughout his life.

This computer-free activity teaches how to type ending punctuation marks using correct finger placement.

What's the difference between renewable and non-renewable energy? Help your student discover the various forms of energy we use each day.

Both of these animals have big ears! Your child will look at the pictures of unusual animals in this worksheet and try to learn some new things about them.

Without rain, we wouldn't have any puddles to splash and stomp in. Does your third grader know why and how rain falls from the clouds?

Did you know that baby turtles are born all alone on the beach? Learn about the life cycle of a turtle with this life science worksheet.

Get outside and take a stroll! This leaf guide will give your little one a great learning experience the next time you're out at the park.

These pictures have a lot to say! The animals in this worksheet don't talkÃbut they can tell you a lot about what they're like by the way they look.

How much do you know about our solar system's planets? Kids learn facts about Neptune in an out-of-this-world worksheet.

Young astronomers unscramble words to reveal the heavens in this fun space science worksheet.

Did you know that light could bounce? Set up a light obstacle course with a few mirrors and watch light bounce around your room.

All kids love animals, but how much does your child know about them? Kids will get to learn some animal vocabulary with this wild crossword puzzle.

These "Dig It!" worksheets not only teach about life on earth, they teach the scientific method as well.

Hop this way for some marsupial madness! Your child can learn about the life cycle of a kangaroo, and how marsupials differ from mammals.

Children learn why the light from the sun seems white to us, why we see objects in color, and why the sky is blue in this beautiful and fascinating worksheet.

Educate your budding scientist about fossil fuels with this worksheet about non-renewable energy.

Challenge your science student to record a shadow over the course of a day and make the connection between shadows and the time of day.

This fun cut and paste sheet teaches kids about the process an apple tree goes through as it grows.

Renewable energy is extremely important for the Earth's future! Test your child's knowledge of renewable resources with this review sheet.

Did you know that trees have more parts than just the trunk, branches and leaves? Take a look on the inside of a tree with this fill-in-the-blank diagram!

What is water energy? Also known as hydro power, water energy is one of our important renewable resources!

Learn some new words and facts about precious minerals with this word-scramble and matching worksheet.

Did you know that one of the main ingredients of a perfect pearl is dust? Learn all about the bizarre process behind every pearl with this science worksheet.

Help your child learn about facts and opinions in this animal-themed worksheet! Students will read sentences and decide whether they express facts or opinions.

Is air a natural resource? You bet! Air as a resource carries oxygen, which we need. Read and write about ways air quality can be affected.

Mmmm honey is delicious, but do you know how it's made? Take a dip into some sweet knowledge and find out the buzzy secrets behind honey.

Learn all about light refraction by simply placing your pencil in a glass of water. Warning: your pencil may not be quiet the same afterward.

Searching for a worksheet that will help your child practice their reading skills? This printable uses life science as a background to help young readers.

How can you tell how old a tree is? Look no further! This worksheet gives a basic overview of tree rings for your little scientist.