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Give your fourth grader a head start in poetry with a simile writing activity that guides him in crafting a cute poem about the beloved family pet.

Get creative with this engaging activity where kids are asked to create their own pumpkin person and tap into their creative writing skills! Include all family members by having them create their very own pumpkin people.

In this project, you'll build a model of the earth, complete with all seven continents and four major oceans.

I scream, you scream, we all scream for homemade spearmint ice cream!

This taste buds science experiment demonstrates how strongly our sense of smell controls what we taste.

In this activity, have your second grader practice measuring by finding the height, weight, and length of their most treasured toy!

In this science fair project, students create their own miniature salt flats at home.

Make counting coins make "cents" to your second grader while giving her the chance to practice her math skills by playing this fun game with her.

Introduce your fourth grader to the concepts of solstices by observing the length of her shadow on the shortest day of the year, compared to other solstices.

Help your child get to know the least-appreciated of the five senses, the sense of smell, with a smelling station.

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

Ever wonder how those kooky kazoos work? Get to know the science behind this silly instrument by making your very own kazoo!

This project investigates the affect of storage temperature on microwave popcorn.

This study evaluates if electronic devices commonly found in most households emit radiation, and if they do, how much?

How greasy are your potato chips? Students will use a reliable method to quantify greasiness and compare different brands in this great science fair project.

In this fun math activity, second graders will learn to estimate items in a jar! 

Did you know your body is full of simple machines? This project looks at one of the third-class levers in the human body: your arm!

Turn a real-life hero into a folklore hero. Your child can write a tall tale that makes a Davy Crockett or John Henry out of someone they personally know.

This game is a great way to help your child remember the names of shapes. Give it a go and before you know it, your kid will have all her shapes down pat.

Did you know that witches are a very popular Halloween costume? This October the 31st, your child will learn how to create their very own decorative witch hat.

When it comes to money it isnât enough to know how much one coin or bill is worth. Make it all come together for your kid with this shopping activity.

Did you know a mouse eats almost fifty times as much as a cow? Find out how and test out the strange science with your friends!

Wondering how we know that air is there? Here's a quick and easy experiment that proves that air may be thin, but it's not too wimpy to block your shot!

Does your child know all the greatest kid-friendly places in town? Here's an activity that lets them create a cool city guide and work their writing chops, too!

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

Create a graph based on the interests of family member's to see who has what in common. Your child will practice her math skills and get to know the family!

Did you know cooking supports your child in learning complex math skills? Reinforce your child's measurement and problem solving skills by whipping up some healthy sweet potatoes for a dinner side dish!

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.

This science project teaches young students about germs, bacteria, and the importance of washing their hands. Students will test what is the best way to wash.

What causes dilated pupils? Young scientists will find out by applying what they already know about changes in pupil size and making models of the pupil.