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

Kids will conduct a cool limewater carbon dioxide test that can be performed with common household materials to learn about the chemistry of this common gas.

Celebrate April Fools' Day with a science prank that is sure to amuse...and educate too!

Try the classic balloon-on-the-wall trick with your kid and watch static electricity in action.

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.

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

Amaze your kids by separating a salt and pepper mixture using an "electric spoon" charged with wool.

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

This trick uses vertical and horizontal forces to help your child to push apart your hands apart, no matter how hard you try to keep them together!

An hour glass, also known as a sand clock, keeps time. In this activity, your child will make her own sand clock and measure the time it keeps.

Set your young chemist up for an afternoon of science-fueled magic with a deceptively simple activity starring baking soda and vinegar!

How does rust form? Kids will learn about the roles oxygen, water, and electrons play in rust chemistry in this cool science fair project idea.

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!

Engineers in training can get started with this simple wheel-and-axle construction activity.

Give your budding young observers a chance to discover simple machines at use in their own home.

This 4th of July, explore fourth grade science and make some safe fireworks in your own backyard using soda pop!

Introduce your child to the world of motion and physics with a bit of marble play inspired by Sir Isaac Newton!