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.

Show your child that the simplest ingredients (salt and water) can be used to illustrate the concept of density!

This science fair project idea produces varying pitches of sound.

Have your child build his own mini waterfall, and help him develop his planning, problem solving, and architectural skills.

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

Take this "paper plate snack test" with your child for a hands-on lesson in making healthier choices to teach your child about what's in his food.

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

Think you can blow up a balloon without using your mouth? This isn't just a cool trick, it's also a great way to introduce chemistry and biology concepts.

Delight your budding scientist with this cool physics magic trick and teach her some basic physics concepts while you're at it!

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

Hone your child's skills of observation and take a look at forensic science for an interesting afternoon of exploration and detective work!

Make your own helicopter using a paper clip and a sheet of paper. Hold the spinner up in the air, let it go, and watch it spin gracefully to the ground.

Give your child an introduction to food preservation by making and canning your own yummy, homemade pasta sauce!

Try this chemistry experiment with your curious kid and get some "shocking" results!

Ready for takeoff! Make science fun and teach about levers and fulcrums as your child sends buttons flying.

Before your treat your child (and yourself!) to a yummy snack, help her learn a little about Sir Isaac Newton's First Law of Motion!

Household items and a bit of imagination will create a CSI kit for your child to have investigative adventures with. Explore the world of forensic science!

How sensitive is your skin? Here's a fourth grade science experiment that lets your child figure it out.

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

This surprisingly good glue recipe comes from common kitchen items.

How does a kazoo, the strings of a guitar, or the speaker of a radio make sound? The purpose of this science fair project is to show how vibration makes sound.

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.