2nd - 5th Grade Measurement Activities : Page 4

In this science fair project, we'll use a liquid crystal thermometer to find out whether exercising makes a difference in people's temperature.

You've heard the expression "burn rubber" but do you know how heat affects rubber? Examine the impact of temperature on rubber in this fun science experiment.

What is the hydrologic cycle and how does it work? Check out this fun and easy science project where you will model and learn about Earth's water cycle!

Science fair project that examines how temperature affects density and how density in turn affects the behavior of helium gas.

How much does 100 weigh? Play this fun guessing game with your child to commemorate the 100th day of school.

This experiment examines whether storing your orange juice at different temperatures affects its acidity.

If it's Easter, it must be time for egg hunts. But we have to admit, most kids would rather take a bite out of a yummy cupcake than a hard-boiled egg.

During the Passover Seder, many Jewish families pour a cup of red wine for Elijah. This year, help your child create his own welcoming glass for Elijah.

Do plants breathe? Not exactly. They do respire though! This activity will help your child with see that plants are producing the oxygen we need to survive.

Make this delicious warm apple bread for Hanukkah.

Celebrate Dia de los Muertos by baking pan de muerto. In this 5th-6th grade activity, your child will explore another culture while learning about baking.

Instead of loading up on mayonnaise based potato salad, your child can whip up something healthier: German potato salad!

Got a kid who loves fashion? Help her develop her own unique style with this tie-dye project using natural dyes.

Here's a place mat your second grader can create, based on the classic frontier tradition of patchwork quilting.

If you're looking for a fun way to have your child gain practice pattern-making while working out fine motor skills, making Washi eggs is the perfect activity.

Dive into the world of cooking oil and smoke points to discover just how fast some oils start smoking.

This science fair project idea explores whether boiling and freezing water will have an effect on how much it weighs.

Have your child construct his own Christmas tree from construction paper while cutting, overlapping and measuring to create an adorable modern design.

This pumpkin dessert recipe tastes like pie but looks like a no-bake cookie.

This recipes is so easy your child gets to be master chef for this kitchen activity. He'll bake peanut butter banana oatmeal cookies that happen to be vegan!

Teach your young academic about counting and clocks with a tasty treat!

Hiding protein-rich quinoa and a variety of fresh vegetables, these meatballs are the perfect answer to kid food woes.

Invite your second grader to help you measure and mix these fresh, cool concoctions!

Turn any sunny summer day into a fun and special occasion by having a watermelon seed spitting contest!

Make this delectable custard, meringue, and graham cracker pie will give your fifth grader practice with measurement and get him interested in the kitchen.

This fall, bake some festive caramel apple cupcakes with your second grader and help her build her math skills while you're at it!

If you love the idea of handing out holiday tins of homemade cookies but you're not a baker, chocolate-covered apples are the perfect solution.

Pfeffernusse are spicy and sweet Christmas cookies from Germany. Make a batch of traditional pfeffernusse this holiday season.

Use this great no-bake recipe to save energy and keep cool.

Find out whether cast iron or regular teflon pans heat up faster and also retain their heat longer.