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In this physics project, learn about the relationship between light intensity and distance using a laser pointer, flashlight, and graph paper!

Take a look at forensic science with your child. She'll learn how to take a shoe impression, just like the detectives do!

Combine the science of physics with the fun of playing spy. Your young detective can make his own tiny looking glass. It's simple to make!

This science fair project demonstrates the principles of reflection through simple experiments involving mirrors and light.

Explore the chemistry of latex polymers with this outrageous, hilarious science activity.

What causes sound? Here's a simple science experiment that adds a visual element to the science of sound to help kids better understand this tricky concept.

Here's a fun math and science activity: help your child explore four different kinds of measurement, using their hand and a few simple household tools.

Your child will do a fun science experiment using soap and pepper flakes to help understand the concepts of water molecules and the surface tension of water.

A simple science experiment exploring the physics of water pressure that's been amazing people since Medieval times.

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

Help your fifth grader execute this experiment involving a lit candle (submerged in water!) to show him the wonders of heat energy transference.

This Mother's Day, mix in some fifth grade science learning to create this fabulous fudge!

This homemade barometer allows your little scientist to contemplate and compare different air and weather conditions.

Take to the air with science by experimenting with helicopter seeds right in your own backyard!

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

This science fair project creates a visual model of whatâs happening to sound waves as a car approaches and then leaves.

Has your child ever asked you how a submarine works? Here's a simple bathtub project that will make for a hands-on answer.

How to test for acids and bases? In this activity you and your child can make your own indicator from red cabbage!

Turn the common pastime of constructing paper airplanes into a lesson on the physics of aerodynamics and flight with this fun science activity.

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