2nd - 6th Grade Activities : Page 40

Learn about the effect of artificial light on plant growth versus natural sunlight and delve into some biology and botany concepts in this science project.

Practice math and social studies skills with this fun game based on the Battle of Lexington and Concord.

Here is a hands-on activity to help third graders understand the four points of a compass...and how we use them to get around.

Study the life cycle of the common blowfly as it relates to forensic investigation. Record the first time you see flies, maggots, and eggs.

This holiday season, don't forget the many delights of "cookie science"! Here's a confection we especially like.

The objective of this science fair project is to experiment with balancing everyday objects and observing the the effects of gravity on materials.

This Santa puppet brings a little extra cheer to your Christmas celebration. Make a Santa puppet with your child this holiday season.

Let your child's imagination run wild with this creative third grade arts and crafts activity: make a fanciful costume out of a cardboard box.

Help your fourth grade scientist practice measurement, and make a scrumptious, healthy summer cheesecake in the process!

In this activity, your child will learn how to make a drop spindle with a handy vegetable.

Science fair project which determines whether a person's taste in music is dictated by the key that the song is written in.

Bring a little Caribbean flavor and cultural knowledge to the table with this delicious conch salad, a local Bahamian dish.

This festive Christmas card project teaches kids how to make a sparkling magic fairy godmother or angel out of glitter and sequins.

In this classic Ivory soap experiment, kids learn what happens to different types of soap in the microwave, and why!

Teach your fifth grader the ancient Japanese art of origami with this incredible origami balloon that uses just one piece of paper!

Practice measurement using centimeters in this fun math race designed for your second grade student!

Can you increase the light and plant growth in your garden using mirrors? In this experiment, measure light reflection and find out!

This activity is a great starting point for practicing mental math because it is quick, easy and involves only simple addition facts.

Show your fifth grade scientist how to create a siphon using two buckets, plastic tubing, and water. Watch her astonishment as the water travels uphill!

Celebrate African heritage by making an African flag banner. This fun, culturally-inspired art project is perfect for Black History Month.

Sure, your kid may already be a Picasso with a paintbrush, but even fancy artists need a new challenge.

Help your high school revive some Renaissance history with art by making a silverpoint sketch. In this activity, make your own stylus and special paper.

In this activity you'll use coffee...to paint! It's a wonderful way to provide your child with a hands-on experience with natural dyes.

How well can people recall what they have observed. Test your knowledge in this fun experiment.

Create your very own adorable reindeer to keep you company throughout the holiday season.

With school, home, and activities in between, life can sometimes feel chaotic to kids. Help your child learn how to stop and relax with handmade peace rocks.

3-D Christmas tree cookies look impressive but are an easy holiday recipe that kids can make. These sugar cookies stand up on their own!

Quilling, a craft that has been around for centuries, is a beautiful way to create a unique card for Mother's Day, or any special occasion.

Science fair project which uses coins flips to visually demonstrate the probability of an event and how to express it.

What keeps a an item cooler, polymer crystals or ice? Find out in this cool science experiment!