2nd - 8th Grade Science Activities : Page 26

In this experiment, students will discover how heat and pressure turn clay into slate, phyllite, and finally schist.

This fun science fair project idea helps students learn how acid rains are formed and explore how acid rain damages the environment.

In this experiment, kids will see if pruning tomato plants makes them more fruitful and learn about the factors that contribute to a plant's fruit production.

Your fourth grader will be astonished to discover the significance and intricacies of his spine as he builds a model of a human vertebral column.

Inspire your child to learn about an amazing animal as she creates her very own polar bear habitat.

This project explores whether nails, toothpicks, straws, or pen nibs are best for applying ink to paper.

Cleaning can be a chore, but not with this sudsy experiment!

Beetles come in many shapes and colors. Here's how your second grade child can create his own beetles to paint and play with!

Observe with your third grader what happens when food starts to decompose, and boost science skills simultaneously with this experiment!

Science fair project that compares the biodiversity of fungi in different ecosystems by identifying species of fungi.

Chemistry isn't just incredible ... sometimes its edible! These crystal lollipops are a delicious introduction to chemistry concepts.

Get your fifth grader involved in some earth science by helping her plan and create her very own rock collection.

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

This science fair project idea discovers whether there are some objects that do not fall at a constant rate.

Create a brush pile to help wintering wildlife stay warm and cozy through the winter.

What is persistence of vision? With this hands-on science fair project idea, students will demonstrate this cool and dramatic phenomenon in their own classroom.

Teach your fifth grader about the wonders of wind by making and observing this winter wind chime.

Wonder why bugs always fly around your lights at night? This experiment determines whether insects are attracted to the heat or the light.

This project uses science and art to help students learn and teach others about Earth's endangered and extinct species.

Many ancient cultures used the rising or setting sun to create calendars. Observe the setting sun once a week to come up with your own solar calendar!

Ant behavior is closely related to light intensity. This free science fair project idea examines how fast ants dig when they are exposed to to light and dark.

Create a bee garden to help shelter bees in your area.

Science fair project which measures the shadow cast by a meter stick at various times in order to predict the circumference of the earth.

In this science fair project you will make a model of a cell membrane using very simple material.

Check out this cool science fair project idea that models the behavior of the cold desert plants: xerophytes and halophytes.

This season is a great time to explore the many shapes, sizes, and species of evergreen trees. Download our "field guide" activity and learn more!

Develop your child's mathematical and engineering skills with this fun building brick challenge. In this activity, your learner will be challenged to create a boat out of building bricks.

This science fair project idea investigates if fats add to the flavor of food.

Prove that the Earth is not flat. The objective of this science fair project is to measure the angle of the sun and calculate the circumference of the Earth.

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