Fossils have a lot to teach us about life on earth, but they can also be used to help teach kids the scientific method.

Here are four examples of mineral resources for kids to think about, plus a short explanation of what a mineral resource is.

Review the rock cycle with this second-, third-, and fourth-grade crossword puzzle!

Every four years something funny happens with our calendars -- we add a day! Why do we do this? Discover the science behind leap year.

Worm your way through this soil maze, which doubles as a fun way to review the names of the different soil layers.

Can you help Cornelius create a crazy compost concoction? Help your child review his knowledge of compost and recycling with this fun worksheet.

Here's a fun way for kids to review their knowledge of earth science terms. Challenge your child to give a definition of each word as he finds it.

Can you tell which types of weathering caused each of these changes in the earth? This activity is a great way to review the 3 main types of weathering.

Quiz your little scientist on his knowledge of the soil layers! He'll be reviewing some important earth science concepts and key terms.

If your child is fascinated by outer space, he'll love this solar system word search! While reviewing planet names, he'll ponder the mysteries of the universe.

Dig your hands into some earth science with this soil sheet! Your little scientist can hone his reading skills as he learns what soil is and how it is formed.

This science vocabulary activity is packed with basic science vocabulary words to help the youngest kids warm up to scientific concepts.

How do clouds form? Why does it rain? Help your student answer some of these questions by completing this water cycle worksheet.

Encourage your little environmentalist to learn about composting! Children will boost their reading skills as they learn what compost is and how it helps the environment.

Look for natural resources around a farm in this engaging worksheet for second and third graders!

Explore how Earth’s surface can change in this investigative second-grade worksheet!

In this science matching worksheet, children will test their solar system know-how by matching each celestial body to the correct fact.