In this science fair project, kids start a chemical reaction that will make a balloon inflate itself!

Make a planter full of delicious seasonings and classic grilling vegetables, great for a Fatherâs Day gift or a fun start-of-summer outdoor activity.

Engineers in training can get started with this simple wheel-and-axle construction activity.

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

This science experiment has students test whether a snail moves faster on concrete or dirt.

Learn all about balance and motion as your child designs a corn maze!

Observe how your brain works while it is focused on one thing, and how it works while you are distracted by another thing.

Science fair project that determines whether cooling eggs helps them be peeled more easily. Compare the time it took to peel each egg.

Is your child a young ornithologist in the making?

These science fair experiments demonstrate the chemistry of rust and the oxidation process.

Who needs paint, glitter, or crayons when you have natural art supplies right outside your front door?

Introduce your second grader to the crazy world of static electricity with just a balloon and a sheet of paper.

Roasting pumpkin seeds makes for a great Halloween activity, and a healthy snack!

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.

Grow a garden with an environmentally-friendly twist by using plant scraps that usually get thrown away.

In this activity, your child will be challenged to create a device that protects an egg when it is dropped from a height of about 10 feet.

Show your child how and why the microwave works, while demonstrating just how strangely foods can behave while inside the crazy cooker.

Can a toy car determine the strength of a magnet? In this cool magnet science fair project, young scientists will learn how to measure the strength of a magnet.

Climates with more snowfall have more coniferous forests and fewer deciduous ? Learn about how pine trees in a coniferous forest adapted to withstand snow.

Here's a great activity that uses corks and toothpicks to create a fleet of floating boats. Which design makes for the most seaworthy vessel?

Your child can help your family pet take a breather, and help herself relax, too, with this soothing activity.

This first grade science activity brings the green grass of early spring inside while teaching your child about the cycles of growth.

What is it about a Slinky that causes it to walk down the steps? This simple experiment is a perfect illustration of both gravity and momentum.

Teach your child how butter is created by shaking up cream the old-fashioned way.

The next time you've got a restless second grade earth scientist on your hands, use this experiment to demonstrate crystals and make a tasty treat, too!

What's the difference between a microwave and an oven? Use mashed potatoes to explore which kitchen appliance does a better job at keeping food warm.

Crayons aren't just good for creating colorful masterpieces -- they're also great for science!

Science fair project that determines whether tapping a pomegranate with a spoon helps it release its seeds.

Celebrate April Fools' Day with a science prank that is sure to amuse...and educate too!

Introduce your child to the amazing, almost magical phenomenon of static electricity!