Ever wonder why refrigerator lights turn off when you close the door? Does the darkness prevent food from spoiling? This experiment, determines just that.

Help your child visualize their goals for the new year by creating a self-portrait that represents all of the amazing things they have done and hope to do.

Inspired by colorful African drums and crafted from recyclable materials, these pencil holders will make a bold and charming addition to any desk set.

What animals are most popular? This project affords practice in data-collection, record-keeping and data-analysis through the investigation of this question.

Children research and make a timeline of an inspiring woman in this biography activity.

This science fair project idea determines which method of hand cleansing is the most effective.

Handedness and footedness refer to whether people prefer to use their left or right hand and foot. In this experiment, test hand and foot dominance.

Dress up a plain old pen with this pretty craft that's great for back-to-school time.

Next time you're headed out on the road with your fourth grader, try this alphabet-geography game that the whole family can play.

This science fair project idea explores plant growth from a bulb, root, and a stem and investigates asexual plant reproduction.

To help your child learn how to use a thermometer, try this temperature collecting activity at home.

Clouds are formed when warm and cold air meet. Here's a way for kids to see it all up close!

This science fair project idea creates a sedimentary rock and to investigate what takes place during the rock cycle.

Have you ever noticed the ridges on a dog's nose? In this project, we take several dogs' nose prints and discover just how unique they are!

Does skin thickness really decrease fruit spoilage? Find out in this science fair project idea!

Create clever airplane favors for your child's next birthday party in this fun third grade arts and crafts activity.

In this experiment, young ecologists will learn about a type of edge effect: how trees and plants at the edge of a forest can act as a weed filter.

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

Serve this seasonal carrot salad at Easter brunch this year, and it just might hop onto your family's list of healthy favorites.

Communicating using the written word doesn't have to be tough! It can be as simple and fun as composing a comic strip.

The next time you and your fifth grader go on a hike, take along this key to figure out which common North American animal left a track along the river bank.

This Pysanky egg-decorating activity is perfect for young artists. Bring a little color and creativity to any holiday with this traditional Ukrainian craft.

Examine whether distilled water, spring water, or regular tap water yield faster plant growth.

In this science fair project, we learn how air molecules move as a result of density, convection, and air currents.

Children will learn why and how to compost as they help with the process of filling their compost, turning it, and observing the changes that occur.

Have your kid determine if a goldfish can be conditioned to expect food the same way Pavlov's dogs did with this fascinating science fair project.

Nature is the greatest teacher, and you can help facilitate the lesson! Here's how to create a supply backpack to get your kid ready for science action!

Take some inspiration from the past and create some wood block prints with your fourth grader.

Here's a fun way for your child to exercise his writing chops...and prove a point! A great way to practice persuasive writing.

Challenge your child to a word count war, and practice good note-taking skills at the same time!