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Give your budding young observers a chance to discover simple machines at use in their own home.

Using simple materials found around your home, you can reinforce the static electricity concept by helping your child build a simple device with zapping power!

This simple "how to make a water wheel" activity makes physics come alive for your child by demonstrating how different kinds of energy work.

This science fair project demonstrates the principles of reflection through simple experiments involving mirrors and light.

A simple science experiment exploring the physics of water pressure that's been amazing people since Medieval times.

Show your child how to concoct a simple duo of household ingredients that changes color as acids and bases are added!

Here's a fun and simple activity to introduce your child to surface tension, and pull an awesome stunt in the process!

This easy aerodynamics activity is a simple way to introduce kids to the scientific method.

Want to make Halloween truly eerie? Science to the rescue! These ghouly hands come alive with a little help from simple chemistry.

Set your young chemist up for an afternoon of science-fueled magic with a deceptively simple activity starring baking soda and vinegar!

It's food. It's Thanksgiving tradition. And guess what: Cranberry Sauce is also science! Try our simple recipe/experiment.

The pinwheel is a simple toy that has been around for years and uses the wonders of the wind to spin it and delight kids of all ages!

Combine the science of physics with the fun of playing spy. Your young detective can make his own tiny looking glass. It's simple to make!

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.

Has your child ever asked you how a submarine works? Here's a simple bathtub project that will make for a hands-on answer.

Conduct a simple science experiment to see if flowers from your garden pass the acid-base indicator test with this exciting chemistry activity.

Show your kids the power of baking powder by conducting a simple experiment. Make four batches of cornbread, all identical except for one thing: baking powder!

What causes sound? Here's a simple science experiment that adds a visual element to the science of sound to help kids better understand this tricky concept.

Learn how to make marbleized paper with simple everyday ingredients in this fun activity! Your child will learn about oil and water while doing this project.

By using static electricity generated from their body, a child can cause a small fluorescent lamp bulb to light up!