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

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!

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!

Looking for an enjoyable evening activity you can do with your kids? Study the stars: help them learn about constellations by making one of their own.

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

How powerful is the reaction between baking soda and vinegar? Find out here!

Most people assume that cold water freezes more quickly, but could that be false? Does hot water freeze faster than cold water? Let's find out!

Make your own marshmallows and mix up some very interesting third grade chemistry lessons while you're at it!

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

In this fun activity, your child will create their very own solar oven to bake s'mores!

Stir up some enthusiasm for experimentation with this candy-cracking science experiment!

What is elasticity? Students will investigate how this concept applies to bouncing ball physics by testing the bounces of balls made out of different materials.

Get your hands on a concoction that breaks the rules about what's a solid and what's a liquid.

This trick uses vertical and horizontal forces to help your child to push apart your hands apart, no matter how hard you try to keep them together!

How does rust form? Kids will learn about the roles oxygen, water, and electrons play in rust chemistry in this cool science fair project idea.

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!

This science fair project idea explores whether talking to a plant will help it grow.

Make a DIY golf putter and design your own golf putting course in this 2nd-3rd grade arts and crafts/game activity.

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

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

In this activity, you'll not only make your own bouncy balls at home, but your child will also learn how polymers are made.

In this physics project, learn about the relationship between light intensity and distance using a laser pointer, flashlight, and graph paper!

Using an empty tennis ball can and a swimming pool, you will determine if it's possible to have a conversation under water.

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

Try the classic balloon-on-the-wall trick with your kid and watch static electricity in action.

Encourage your child to think outside the bathtub by making her very own handmade soaps! Perfect as a present, a decoration, or just to pamper herself.

I scream, you scream, we all scream for homemade spearmint ice cream!

Your kid can learn about the process of making frozen yogurt and enjoy a homemade, flavorful dessert. Experiment with this fun, chilly food!

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

Here's an interesting activity that will enable your child to make his own magnifier out of a drop of water