5th and 6th Grade Activities : Page 26

Science fair project that compares the biodiversity of fungi in different ecosystems by identifying species of fungi.

Science fair project which determines whether a person's taste in music is dictated by the key that the song is written in.

This project determines the age of a tree using a growth factor chart instead of cutting the tree down to count the rings in its base.

Kids learn about surrealism as they cut out items from magazines and combine them to create their own piece of surrealistic juxtaposition.

Here's an adverb acting game that will have your child hungrily, unceasingly, enthusiastically learning!

Your fifth grader will have a blast sewing this plush neck pillow--and he'll sure be glad to have it on long car or airplane trips!

Celebrate autumn by making a beautiful pastel art piece with corn as its theme.

Introduce your child to the world of kite flying with Kite Frisbee, a great game that develops her kite flying and Frisbee playing abilities at the same time.

This writing activity help give your child ideas for personal essays, important thoughts, and positive feelings throughout the holiday season.

Give your kid the opportunity to experiment with color combinations, and how the tape is applied as they make special cards for friends and family.

This science fair project idea measures the growth of bread dough and finds out how long it takes for the dough to stop rising.

The next time your child decides he needs to press restart on his wardrobe, don't ship his clothes off to Goodwill so fast.

Let your imaginative child "ghost write" the life (and afterlife) story of a made-up phantom.

In this activity, your child will take a walk outside, listen to the silence in between sounds, and draw what the experience was like for them.

Have your child make a giant red poppy out of tissue paper in remembrance of the brave soldiers who served, especially those who died serving their countries.

Turn your leftover cranberry dressing into a sweet, rich bread with this holiday recipe.

This science fair project idea examines how well individuals can remember a story they were told and how accurately they pass that story along.

Similar to fried rice, this quick fix scramble uses leftover quinoa and vegetables.

Here's a game your child is sure to love playing with her friends: French Cricket. Just grab a baseball bat and a tennis ball, and you're set.

These kid-approved chicken strips are not only easy to make and quick cooking, they're also gluten-free.

Spider cupcakes are creepy-crawly treats that are perfect for Halloween. These spider cupcakes make for a great Halloween party treat.

Here's an activity that has your teenager or child upcycling empty cereal boxes to create a handy, one-of-a-kind notebook holder to keep her space organized.

Celebrate the holidays by making farolitos, paper lanterns with elaborate designs and historical roots.

Nothing warms a wintry afternoon like a warm bowl of soup - especially when it's homemade!

Be an inspector detective for a day in this fun mystery game that puts your child's powers of observation to the test. Perfect for a party or group gathering.

Firefly flash tag is a great way to get your kids outdoors and running around during the dog days (or nights) of summer.

This homemade keepsake book is a great project for your fifth grader to make for someone special this holiday season!

Keep your clever kid occupied with this tricky grille cipher.

Total alkalinity and pH personal care products are controlled to prevent skin irritation. Learn more about basic and acidic substances in this science project.

Help your kid pack her lunch in style with a recycled show box redesigned as a zombie survival kit.