5th - 7th Grade Activities : Page 31

In this activity, your child will use mindfulness to practice staying as still as they can. Then, during a freeze dance activity, they will pay attention to the constellation of sensations and feelings throughout parts of their bodies.

This science fair project idea explores alcoholic fermentation at work by making your own soda.

Science fair project that examines albedo, and how this information is applied in the design of cars, sportswear, and other items. Which colors reflect light?

Help your aspiring fashion designer give new life to a pair of drab shoes with this colorful craft.

Next time your fifth grader's in the mood for a tasty treat, try whipping up some homemade drop scones!

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

This gluten free stuffing matches the distinctive nuttiness of quinoa with the tart sweetness of dried cherries.

Children will reflect on the importance of performing acts of kindness for the Earth, hear a story about easy ways they can care for the Earth, and set goals to conserve more in their everyday lives.

Is your child tired of the same old fries with dinner? Invite him to bake up some tasty zucchini fries to accompany the next family meal.

Have your kid imagine that she is a TV personality who has been assigned to cover the Olympics.

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

The crust is fun for kids to mix and roll out, and the filling overflows with vitamin and anti-oxidant packed berries!

In this activity, your child will design their own Best Self Journal to reflect on ways they have been their best each day.

Cultivating resilience is one of the most important ways we can overcome challenges and reach our goals. In this activity, children will explore the concept of resilience and then create a video to explain and teach resilience to others.

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 brain teaser challenges your fifth grader to unscramble some specialized Winter Olympics language.

The elegance of a glitter vase will rival the flowers inside it! Help your child craft this artsy gift as a special gift for a loved one.

New Year's Eve invitations are festive and easy for kids to make. Create a set of New Year's Eve invitations to invite guests to your home this December 31.

Find out whether optical mice are useful on all surfaces or if there are drawbacks to this supposedly superior solution to the traditional roller-ball mouse.

Does dough rise faster with unbleached or bleached flour? Investigate in this science fair project idea.

Bake domino cookies and spark your child's interest in traditional games. This baking activity is great for 5th-6th grade children.

Whip up an extra special treat for your hungry chef with these simple and creative brownie waffles!

Boys might wrinkle their noses at the thought of gardening, but we guarantee they'll like this activity! Make a recycled terrarium full of bug-eating plants.

Explore your kitchen and create a delicious holiday fudge that your child can share with friends and family!

Create tasty and healthy bruschetta the whole family will love and get your child in the kitchen involved in making the food they eat!

Use a recycling project to hone your childâs sewing skills and clean up her art supplies when she turns the leg of an old pair of jeans into a storage basket.

Here's a simple, fun activity which will save you time and reinforce your child's math skills along the way.

Surprise your child by taking the apple cider from the fridge and transforming it into a wonderful treat!

This tried-and-true complexion treatment is a slumber-party staple that many people swear by.

Salmon is a great source of protein and essential omega 3's, which makes this dish just what the doctor ordered for your growing child.