Kindergarten - 2nd Grade Physical Science Activities : Page 3

Help your second grade scientist explore the timely topic of wind speed using a version of the classic Beaufort Scale.

How do people move pianos and heavy furniture into tall buildings? Show your kids some pulley potential with this simple household exercise!

Here's a fun science experiment that's refreshingly tasty too! Turn regular water into a tasty treat perfect for consuming on a hot day.

Teach your little scientist about the amazing powers of gravity by comparing the falling speeds of two yummy fruits

Help your first grader explore the world of scientific measurement by "weighing" fruit with a "water scale"!

Put a twist on traditional oil painting with this fun science activity that you and your first grader can do together.

Engineers in training can get started with this simple wheel-and-axle construction activity.

What's cooler than an explosion? Not much! This simple science experiment lets kids build their own pop rocket. So put on your safety goggles and let her rip.

Help your child experiment with the combination of acid and baking soda by making these homemade bath bombs!

This is a fun way to introduce kids to the concept of volume, and give them a quick hands-on activity to boot.

Take this "paper plate snack test" with your child for a hands-on lesson in making healthier choices to teach your child about what's in his food.

Air invisible; it doesn't make sounds; you can't pick it up and throw it. So how do we know it exists? Help your second grade scientist figure it out.

Wool can absorb 1/3 of its weight in water, while still keeping the body warm. She can test this theory by performing a scientific sock comparison!

Think you can blow up a balloon without using your mouth? This isn't just a cool trick, it's also a great way to introduce chemistry and biology concepts.

Make meringues with your first grader and see how states of matter can transform before your very eyes. Here's how:

Water can go from solid to liquid to gas...but how does popcorn go from kernel to snack? Invite your first grade scientist to find out.

Help your child understand the scientific concept of evaporation with this fun outdoor science activity.

Help your kindergarten scientist understand the concept of surface tension with this simple science experiment.