Invite your kindergartener to explore the bright new world of measurement by starting out with nonstandard (and tasty!) units, such as gummy bears or worms.

For your budding first grade scientist, all you need is some simple, natural materials to create an amazing ant farm. Here's how to get started.

Grow a garden with an environmentally-friendly twist by using plant scraps that usually get thrown away.

Time is an abstract concept that's difficult to grasp. But waiting for the turkey to come out of the oven on Thanksgiving is a concretely yummy experience.

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!

These pretzel reindeer cookies are a great holiday recipe for kids to make. Rudolph and the whole gang agree!

Making decorative pottery is a great way to experiment with making patterns and texture on a traditionally smooth surface.

How many steps long is the hallway? Kids put their graph-making skills to work as they make a step map of their own house.

If you're looking for a fun way to have your child gain practice pattern-making while working out fine motor skills, making Washi eggs is the perfect activity.

The Kindergarten Personal Record Book makes measurement fun & active! Kids record their vital statistics from head to toe using unusual tools like paper clips.

Encourage your child to compare and contrast a wide variety of autumn-themed items by weighing various objects and recording their findings.

From Canada's flag, to the Toronto Maple Leafs, to classic maple syrup cookies, the maple tree is very much a part of Canadian heritage.

This homemade barometer allows your little scientist to contemplate and compare different air and weather conditions.

Your child can create his own texture tree, experimenting with design during the process. The result will be a beautiful addition to your holiday decorations

Think you need a special dehydrator to make your own fruit leather? You can actually make a delicious version of this popular kid's snack in your own oven.

This simple heat transfer experiment is a great introduction to the concepts of heat transfer and conduction.

These cute holly-shaped hair clips are a breeze to make for holiday celebrations. They make a great party activity, too!

Here's a thought-provoking activity to make new vocabulary words "stick" in the mind of your young learner.

Topped with roasted pumpkin, prosciutto, herbs, and feta, these pita pizzas are a healthy, seasonal alternative to your classic pie.

Try this fun and simple activity to help nurture your child's observation skills and nourish a growing love of science!

Science fair project idea which teaches you how to make butter by separating cream into butter and buttermilk.

Forget store-bought dyes this Easter: color your Easter eggs with natural dyes made with ingredients from your own kitchen in this 1st grade activity.

When you rub a balloon on your head, your hair stands up; but is that true for everyone? Does hair color affect static electricity?

Learn how to make a paper snowflake with these simple instructions. Help your child learn how to make a paper snowflake with only paper and scissors.

This science fair project idea researches how your choice of clothing affect how hot or cool you feel during the day.

Here's a fun math and science activity: help your child explore four different kinds of measurement, using their hand and a few simple household tools.

How do animals keep warm? In this experiment, find out whether fat insulation resists cold temperatures and learn how this works in the animal kingdom.

Invite your second grader to help you measure and mix these fresh, cool concoctions!

Here's a fun activity to help build thinking skills in young first grade scientists, and to encourage them to have a blast exploring the mass and volume.

These handmade Christmas treat cups are perfect for house parties, school celebrations, and holiday bake sales.