Kindergarten - 3rd Grade Physical Science Activities : Page 4

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.

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.

Take to the air with science by experimenting with helicopter seeds right in your own backyard!

This science exploration lets your first grader see how eggs can provide a perfect environment for a living, growing creature.

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

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.

Play this flashlight game with your child to teach him about objects that are transparent, translucent, and opaque.

Your kid will be captivated as she watches liquids change color before her very eyes during this fun science project that introduces some chemistry basics.

Chemistry is a blast with this backyard bomb made from a sandwich bag. All you need are ingredients from the pantry to create a satisfying, and safe, explosion.

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

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.

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!

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

In this 3rd grade science activity, you'll experiment with the little-known fourth state of matter: polymers! Mix borax with white glue and watch what happens.

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

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

Making your own glass cleaner is easy, effective and inexpensive!

This surprisingly good glue recipe comes from common kitchen items.

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

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

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!

Has your child ever asked you how a submarine works? Here's a simple bathtub project that will make for a hands-on answer.

Create a homemade pair of sunglasses with colored lenses to see just how light and color affect our sight! Use this fun project to practice science!

Help your own young scientist tackle the wonders of static electricity from the comfort of his own home!

Your 1st grade scientist will improve her observation skills as she's encouraged to eat healthy by comparing the dry and fresh fruit in this experiment.

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

In this activity, young learners will make a balance using a plastic hanger and weigh a variety of small objects using candy corn.

Celebrate April Fools' Day with a science prank that is sure to amuse...and educate too!

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

This fun marbled paper craft uses things you're likely to have around your house, and it teaches kids some simple chemistry too!