Showing Results for light

Try this simple 2nd grade science experiment to teach your child about the principles of luminosity and light reflection.

You don't need to wait for rain to see a rainbow. Make one yourself, and teach your child about light and weather in the process.

We all know that the Moon has different phases, but it can be hard to figure out why. Try this activity to see how the Moon's phases really work.

Recreate the fantastic phenomena of solar eclipses with your child using just a flashlight, a quarter, and her very own face!

Your kindergartener will have a blast helping you craft these fun, eco-friendly potted place cards.

Enjoy those warm spring and summer nights with your child while teaching some basic astronomy at the same time.

Clouds are formed when warm and cold air meet. Here's a way for kids to see it all up close!

In this free science fair project, learn how to separate salt from water using heat. A great science project for elementary school kids.

This year on Mother's Day, try this gift project that brings together an appreciation for gardening with a hands-on lesson in art history.

Develop your child's green thumb with this easy planting activity. These plants are guaranteed to grow fast and are "brown-thumb" proofed!

It's a rare kid who doesn't like a sandbox. Next time you're out digging, build in some earth science, too.

If you're looking for something to keep your kid busy on a warm day, and give him some writing practice in the process, bring on the mud!

Learn about the microclimate of your backyard by tracking rainfall, temperature, and observed weather with hand drawn charts and graphs.

This will encourage your child to utilize their observation skills, develop aesthetic awareness, build artistic drawing abilities and learn about the seasons.

Help your child celebrate the summer and the sun by making a sandy seascape.

This craft is an excellent way to learn about African-American history, and it also provides fine motor practice.

Your third grader will be amazed at the explosive combination of vinegar and baking soda in these chocolate volcano cupcakes with white chocolate "lava."

Planning a beach vacation? Here's a cool nature craft you can make in the sand with your child.