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In this science fair project, we'll explore how blocking the sun's light can stop those can stop photosensitive paper from changing color.

Invite your kindergarten scientist to conduct this color mixing experiment to discover which primary hues make a rainbow of secondary colors.

This experiment works due to a simple principle: plants need light. Build a shoebox maze and watch the plant work though the obstacle course, searching for sun.

Water, along with soil and light, is a necessary component for plant growth. So what's better for promoting plant growth: tap water, or rain water?

Give your science savvy kindergarten a lesson in plant science with this fun carnation experiment.

Your preschooler is familiar with the colors in their crayon box, but can they find these colors in the world? Take them on a scavenger hunt to find out!

In this science project, young children observe, record, and create collections of colors in their world and increase their powers of observation.

Help young learners discover why catÃs eyes glow in the dark with this simple experiment

This science experiment tests why guacamole goes brown and if leaving the pit in will stop guacamole from turning brown.

Show your preschooler how to make a print of a butterfly using her hand as a tool--a great way to stimulate her sense of touch.

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.

This easy project for little hands uses mushroom spores to make an imprint of the mushroom, and the result is very beautiful.

In this activity, your child will transform an egg into a glowing, bouncy "ball" that they can play with.

Children have a naturally inquisitive mind. Foster their curiosity with a walk through an autumn field or park to answer age-old “why” questions. As you walk with your child, you can encourage them to ask questions.

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

In this air pressure science experiment with a balloon and a jar, children will use heat to create a partial vacuum and suck a balloon into a jar.

In this science fair project, young children discover what happens when two fluids that have different densities get together.

Kids grow sunflower greens from seeds for a hands-on gardening experience in this kindergarten life science activity.

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

Help your child explore chromatography, which is the process of separating colors or pigments, and create a neat art project in the process!

Help your kindergarten or first grade child use his creativity to make a beautiful magnetic patterned structure while discovering the wonders of magnets.

Make scented sensory cloud dough. Add it to a sensory table, activity station, or put it in a baggie for extra at-the-park entertainment!

Blend art and science in this hands-on activity that shows your kindergartener how primary colors combine to make secondary colors.

Can you fool your eyes and your brain with an optical illusion? The purpose of this science fair project is to demonstrate various kinds of optical illusions.

Reuse and recycle cardboard tubes to make spooky spiders, kooky caterpillars, wacky worms, and more.

This plaster fossil activity is a fun supplement to preschool science. Use plaster to make imprints of your child's handprints, footprints and other objects!

Your kindergartener will make prints of his favorite fruits and vegetables and learn how to organize and assemble his very own book.

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

Brighten up your home with this fun activity! Make a summer sun print and teach your child the art of easy print making.