Preschool - 2nd Grade Measurement Activities : Page 2

A food groups plate shows your child what category her foods belong in. Make a food groups plate with your child before dinnertime.

In this activity, have your second grader practice measuring by finding the height, weight, and length of their most treasured toy!

The objective of this science fair project is to examine the effects of temperature on salt and water solutions, as they form crystals over time.

Forget the measuring stick! This fun math activity uses a body part, your child's hand, as a ruler.

Get back into school with this exciting architecture exploration! In this craft activity your child will research, draw, and build his own school.

Try a 100th Day of School Scavenger Hunt with your preschooler, and send her on the search for objects of different colors!

Making candles from old candles is easy. Recycle old candle stubs to make a "new" candle, and teach your child about recycling at the same time!

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.

Practice measurement using centimeters in this fun math race designed for your second grade student!

Why do plants wilt? Kids will learn to think critically about what environmental factors affect plants, and what plants need to survive.

This measurement activity uses feet to compare objects, but not the ones found on rulers and measuring sticks...the feet on your child's own body!

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

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.

Help your first grade scientist learn about metamorphosis by observing the life cycle of some interesting creepy crawlies.

Pumpkin carving party activities are great for a pre-Halloween party. Try pumpkin carving party activities, including jack-o'-lantern ideas and fall recipes.

Help your child practice symmetry with this fun activity that will leave your child with a sweet symmetrical treat!

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 Christmas plate features your child's favorite holiday things through drawings. Make a Christmas plate with your child this holiday season.

Dig up some dinos while promoting curiosity and sensory skills in this hands-on activity that will have your child searching for prehistoric treasure!

Dinosaurs were huge creatures that left behind huge footprints that lasted for millions of years. In this science fair project, kids learn how dinosaur tracks were left behind!

In this insulation experiment, you'll learn which clothes keep you warm in the cold, and which make you shiver.

Make this easy recipe for Halloween, featuring white chocolate and pretzels, for a crispy, creepy treat!

Combine art, history and food with this unique project! Your child will make her own butters, and learn a little about Colonial history at the same time

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.

Try this fun garden graphing project with your kindergartener this summer to give him a leg up in math and science while spending some valuable time outdoors!

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

Get your child excited about measuring with this fun and easy household measurements activity.

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

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

Introduce your child to science with something they see everyday--their shadow!