Introduce your fourth or fifth grader to volume by having him build rectangular prisms, and then count each sugar cube to check his volume calculations.

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

Challenge your preschooler to a game of shape match-up--an entertaining way to boost her observational ability.

Get estimating with this spooky activity that asks your young mathematician to rely on their problem-solving skills to figure out how many items they believe are in spooky Halloween jars!

Help your curious kid cut through the clutter and collect the facts with a simple and fun science foldable.

Make a bear cave for your child to play and explore, learning about bears and winter hibernation.

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

Have your student draft a blueprint for a haunted house, and trick (or treat) them into learning about geometry in the process.

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.

Homemade Halloween treats make great party foods for an All Hallow's Eve get together. These four homemade Halloween treats are scary-good.

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.

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.

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

Preschoolers are fascinated by how colors can be mixed to form new ones. This activity combines color mixing with the concept of melting for extra science fun.

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

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.

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.

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

Make your own marshmallows and mix up some very interesting third grade chemistry lessons while you're at it!

What keeps a an item cooler, polymer crystals or ice? Find out in this cool science experiment!

Here is a fun middle school science project on factors affecting solubility. Learn how dissolved solids can "crash out" to form crystals when conditions change.

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

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

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

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

In this science fair project, kids measure how weather conditions affect how fast a puddle evaporates.

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

This cookie dough handles like molding clay, but also makes delicious cookies. Use this activity to strengthen your child's alphabet skills.

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!

Do you think heat can affect a plant's growth rate?