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.

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.

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!

Have your child build his own mini waterfall, and help him develop his planning, problem solving, and architectural skills.

When you see those sunscreen "protection levels," what does that really mean? Try this experiment to find out.

In this science experiment, your child will test the strength of hollow structures in order to understand how strong bird bones really are.

First grade science often covers solids, liquids, and gases. This silly science explores serious facts about the difference between all three.

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

In this physics project, learn about the relationship between light intensity and distance using a laser pointer, flashlight, and graph paper!

Explore the chemistry of latex polymers with this outrageous, hilarious science activity.

Try this experiment to give your curious kid a more "solid" understanding of how temperature affects the states of matter.

This is a fun way to introduce kids to the concept of volume, and give them a quick hands-on activity to boot.

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

Take a look at forensic science with your child. She'll learn how to take a shoe impression, just like the detectives do!

Believe it or not, images that are cast upon your eye's light-sensitive screen (called the retina) are upside down. Here's a fun, fast experiment to prove it!

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

Sink or swim? Calculate the density of various fruits and vegetables using water and a kitchen scale.

Hone your child's skills of observation and take a look at forensic science for an interesting afternoon of exploration and detective work!

It's easier than you think to make homemade play dough -- just a few pantry staples makes a natural version of the toy that kids have loved for generations.

Teach your little scientist about the amazing powers of gravity by comparing the falling speeds of two yummy fruits

Household items and a bit of imagination will create a CSI kit for your child to have investigative adventures with. Explore the world of forensic science!

This science fair project examines how tsunamis travel by simulating a tsunami moving around an island. You will generate a pretend tsunami in a swimming pool.