Use dirt and different colors of craft sand to make unique layers in a clear plastic cup to represent the layers of the Earth.

Make an adorable nut buddy by crafting nature people out of nuts in shells! Buddies will take on their own personalities depending on the materials you use.

Teach your creative second grader about proportions, animals, and proper cutting methods with cucumber carving.

What's the best way to make DIY compost? Kids will learn about aerobic and anaerobic decomposition while learning to appreciate the value of composting.

This science project lets students explore the number of spots on a ladybird and how to treat ladybugs with respect.

Inspire your child to learn about an amazing animal as she creates her very own polar bear habitat.

This craft is a great way to explore the fascinating world of spiders and their webs as you collect spider webs from around your house with your third grader.

Boys might wrinkle their noses at the thought of gardening, but we guarantee they'll like this activity! Make a recycled terrarium full of bug-eating plants.

Beetles come in many shapes and colors. Here's how your second grade child can create his own beetles to paint and play with!

What better way to nurture your child's imagination than by making a fairy house out of materials found in nature!

In the mood for a bit of silly science? Help your child create a truly one-of-a-kind planter out of a potato head!

This experiment has students record rat behavior to learn about the benefits of rats and research rat myths throughout history.

The purpose of this science fair project is to determine which conditions and materials quicken the composting process to make the best compost.

Here's a simple craft activity that can help your youngster better visualize the life cycle of a frog as a circle.

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.

Here's a first grade ladybug game that explores how air can move solid objects, and adds some measurement practice, too. Play, learn, and enjoy!

This science fair project teaches kids experimental design and how to test if subjects can really sense if they are being watched.

This science research project challenges students to think of more effective lobster farming methods.

Make frog feet sponge prints with your child for a fun and educational crafts activity.

Make these homemade shell fossils and introduce your child to the wonders of science!

Combine your child's natural curiosity with his developing classification and writing skills by helping him create a backyard field guide.

Recycling may be a confusing concept for your little one, so take the time to teach them the magic of compost - right in your own backyard!

Help your preschooler practice observing and experimenting with this exciting activity where they'll get to examine objects below the water's surface!

This science experiment has students test whether a snail moves faster on concrete or dirt.