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Explore the vastness of space and the intricacies of earth with these exciting science projects and experiments! Learn about everything from caves to starry skies with hands-on projects for kids of all ages. Learn about convection currents, purify water using the sun, how to make a fossil cast, and much more!

Earth science is the study of earth and its atmosphere. Space science is the study of our solar system and beyond. From the deep blue sea, to our far away stars, explore science projects and lessons to discover our world and more.

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Dr. Erica Saint Clair explains how these five cool summer projects incorporate entertaining, hands-on science.

Collect leaves and learn all the colors in leaves — not just the ones you see!

School’s out! Now what? Make it the best summer yet with these 50 simple science projects to do at home.
Use this Cloud Types Worksheet with the “Types of Clouds” Science Lesson to review the basic types of clouds and what kind of weather they bring. Find weather science projects here and here.

Print this Earth Day word search for your kids.

Print out this page on a sheet of heavy paper or cardstock. Kids can color the pictures and cut out the squares to make a matching game. Half of the squares show a way to use solar energy as an alternative to the picture shown on the other squares. Place all the squares face down […]
Spring break is here! What will you do with your time off? Perhaps you’re looking forward to a family vacation, or a few days of down time at home. Either way, find a quick and easy project that’s sure to put a sparkle in the eye of any science lover, or win over a reluctant […]
Are you a kid wondering about types of clouds, or how to predict the weather? Find fun science activities like how to make a cloud in a jar! We’ve collected our favorite science experiments about clouds and weather in one place. If you’re a teacher, parent, or kid, spring is the perfect time to study […]
We’ve got the perfect seashore science worksheet and coloring page for you and your family. The next time you visit the seashore, be a beach scavenger! You will see lots of different and very interesting plants and animals. Count them as you go to see how many different forms of life you can spot. Use […]
These classic science experiments use mostly household items, ideal for at-home activities. Make slime, super-bubbles, a solar oven, and more!

Demonstrate an oil spill's effect on birds,fish, and other animals, and then discover the challenge of removing spilled oil from water.

Learn how to use a rock tumbler in this rock-polishing project!