This moon phase calendar activity was a super easy project designed to reinforce the concept that the phases of the moon run on a monthly cycle. It’s perfect for preschoolers! Also, its a good way to use all those charity calendars! Referring to one calendar already marked with the moon phases, Kiddo used office supply…
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Science Activities for Kids
My kids love learning with simple science experiments. Scientific explorations teaches kids patience, encourages curiosity and is also just a lot of fun!
Most of our science projects are easy to do at home, with common household materials. We have ideas for toddlers and tweens and everyone in between. You will find everything from plant science, to chemical reactions, to harnessing the power of electricity. There is something for every interest and skill level.
Peruse our archive of ideas or see a list on our Giant List of Indoor Activities for Kids.
Moon Phase Activity: DIY Puzzle
I’m not sure why I spent so much time making this phases of the moon activity puzzle when I have so many other things to do but, as my mother says, “I got a bee in my bonnet.” (Want more moon fun? See all 5 moon activities for kids.) I made it on poster board…
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Make a Moon Phase Viewer
My son and I are enjoying our time spent learning about the moon. love to learn about the moon. We have been reading some books about the moon lately (see end of post for three of them) and I have been working on some moon activities to accompany our reading. The first activity is our…
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Pop Science
Have you ever tried amaranth? It is a highly nutritious grain, similar to quinoa, but much smaller. But even more important is that it makes the world’s tiniest popcorn! So… of course we had to conduct a crucial kitchen science experiment to contrast this…with this… Making popcorn on the stove (we are bizarre people and…
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How to Make an Ocean in a Bottle to Calm the Spirits
Today we made an ocean in a bottle! As you know, I’ve been preparing some after-camp activities for my son to keep him busy while his brother naps. Since we had so much fun with watercolor pencil seashell art, we are continuing with the seashore theme. As you can see, books about the sea were…
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Magnet Play Container
This was a really easy activity to put together for Kiddo and provided lots of entertainment (very important for lazy parents like me). It’s a bit like those I-Spy jars parents make for their kids, and just as easy (if not easier!) to make. My kids love the magic of magnets and with proper supervision, they…
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Painting with Magnets
Mixing science with art is fun! Mix it up in art class and try painting with magnets. Warning: Magnets can be dangerous. A responsible adult MUST supervise this activity. Magnets can be harmful when ingested. If a child ingests a magnet, seek medical help immediately. Never allow children to use magnets without appropriate adult supervision. …
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Science Project: The Magic Jumping Coin
Want a magic coin trick that doubles as a science experiment for kids? Try The Magical Jumping Coin! It’s simple and fun. First chill a glass bottle and a coin by placing them in cold water. Place the coin on top of the bottle. Wrap your hands around the bottle and wait. The coin will…
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Classic Science for Kids: Float or Sink
“Float or Sink?” is a science project that many kids have done by the time they are 4, but somehow, we missed it. Kiddo was reading a Curious George book and in the back was this classic science activity, which he wanted to try. Also, it involves water, and he likes any activity that uses…
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Weather Wheel
Kiddo loves to hear the daily weather report. He always wants to know the chance of rain, the high and low temperatures. He quizzes me every morning on the weather. That’s probably my own fault. When I moved to New York from my lovely home state of California 8 years ago I became obsessed with…
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