These science experiments designed for home will introduce kids to chemistry, physics and engineering while encouraging the use of imagination.

Feb 12, 2011 - Dawn Marcotte

Use summer to take kid science vacations. Between museums and nature, there are fun educational trips to study such subjects as physics and geology.

Jun 27, 2010 - Erin Haley

Science activities for kids shouldn't be limited to labs and classrooms. The backyard is a goldmine for lessons about the natural and physical world.

Apr 28, 2010 - Charlina Stewart

These experiments require little more than raw or hard-boiled eggs. Float an egg on water, trap an egg in a bottle, and figure out is an egg is raw without cracking it.

Feb 25, 2010 - Susan Caplan

Learn fun facts about desert life, energy, and the human body in these great science books for kids.

Dec 12, 2009 - Michael Jung

Explore snow with a preschool class. Learn what a snowflake is, use a hand lense to discover snow, weigh snow, and even eat snow!

Nov 15, 2009 - Tricia Edgar

On September 1, 2008, PBS Kids launched its new children's television series Sid the Science Kid. This show's primary focus is all about science.

Jun 8, 2009 - Ellen Abragar

Figuring out how the world works is what kids do best; it's part of their nature. One way to foster a child's natural desire to learn is with simple science experiments.

May 2, 2009 - Charlina Stewart

Don't expect your child's dry science curriculum to bring science to life. These fun-to-read books provide hooks where kids can connect knowledge to their own experience.

Aug 4, 2007 - Holly Martin

Engage students with a human body game to learn science facts.

Apr 5, 2007 - Debbie DeSpirt

Once used to pump water or grind grain, windmills now generate electricity from the wind. These projects introduce kids to how windmills work.

Jul 18, 2011 - Shawn Radcliffe

Kids start a worm farm to learn about decomposition, plant growth, the life cycle of worms, and how they help the earth in this fun, easy science project.

Jun 23, 2011 - Kelly O'Brien

For young children and tweens, a hands-on Earth science activity or experiment can make a great Christmas gift.

Dec 12, 2009 - Alexandra Matiella Novak

In two experiments that kids can perform in the classroom or at home with an adult's permission, children create a "density lasagna" and "liquid lava."

May 13, 2009 - Susan Caplan

Mad Science birthday parties are happening all over the U.S. They have become a very popular way for kids to have hands-on fun with all their party guests.

Apr 18, 2008 - Denise Oliveri

Science fair anxiety? Put your fears to rest. By planning ahead and engaging other parents to help, the science fair can be fun for all!

Jan 31, 2011 - Lori Krein

This simple science experiment makes learning about insulation, and preventing heat loss entertaining, engaging and fashionable!

Sep 16, 2011 - Vicki Dennison

The animated preschool series that teaches kids about science and the world highlights the environment in honor of Earth Day.

Apr 5, 2011 - Francine Brokaw

Three chemistry experiments are outlined with step by step instructions. Each experiment uses items commonly found around the home.

Feb 16, 2011 - Dawn Marcotte

Actors Nicholas Hormann and Teri Hatcher bring two popular science fiction adventure books to life in these great audio books for kids.

Jan 11, 2011 - Michael Jung