Life science activities

Learn what plants breathe through with this easy leaf & tree science experiment as kids get hands-on with the process of photosynthesis!

Find creative ideas and hands-on plant life cycle activities that teach your first, second, and third graders about plants. Students learn about the parts of a plant, photosynthesis, pollination, and how seeds are dispersed. Don’t miss the unique foldable flower lapbook to get kids writing about science ideal for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd graders. #plantlifecycle

My kids weren't really interested in learning about cells until I said slime. Okay, it was a fairly cheap trick since I knew they loved slime. But I also knew that slime would be the perfect way to learn about cells. I can't say I've ever touched cytoplasm but it sounds very slime-like to me.

DNA Gene Bracelet for Kids, an easy STEAM Activity using beads to create pattern bracelets. DNA is also a pattern.

This fun, easy, science activity for kids uses only common household items and takes about 10 minutes. Full step-by-step picture tutorial included.

I just love this color changing flowers science experiment! It is really easy to do and the kids love watching the flowers change color. We think it is the perfect science activity for spring! I even created printable recording sheets that kids in preschool and early elementary can use to show their observations.

Learn how to make a working pumping heart model with kids. This pumping heart model demonstrates how a real heart pumps blood in and out of its chambers!

Set up an easy seed germination experiment to watch how plants grow with your kids! Investigate what factors affect seed growth.

LOTs of fun earth science for kid experiments, worksheets, and activities for all ages - water cycle, crystals, rocks, volcanoes, weather, ++

This amazing Pencil in Water Bag Experiment is a cool science project for kids with instant wow factor. Best part is you probably have all the supplies.