Elementary science lessons

Light and Sound unit for First Grade. Little Science Thinkers Curriculum contains lesson plans, science experiments, activities, read aloud books and so much more. #scienceactivities #anchorcharts

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

Science Activities are one of the best things to do with preschoolers to keep them engaged in learning. They allow hands on learning while exploring...

Explore the 5 senses with a simple science activity using Pop Rocks Candy! Pop Rocks are perfect for kids to test their sense of smell, touch, taste, hearing, and sight. Free printable Pop Rocks 5 senses science journal sheet is included. A fun way to explore science for kids at home or in school.

A fun and easy science experiment for teaching students the difference between a solid, liquid, and gas! This engaging activity uses a plastic water bottle, water, a balloon, and Alka-Seltzer tablets to demonstrate the states of matter in an exciting way. Watch as the reaction inflates the balloon and download a free printable page to enhance the learning experience. Plus, explore an additional Alka-Seltzer Snow Experiment and find more science and STEM ideas for the entire school year.

Learn about the phases of the moon with a favorite cookie. Here's how to make Oreo moon phases for fun edible astronomy.

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If you want to design your own homeschool elementary science curriculum, it can be a little overwhelming thinking about everything that needs to be taught. It has been a long time since our own elementary science classes, so it is extremely unlikely we remember more than a few fun projects or science experiments.

Conduct this simple Sharpie solubility experiment ideal for teaching students the processes scientists use and the steps to the scientific method. Easy to do in any classroom and ideal for 2nd and 3rd grade students.

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