If you think about it, science plays a big part in some craft projects. When we mix up a batch of clay or try our hand at dyeing fabric, we are dabbling in science! When we make the recipe for bubbles and go outside to blow them, the kids may not know it, but that is science at work. While you are doing these activities, don't flood them with scientific facts and findings, instead ask them simple questions and let them ask you questions. Get them thinking about it, and then you can even help them do a little research.
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Ant Hill Science Project
Follow these instructions and learn how you can use paper mache techniques to construct your own ant hill craft.
Coffee Filter Earth Craft
This is a fun and easy painting project people of all ages will enjoy. See if you can create an earth picture using a coffee filter and then see what other plants you can make.
Crayon Rock Paperweight
Learn how meat can help you create colorful paperweight using crafts on rocks.
Film Canister Constellation Science Project
Learn how you can easily reproduce and study constellations using an empty film or similar container.
Flower Pounding Science Project
Did you know that you can transfer the color from flowers and even leaves onto fabric by beating them with a hammer? The kids especially will enjoy this creative activity as long as they have plenty of parental supervision!
Growing Magnet
You can watch how a plant grows by planting a seed in a clear container and then transforming that container into a unique magnet.
Happy Earth Science Project
These directions will explain how to make a happy earth picture using a paper plate and a few other supplies.
How to Create a Butterfly Garden
Creating a butterfly garden is easy, even if the only dirt you have available is in a window box. Sheila Ellison encourages you to discover creative garden activities perfect for warm spring or summer days.
How to Grow Crystals
Follow these instructions and learn how you can literally grow crystals right in your kitchen. You can even make them different colors.
How to Make a Clay Volcano
This is a fun lesson in chemical reactions; learn how you can make your own miniature volcano that will really erupt.
