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Science & Nature Activities for Ages 8-10

Science & Nature Activities for Ages 8-10

 

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Mini-Volcano
This easy kitchen experiment is a blast!
Science Across the Curriculum
Learn how your child's 4th-grade teacher will use science topics to reinforce lessons in reading, math, and the arts.
Summer Stargazing
by Melissa Stewart
The magical night sky is the perfect playground for your child's imagination.
Digging Deeper Into Science
Expect your child to delve into a range of fascinating topics, from the solar system to rocks and minerals.
Egg-Speriment
Discover the surprising strength of an eggshell.
Sandy Shores and Summer School
Encourage your child to play, observe, and ask questions at the beach, then explore the answers together.
Playing With Recyclables: Twice as Nice
by Ellen Church
Reduce, reuse, recycle . . . to create, build, and learn.
Get Started on a Science Project
by Debbe Geiger
Don your lab coat and help your child choose a topic that will bring out his best work.

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