Gummy Worm Measurements Children use gummy worms to learn about estimation and measurement for science learning.		Making a Wind Vane Children study air movements by making a wind vane.
The Ants Have It! To lure ants for classroom study, students apply their knowledge of this insect to create ant...		Animal Apartments Children learn what animals and insects make homes in each soil habitat. Also print a copy of...
Basics of Bird-Watching Read how to go birding with your class.		Soil Searching Students collect and handle samples of clay, silt, and sand soil.
Project Reptile Assign a project that involves elementary students building a reptile exhibit.		Soil Scientists Children learn how people in the community work to conserve natural resources.
Whirly Copter This activity shows the ability and power of air.		Box Up Your Habitat The Envirobox Project involves six classes from around the U.S. sending each other a shoebox...
How Can You Test to See If Air Takes Up Space? An in-class or take-home activity focusing on air and the space it takes up.		Second-Grade Soil Scientists A soil scientist visits a classroom with an aquarium complete with soil layers, life-like...
How Can You Pour Air? Children experiment with the concept of whether or not air can be poured.		Understanding Chlorophyll Children learn about chlorophyll and its importance in plants in this science activity.
What is Another Way to Feel Air Pressure? Working in pairs, students use suction cups to investigate air pressure.		Looking for Signs of Photosynthesis Children will learn and experiment with photosynthesis in this science activity.
Air, Air, Everywhere Students create moving air, or wind, using plastic bottles.		Starting a Leaf Exchange Program The leaf exchange program will help students learn about leaves in different areas while making...
How Can You Crush a Gallon Can Without Touching It? This teacher demonstration shows students the great force of air pressure.		Experiment in Chromatography Children experiment with chromatography, using leaves to examine chlorophyll and color...