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Science & Discovery Activities
Explore the world through experiments, investigations, and STEM learning
✓Screen-Free
✓Ages 2-9
✓Educational
✓Easy Setup
Why Science & Discovery Activities Matter
Critical Thinking: Experiments teach children to observe, hypothesize, and draw conclusions
Natural Curiosity: Hands-on science activities maintain children's innate wonder about how the world works
STEM Foundation: Early positive science experiences build confidence for future learning
Problem-Solving Skills: Scientific thinking translates to better reasoning in all areas of life
Featured Science & Discovery Activities
Ages 2-3Nature⏱️ Approx. 15 min
🌳 Nature Treasure Hunt!
Collect amazing treasures from outside!
Materials
Small basket, box, or bag (For collecting treasures.)
Steps
6 easy steps
Preview: 2 steps shown
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📱 Screen-Free⚡ active
🌟 Parent Win
Connects children with nature, hones observation skills, and can introduce concepts of sorting and categorizing.
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Ages 4-5Science⏱️ Approx. 10 min
☀️ Today's Weather Report with You!
Sunny, cloudy, or rainy? You tell us!
Materials
Paper (optional) (To draw weather symbols.)
+1 more
Steps
6 easy steps
Preview: 2 steps shown
communicationobservationweather+3
📱 Screen-Free⚡ calm
🌟 Parent Win
Develops weather awareness, observation skills, and communication/presentation abilities.
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Ages 4-5Science⏱️ Approx. 15 min
🔬 Mad Scientist Color Lab!
Mix colors, discover new magic!
Materials
Washable paints (red, yellow, blue primarily) (Non-toxic. Tempera or poster paints work well.)
+5 more
Steps
6 easy steps
Preview: 2 steps shown
artcolor-theoryexperiment+3
📱 Screen-Free⚡ calm
🌟 Parent Win
Introduces basic color theory (primary and secondary colors) through hands-on, visual experimentation.
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Ages 6-7Engineering⏱️ Approx. 20 min
🏗️ Epic Tower Build-Off!
Engineer the tallest, strongest tower!
Materials
Empty Cardboard Boxes (assorted sizes) (Cereal boxes, shoe boxes, tissue boxes work great! Lightweight is better.)
+2 more
Steps
6 easy steps
Preview: 2 steps shown
balanceproblem-solvingstem+3
📱 Screen-Free⚡ calm
🌟 Parent Win
Develops structural thinking, problem-solving skills, and understanding of balance and stability.
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Ages 8-9Geography⏱️ Approx. 25 min
🗺️ My Amazing Neighborhood Map!
Chart your world, one street at a time!
Materials
Large sheet of paper or poster board
+2 more
Steps
6 easy steps
Preview: 2 steps shown
spatialmap-skillslocal-awareness+3
📱 Screen-Free⚡ calm
🌟 Parent Win
Develops spatial awareness, local geographical knowledge, observation skills, and an understanding of map conventions.
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Ages 8-9STEM⏱️ Approx. 30 min
🌉 Super Strong Bridge Builders!
Design, build, and test your mighty bridge!
Materials
Drinking straws (paper or plastic) (About 20-30.)
+4 more
Steps
6 easy steps
Preview: 2 steps shown
designengineeringproblem-solving+3
📱 Screen-Free⚡ calm" # Can become moderate
🌟 Parent Win
Introduces basic structural engineering concepts, problem-solving, design thinking, and iterative improvement.
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Ages 8-9Technology⏱️ Approx. 30 min" # Filming/narrating
🎬 Future Filmmakers: Your Documentary!
Research, film, narrate your own true story!
Materials
Smartphone or simple camera/tablet with video capability
+3 more
Steps
6 easy steps
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📱 Screen-Free⚡ active" # If filming involves movement
🌟 Parent Win
Develops research skills, storytelling ability, planning, technological literacy, and confident presentation.
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