Science is one of our favorite subjects to explore, especially when it’s hands-on and fun. Whether you’re teaching in the classroom or learning at home, these science activities and printables make complex topics more engaging for kids.
From life cycles and weather to STEM challenges and themed worksheets, this collection includes a wide variety of science ideas for elementary students. Scroll down to find interactive resources that help spark curiosity and make learning stick.
Science color by number worksheets became one of my favorite low-prep ways to sneak in science when my son just wanted to color. Instead of a full lesson, we’d sit down with crayons and talk about planets, magnets, or microscopes, just enough to get him curious. These worked especially well during quiet time or transitions…
This sunflower life cycle coloring page has been a simple but effective way for us to learn about how plants grow. Seeing each stage, seed, sprout, stem, and finally the bright yellow flower, helps kids connect the dots in a way that’s clear and memorable. Coloring keeps it fun, while the step-by-step layout makes it…
Explore the fascinating processes of the rock cycle with this engaging rock cycle crossword puzzle! This printable crossword puzzle is a fantastic way for students to reinforce their understanding of key terms and concepts related to the rock cycle, including the formation of igneous rock, sedimentary rock, and metamorphic rock. The crossword puzzle is perfect…
Our types of birds worksheet is a fantastic way to introduce children to the fascinating world of birds. This printable activity helps kids recognize different bird species through engaging and interactive tasks. Designed for elementary school students, it provides an educational experience that can be used both in the classroom and at home. This free…
Our bee word scramble printable is a fantastic activity to engage children in learning while having fun. Perfect for themed lessons, this printable helps enhance vocabulary and spelling skills through an entertaining puzzle. Featuring bee-related words, it’s an ideal educational tool for both classrooms and homes, making learning about bees enjoyable and interactive. Not only…
Learning about inventors and their groundbreaking inventions can be incredibly inspiring for students, especially those in upper elementary through middle school. The inventors and inventions worksheets are designed to spark curiosity and creativity in young minds, introducing them to the brilliant inventors who have shaped our world. Add this to your homeschool science curriculum or…
Landforms worksheets are a fantastic way to spark curiosity and learning in young minds. Our free printable worksheets introduce children to various landforms through engaging coloring and tracing activities. We designed these free preschool science worksheets to make learning fun and accessible. Each page features four sections where children can color an image of the…
Planning your 7th grade homeschool curriculum can feel overwhelming, but after years of homeschooling, we’ve found a mix of structured and flexible programs that truly work. It’s hard to believe how quickly we’ve reached this stage—what once felt like a distant milestone is now our reality. Over the years, we’ve explored a variety of homeschooling…
Anatomy books for kids have been a huge hit in our home, especially once my son started asking questions like, “Where does my food go?” or “How do my bones move?” We’ve explored a wide range of human body books over the years—from simple lift-the-flap ones to detailed guides that even taught me something new….
This free parts of a shark worksheet made shark anatomy more approachable when we worked through an ocean unit at home. My son found it easier to remember each part once he could label them himself and connect the names to their functions. This printable introduces key anatomy terms through labeling, coloring, and tracing, ideal…
Educational videos for kids helped me turn screen time into something useful, especially during busy homeschool days. Some made tricky topics click, others just gave my son a fun way to stay curious about the world. Whether you’re looking for phonics songs, science experiments, or creative art lessons, these are the learning videos we’ve actually…
Finding the best coding websites for kids can transform screen time into a fun, educational experience. Whether your child is a beginner experimenting with block coding or ready to tackle real programming languages like Python and JavaScript, the right platforms make all the difference. These websites teach kids essential problem-solving and logic skills through interactive…
Virtual field trips for homeschoolers open up a world of educational opportunities without leaving home. These digital excursions are perfect for integrating diverse, immersive experiences into your homeschool curriculum. Virtual museum tours are cost-effective and logistically simple and provide access to global destinations and subjects that might otherwise be out of reach. From exploring natural…
These types of sharks worksheets were a fun way for us to combine marine biology and critical thinking during our ocean unit. My son enjoyed figuring out which shark matched each clue, especially once he realized how different they really are. With ten species to explore, this printable set introduces key facts in a simple…
An insect word search is a fun way to build bug vocabulary while giving kids a quiet, screen-free activity they can do at home or in the classroom. We’ve used this printable during nature study weeks, rainy afternoons, and even on long car rides—it’s always a hit. With 20 insect names to find, including favorites…