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.
This apple life cycle spinner worksheet has been one of the easiest ways to introduce plant science at the preschool and kindergarten level. Simple, visual, and fun to play with. My son loved spinning the top wheel to see each stage appear, and it helped him remember how apples grow without needing a long explanation….
Get ready for an adventure with our free parts of a crab worksheet. We’ve got you covered with these free homeschool printables that introduce your little explorers to the incredible world of crabs. The activity sheet highlights the key components of a crab, covering six important parts: the abdomen, swimming legs, eyes, antennae, walking legs,…
Talk Like a Pirate Day activities are a fun way to mix learning, creativity, and a little silliness into your day, whether you’re at home or in the classroom. We’ve used these themed printables and games over the years to bring out some big laughs, practice writing skills, and sneak in a bit of pirate-themed…
Working through animal life cycle activities has been a great way for us to explore how creatures grow and change. Seeing my child engage with each stage, through crafts, coloring pages, or life cycle worksheets, has shown how these hands-on activities spark curiosity and make learning meaningful. It’s a fun and interactive approach that keeps…
As Christmas will be with us any minute (I have no idea where this year has gone already!) I wanted to put together a list of educational Christmas activities that we will be doing this December. In December we tend to put away the core curriculum we have been working on, and instead focus on…
This pumpkin life cycle coloring page ended up in our kitchen after a trip to the farmers’ market, when my son asked how a pumpkin actually starts. We used it that afternoon, he colored while I talked through each stage, and it turned into one of those rare printables that actually sparked a good conversation….
This chicken life cycle coloring page is a fun way for kids to learn how a chick grows from an egg into an adult chicken. With simple illustrations to color, this activity makes it easy for young learners to understand each stage of development. Whether you’re introducing farm animals or exploring life cycles, this life…
Thanksgiving will be here before we know it, so I wanted to create a huge list of Thanksgiving homeschool activities. These Thanksgiving activities for kids can of course also be used by school children who are on holiday that week. All of these fun Thanksgiving activities and lesson plans are aimed at kids from the…
Looking for an engaging way to teach kids about human cells? This human cell worksheet bundle helps elementary and middle school students identify different cell types and their essential functions in the body. From neurons that send signals to red blood cells that carry oxygen, these worksheets make learning about human biology interactive and engaging….
Kids will love learning about bees with this bee life cycle coloring page! As they color each stage, from egg to adult, they’ll gain a deeper understanding of how these incredible insects grow and their essential role in pollination. This hands-on free life cycle worksheet is perfect for nature studies, science lessons, or a fun…
Watching a frog grow from an egg to a hopping adult is an incredible transformation, and this frog life cycle coloring page brings that journey to life in a fun and engaging way. Perfect for young learners, this life cycle worksheet helps children visualize each stage. From tiny eggs to wiggling tadpoles and, finally, fully…
A sea turtle life cycle coloring page is a simple and engaging way to introduce kids to how these fascinating marine animals grow from egg to adult. This free life cycle worksheet highlights each stage, encouraging early learning through hands-on creativity. Whether you’re doing a sea life unit or just want an easy science activity,…
Exploring the ladybug life cycle coloring page is a fun and interactive way for kids to learn about metamorphosis! This free printable makes it easy to visualize each stage—from tiny eggs to the iconic spotted adult. This hands-on activity strengthens fine motor skills and encourages curiosity while making learning fun. Whether used in a homeschool…
A life cycle of a butterfly coloring page is a simple and engaging way to help kids explore how butterflies grow and change through each stage of metamorphosis. We used this during a spring science unit, and it sparked so many great conversations, especially around the chrysalis stage, which felt almost magical. This hands-on life…
Get ready for an adventure with our free parts of a polar bear worksheet. We’ve got you covered with these polar bear printables that introduce your little explorers to the incredible world of polar bears. The activity sheet highlights the key components of a polar bear, covering six important parts: ears, eyes, snout, claws, fur,…