How to Make a Seed Ball
Learn about Monarch butterflies, the host plants they need, and how to make a seed ball with Iowa PBS and the Blank Park Zoo in Des Moines, Iowa.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Activities Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Square Bubbles
Is a bubble always round? What happens if you use a different shaped bubble wand?
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Fearless Female Scientists
Margaret introduces us to female scientists who pushed past prejudices to make amazing discoveries – Marie Curie, Marie Tharp and Jane Goodall.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
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Foam Fountain
Create a fantastic foaming fountain with just a few household ingredients!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Math Mess
A “Math Mess” is an everyday problem that requires an inquisitive mind, determination and a little number sense to solve. Math Messes can pop up when you least expect them — and in each short, animated Math Mess video, you’ll meet some mathematically-challenged characters who are right smack in the middle of one.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Bumblebee Bonanza
What do bumblebees do all day? Using the Science-U campers’ tips as a guide, you can safely observe bees at home and learn what bumblebees do all day!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Can You “Water” Plants With Other Liquids?
Most seeds need warmth, light, and water to start growing. But what happens when you replace water with other types of liquids? Test them out using this experiment!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Womens Suffrage in the Progressive Era
In this interactive lesson you’ll learn about the Women’s Suffrage Movement in the Progressive Era. Explore the factors that led to a demand for social and economic change by examining the life and work of two influential women’s rights leaders of this era–Mary Church Terrell and Jeannette Rankink.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
The Great American Read
Explore and celebrate the power of reading. Investigate how and why writers create their fictional worlds, how we as readers are affected by these stories, and what different books have to say about our diverse nation and our shared human experience.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Backwash
Does saliva really wash back into the milk carton from your mouth when you take a drink? Test it for yourself using powdered drink mix and see what happens!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Strawberry DNA
Is strawberry DNA extraction possible?All living things store genetic information in DNA, but can you actually extract DNA from a plant and see it with the naked eye?
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Water A Plant Challenge
Follow along with this engineering challenge to create a contraption to water a plant from 3 feet away with this Growing Great video from Camp TV, then try it out for yourself.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Owl Pellets
Can you determine what’s in an owl’s food chain? Find out what’s on an owl’s menu by dissecting an owl pellet – a regurgitated ball of undigested food that is part of an owl’s digestive process. Try it!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Election Foundations
In this video, students are introduced to why we have presidential elections in the United States. They will learn what a constitutional democracy is and how the government gets its power from the consent of its citizens.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
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Popsicle Stick Explosion
Woven popsicle sticks are a blend of art, math, science and just enough mischief to make it an engineering feat of awesomeness!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
The Civil Rights Movement
Brimming with comprehensive, cross-curricular content, this virtual collection invites students into an engaging exploration of some of the most significant events of the Civil Rights Movement.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
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Blood Pressure
Learn how to use a stethoscope and a blood pressure cuff to measure blood pressure. Can different activities change blood pressure? Gather a group of friends and try it!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Blood | Science Trek
This video segment from IdahoPTV’s Science Trek defines the 4 parts of blood and shows the rest of the circulatory system. Discover where blood is made, how long a blood cell lives, what blood types are, why blood is red, and what a transfusion is.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Arbeit Macht Frei: Murals of the Holocaust
Jeff Jamner is the son of Holocaust survivors. In this video segment, Jamner examines a mural that depicts the entrance to a concentration camp with its sign, “Arbeit Macht Frei” (Work Makes You Free).
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Lemon Batteries
Batteries consist of two different metals suspended in an acidic solution. Is it possible to use the acid in a lemon to power a light? Try it to find out!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Smooshy Slime
Who doesn’t love slime? Slime is oobleck’s ooey-gooey cousin, and another example of a non-Newtonian fluid. When all of the ingredients in this activity are combined you get a squishy substance that is fun to stretch, shape, and smoosh. Try it!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Analyzing King’s “I Have a Dream” Speech
In this video, schoolchildren take turns reading from Martin Luther King, Jr.’s famous “I Have a Dream Speech” on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Are Viruses Germs?
What we call “germs” are actually a group of different kinds of microscopic organisms. What are they and what steps should you take to protect yourself?
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Plaster Casting
Can you make a plaster cast like a crime scene investigator? You can set up your own mystery, or just have fun making plaster casts out of anything you want!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Marvelous Meringues
Beating egg whites causes an amazing change. When you add sugar and bake them, more changes happen! Go from slimy egg white to fluffy foam to a crunchy solid and delicious cookie while learning about the science behind the marvelous meringue.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Homemade Snow Globe
What does your winter wonderland look like? Bring it to life by creating your own snow globe.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Dental Decay
Tooth enamel is tough but can be eroded by acids in your mouth. Test the acid levels in your favorite drinks with pH test strips, then soak shark teeth or eggshells in each drink to see if the acid weakens tooth enamel. Try it!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Why Are There So Few Women in Computer Science?
Today, we think of computer science as a field dominated by men, but women have a long and important history in the field. So what changed?
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Interfaith Holiday Traditions
When Christmas and the first night of Hanukkah fall on the same day, interfaith families who observe both holidays face an unusual challenge. Learn how one interfaith family balances their two faiths.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Magic Milk
When food coloring and soap are added to whole milk, strange things happen. Will the same thing happen with kinds of milk that have different fat contents?
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Holiday Food Traditions From Around the World
Many of us treasure our holiday food traditions, especially if there’s a family recipe that has been passed down through the generations. Explore food traditions enjoyed by families around the world during the holidays, and maybe add some new recipes to your holiday traditions!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
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Blood Pressure
Do you know what your blood pressure is? Learn how to use a stethoscope and a blood pressure cuff to measure blood pressure. Can different activities change blood pressure? Gather a group of friends and try it!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Reaction Time
How fast does the eye send messages to the brain and the brain send messages to your hand muscles to react in time to catch a falling object? Find out using the ruler test!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Why Is Pumpkin Spice So Good?
Pumpkin spice lattes, pumpkin spice cookies, pumpkin spice cereal… why is it in the fall we just can’t get enough of the good stuff? Margaret shares why we love everything pumpkin spice.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
All About the Holidays: Veterans’ Day
Veteran’s Day is a national day of remembrance to honor military veterans across the country. Learn why and how the day became a national day of observance!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Can you “water” plants with other liquids?
Most seeds need warmth, light, and water to start growing. But what happens when you replace water with other types of liquids? Test them out using this experiment!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Native American Heritage Collection
Take a look at Indigenous art, history, and culture as told through the historians, artists, students, and scientists in this featured resource collection.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Air Pressure Rockets
How do you launch a rocket without using fuel?
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Energy Carousel
Have you ever ridden on a carousel or merry-go-round at an amusement park? Usually, these rides are powered by electricity, but you can make your own carousel toy while exploring some basic energy concepts.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Pipe Cleaner Pumpkins
What kind of pumpkin can your child create with this fun and easy Halloween decoration activity? 🎃 All you need are some pipe cleaners and scissors to get started!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Mars Egg Lander
How do you drop an egg without breaking it? NASA faced a huge challenge when they safely landed the Mars Exploration Rovers on the surface of Mars. Can you design a capsule that would protect a raw egg dropped from several stories to the ground? Try it!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Your Brain on Books
Turns out reading isn’t just about getting a good story! Margaret explains the benefits of reading, including increased vocabulary and empathy. Watch the video together and then discuss using the included discussion questions.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Soda Geyser
Explore the science behind the reaction caused by dropping Mentos® into soda.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Community Stories
Explore this collection of videos celebrating the stories and traditions of indigenous people from Hawai’i, Alaska, Mississippi, and Massachusetts.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
WPSU Virtual Field Trips
WPSU presents virtual field trips of the Centre Country Recycling and Refuse Authority and Fort Roberdeau with more to come!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
What is Empathy?
When Arthur takes his teasing too far, it upsets Sue Ellen. Can Arthur find a way to apologize for bullying Sue Ellen and save their friendship? Explore the topic of empathy in this interactive comic, So Funny I Forgot to Laugh, based on the characters and storyline from the PBS children’s series ARTHUR.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Density Tower
Make colorful layers using liquids of varying densities, then experiment to see which items sink or float to each layer!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Why Do We Have Seasons?
Explore what causes seasons on Earth in this interactive adapted from NASA materials that features four cities at different latitudes. Use this resource to view how Earth’s axial tilt causes seasons from different perspectives.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Do Leaves Breathe?
Before all the leaves change color and drop grab a green living leak off a tree and try this simple experiment in your home.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Latino Americans
Explore the history, people and issues chronicled in the PBS series, Latino Americans in this collection of lesson plans and videos.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Bouncing Egg
Turn a regular, raw egg into a “bouncy ball” in this simple, yet fun experiment.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Code Your Way Through the Galaxy
Children apply geometry concepts to create patterns and shapes to program their ship to race through the galaxy, learning about computer programming along the way.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Binary Bracelets
Learn how to make a bead bracelet (or necklace or keychain) that spells your name in binary code.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Family Food Traditions
Jalani and his mom talk about cooking together and their family’s cooking traditions in this video. Use the Health Eating handout that accompanies the video to guide a discussion with your child.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Pancake Science
Pancakes are a popular family breakfast item, and making them together provides a chance to use math and science skills.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Oobleck
Can something be both a solid and a liquid?
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
How to be Civically Engaged
In this collection of videos and activities, explore the different (and interesting) ways you can become more civically engaged.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Water Filter
Can you make muddy water crystal clear?
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Managing Worries
Effectively managing worries is a building block for successful problem solving and making good choices in the future. Try these activities for confronting negative thoughts and help “turn down the noise” made by anxiety.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Blood Pressure
Learn how to use a stethoscope and a blood pressure cuff to measure blood pressure. Can different activities change blood pressure?
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Dances of the Americas
Through live performances and interviews, the collection represents a wide variety of cultures and styles of dance among Native American tribes.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Magic Milk
When food coloring and soap are added to whole milk, strange things happen.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Pattern Power
Practice creating and replicating patterns—an important math skill—with this simple activity.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
The Big Sale
Solve unit rate problems to determine the best deal per ounce of grocery items.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Do leaves breathe?
Create an environment to observe leaves breathing.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Relaxation & Breathing
As we begin to think about school starting we may feel a little anxious. Try these breathing techniques to calm your mind and body.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Summer of Reading
Get summer started on the right page with PBS LearningMedia’s Summer of Reading collection!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Reaction Time
How fast does your brain send messages to your body?
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Animal Chefs
The chefs at the Monterey Bay Aquarium prepare meals daily to feed a variety of animals. Learn how these chefs work to tempt the taste buds of thousands of species.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Bumblebee Bonanza
What do bumblebees do all day?
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Pennies and Water
Test how many pennies you can put in a full glass of water without letting any leak over the edges.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Space Day
Here from a member of the US Space Force and an Astronaut! Learn what it takes to travel to space.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Air Pressure Rockets
How do you launch a rocket without using fuel?
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Invent Apps That Help Others and Build Empathy
Discover how new apps are improving the lives of people with a disability or illness and helping to raise empathy.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Bumblebee Bonanza
What do bumblebees do all day?
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Density Tower
Make colorful layers using liquids of varying densities.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Cartoon Academy
Practice drawing cartoon characters while learning educational facts on the cartoon subjects by cartoonist Joe Wos.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Do leaves breathe?
Create an environment to observe leaves breathing.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Nature: At-Home Activities
Try out these activities to learn more about animals in nature.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Generation Nation: Self-Reflection & Interviewing Activity
In these activities, students will draw inspiration from Generation Nation: A PBS American Portrait Story to complete a self-reflection about their life, goals, and anxieties.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Energy Carousel
Make your own carousel toy while exploring some basic energy concepts.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Garden Health and Maintenance
Learn about what a garden needs to remain healthy. Explore the choices that lead to a thriving garden like choosing the best location, preparing the soil, and knowing when to water the plants.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Do Leaves Breathe?
Create an environment to observe leaves breathing.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Healthy Eating
Healthy eating helps keep a healthy mind. Learn more with the Healthy Lunchtime Challenge, a nationwide recipe contest for kids that promotes cooking and healthy eating.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Blood Pressure
What affects blood pressure?
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Living and Working in Space
Explore the International Space Station (ISS), a unique laboratory that orbits 250 miles above the Earth at a speed of five miles per second, seeing a sunrise every 90 minutes!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Air Pressure Rockets
How do you launch a rocket without using fuel?
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Bumblebee Bonanza
What do bumblebees do all day?
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Bird Migration
Learn about migration, the seasonal movement of animals from one location to another.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Oratory Tips and Tricks
Looking to give a speech? How you use your voice makes a huge difference.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Magic Milk
What makes food coloring dance in milk?
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
From “Screen” to “Green”
Encourage outdoor exploration with these free apps from PBS and beyond.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Do Leaves Breathe?
In this experiment, create an environment where you can see this carbon dioxide/oxygen exchange happening in leaves!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Pancake Science
Work on some serious math and science lessons while making pancakes.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
What It Is like to Be Autistic | Move to Include
Learn more about autism spectrum disorder through 26-year-old Tyler Leech’s story.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Five Senses
In this Science Trek, host Joan Cartan-Hansen and her guests will answer students’ questions about our five senses.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Do Leaves Breathe?
How similar are we to leaves? Create an environment to observe leaves breathing.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Things Explained: Personal Protective Equipment
In this episode of Things Explained, we talk with a Georgia nurse who is caring for coronavirus patients and examine why PPE is in such high demand during the global pandemic.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Can You Water Plants with Other Liquids?
Most seeds need warmth, light, and water to start growing. But what happens when you replace water with other types of liquids? Test them out using this experiment!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Social and Emotional Learning with Arthur
Use these Arthur resources to take action and improve your world!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Pollen in Spring
Why does everything turn yellow in spring? Try this activity to find out!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
How Does a Soda Geyser Work?
Try it yourself with step by step instructions and guided scientific questions available in the downloadable handout.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
What’s in an Owl Pellet?
See how our Science-U campers did it, then try it yourself with step-by-step instructions and guided scientific questions available in the downloadable handout.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Strategies of Women’s Suffrage
Learn about the groundbreaking strategies women used to give rise to the largest expansion of voting rights in American history.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Odd Squad Collection
Odd Squad agents use effective mathematical practices and critical mathematics concepts and skills to ultimately solve each case. In other words: Odd is the problem, math is the solution.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Finding Your Roots: The Seedlings
“Finding Your Roots: The Seedlings” follows 13 young people in a genetics and genealogy camp as they explore their family history and DNA ancestry with techniques never before used in an educational setting.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
How Do You Drop an Egg Without Breaking It?
Try it yourself with step by step instructions and guided scientific questions available in the downloadable student handout.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Slavery and Freedom
This virtual journey explores the complexities of slavery and freedom in antebellum Savannah through the lens of the Owens-Thomas House & Slave Quarters.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
How Do You Drop an Egg Without Breaking It?
Try it yourself with step by step instructions and guided scientific questions available in the downloadable student handout.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
The Big Sale Game
Solve unit rate problems to determine the best deal per ounce of grocery items.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Healthy Snack Ideas for Kids
You can encourage healthy eating by talking to your kids about nutrition, involving them in their food choices, and leading by example.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Does Backwash Really Happen?
Try it yourself with step-by-step instructions and guided scientific questions available in the downloadable student handout.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Woven Heart Baskets
Learn how to make these lovely baskets and fill them with sweets or greeting cards for Valentine’s Day!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Can You Transform a Regular Car into a Pullback Car?
Try it yourself with our step-by-step instructions and guided scientific questions available in the downloadable support materials.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Building a Snow Shelter
This DragonflyTV segment illustrates how snow and clouds affect air temperatures and serve as insulators against extreme cold and heat.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
The Questioning Cube
Practice reading comprehension by asking questions about short stories and passages.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
What Affects Blood Pressure?
Can different activities change blood pressure? Gather a group of friends and try it!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Presidential Inauguration
This episode of Social Studies Shorts explores what happens on this exciting day and looks at interesting moments from past inaugurations.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
History of Magnification
Understand the unpredictable way that innovation works, and explore the cascade of advancements in disease control and astronomy that 16th-century innovations in lens making prompted.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Square Bubbles
Is a bubble always round?
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Bird Journal
Winter is a fun time to watch birds in your yard. Many feathered friends even enjoy the snow, and you can keep track of them with this journal.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
STEM Careers Collection
Watch as some people in STEM careers profile their positions in STEM and what it entails.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Density Tower
Make colorful layers using liquids of varying densities, then experiment to see which items sink or float to each layer!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Spiced Oatmeal Muffins
This hearty and healthy snack will power your child’s daily adventures.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
New Year’s Eve Origami Popper
To close out the year and welcome a new one, celebrate with some paper poppers! And learn how to say “Happy New Year” in different languages.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Mission: Materials Science
The Penn State Center for Nanoscale Science is developing a new interactive website with informal educational content to explore how materials have unexpected behaviors that lead to new, innovative technologies.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Kindness Campaign
Watch and listen to these inspiring one of a kind kindness stories. Then download the Kindness Bingo cards to spread kindness in your community!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
The Detective’s Notebook Game
You get to be a detective! Sort through clues in a story to predict what will happen next.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Pattern Power
Practice creating and replicating patterns—an important math skill—with this simple activity.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Energy Carousel
Make your own carousel toy while exploring some basic energy concepts.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
All About Hanukkah
Hanukkah is a Jewish celebration, but anyone can find meaning in the holiday. Check out the origins of the tradition, and how it is observed today.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Thankful Tree
Celebrate the beauty of fall by creating a festive centerpiece for your Thanksgiving table!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Reaction Time
Who in your family has the quickest reaction time? Thanksgiving is the perfect time to experiment with different family members!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Pancake Science
Work on some serious math and science lessons while making pancakes.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Who are the Northern Arapaho?
In this video and accompanying lesson plans, students will learn how the Northern Arapaho came to Wyoming, what are the Arapaho values, and why were Arapaho tribal names changed?
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Do leaves breathe?
In this experiment, create an environment where you can see this carbon dioxide/oxygen exchange happening in leaves!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Create a Kindness Tree
Kindness can grow! Create a Kindness Tree in your house to watch your kind acts multiply.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Energy Carousel
Make your own carousel toy while exploring some basic energy concepts.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Arthur and Francine Go to War
Watch this Arthur episode to learn about the complexities of the voting process.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Bouncing Egg
Turn a regular egg into a bouncing egg.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
How to Use Children’s Books to Talk About Race and Racism
Picture books help create a safe place to start when talking to children about race and racism. Use this list of suggested books to start your conversation.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Foam Fountain
Create a fantastic foaming fountain with a few household ingredients!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Build it From Nature
The natural world serves as inspiration for human inventions, such as scuba fins, the Bullet Train, and VELCRO. Use this worksheet to learn more examples, and then search for more in your neighborhood.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Bumblebee Bonanza
What do bumblebees do all day?
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
DragonFly TV – Leaves
Why do leaves change color in the Fall? In this video, the students explore to find out!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Pancake Science
Work on some serious math and science lessons while making pancakes.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Chef Cookie Pops
Create these delightful desserts for your cooking-themed party! Let every little guest enjoy their very own delicious ‘chef’ cookie pop.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Blood Pressure
Learn how to use a stethoscope and a blood pressure cuff to measure blood pressure. Can different activities change blood pressure? Gather a group of friends and try it!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Personal Protective Equipment Explained
In this episode of Things Explained, we talk with a Georgia nurse who is caring for coronavirus patients and examine why PPE is in such high demand during the global pandemic.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Pattern Power
Practice creating and replicating patterns—an important math skill—with this simple activity.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Play a Storytelling Game
In this activity, your child will use her imagination and practice storytelling by rolling homemade dice to tell a unique story!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Square Bubbles
Most bubble wands are circular, so is that why bubbles come out round?
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
DIY Fun Time Spinners
Sometimes parents need children to play quietly while they work or take a break. Create a Fun Time Spinner with activities your child can do alone, and one with family activities!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Pancake Science
Breakfast can be a learning experience! Work on some serious math and science lessons while making pancakes.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Helping Kids Cope with Back to School Anxiety
“STOP” is a 4-step plan you can use to gain more control over anxiety-causing situations like back-to-school.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Pull Back Cars
Can you transform a toy car into a pull back car?
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Exploring Hot and Cold Changes
You and your child can investigate what happens when you heat solid materials and then cool the materials.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Bumblebee Bonanza
What do bumblebees do all day?
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Nature Paint Brushes
You need a paintbrush to paint your nature-y masterpiece! What will you use to make your paintbrush?
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Air Pressure Rockets
How do you launch a rocket without using fuel?
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Exploring Weather
Does your child like to splash in rain puddles or watch the clouds as they move across the sky? You can help your child learn about weather by making a simple weather chart together and observing the weather with all their senses!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Do leaves breathe?
Plants use their leaves to recycle carbon dioxide and turn it into food for themselves and oxygen for us. In this experiment, create an environment where you can see this carbon dioxide/oxygen exchange happening!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Watch a Seed Grow
When seeds are in the soil, it is impossible to observe all of their growth. Use fast-growing seeds in this experiment, and you and your child can closely monitor all of the stages of growth a seed experiences!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Magic Milk
What makes food coloring dance in milk?
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Make Glowing Water
Create “glowing water” by adding the contents of a non-toxic highlighter to water. This project is a great way to learn about bioluminescence in nature.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Science-U @home
Mentos Explosion
What is the secret behind the reaction between carbonated cola and little mint candies that makes such an explosion? Try it!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Outdoor Water Blob
Make the perfect activity for hot summer days: a water blob!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
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Energy Carousel
Have you ever ridden on a carousel or merry-go-round at an amusement park? Usually, these rides are powered by electricity, but you can make your own carousel toy while exploring some basic energy concepts.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Forces of Gravity
In this interactive, student driven lesson, students watch videos about gravity and investigate the motion of falling objects on Earth and on the Moon.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
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Reaction Time
How fast does the eye send messages to the brain and the brain send messages to your hand muscles to react in time to catch a falling object? Find out using the ruler test!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Arthur Takes a Stand
Watch this episode of PBS Kid’s show Arthur, where Arthur thinks his school cafeteria worker is being treated unfairly and seeks guidance from Congressman John Lewis
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
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Bumblebee Bonanza
Penn State entomologists visited Science-U Nature Camp and took the campers to the Penn State Arboretum to observe bumblebees in action. Campers share how to safely observe bees.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Build a Bug Hotel
Try making your own insect home – or ‘hotel’ – out of upcycled items, to give bugs somewhere to live in your yard. They’ll repay you when they help control pests and pollinate your plants.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
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Density Tower
Make colorful layers using liquids of varying densities, then experiment to see which items sink or float to each layer!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Celebrate World Cultures with Let’s Go Luna!
Hear stories, play through situations, and learn how to make crafts from cultures near and far.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
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Air Pressure Rockets
Can you make a rocket and figure out how to launch it without any fuel? Try it!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Think Creatively Like Ben Franklin
This lesson will help you discover more about the many creative endeavors of Benjamin Franklin and imagine what his modern-day social media posts might look like.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
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Pancake Science
Math can be delicious? Cooking up a plate of fluffy buttermilk pancakes isn’t just a great life skill, it’s also an opportunity to work in some serious math and science lessons.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
The Return of Symmetric Al
Odd Squad airs at 5:00 p.m. weekdays, where you can see the zaniest, craziest team of kid investigators around! Help the Odd Squad solve the mystery of Symmetric Al with this printable activity.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
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Energy Carousel
Have you ever ridden on a carousel or merry-go-round at an amusement park? Usually, these rides are powered by electricity, but you can make your own carousel toy while exploring some basic energy concepts.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Practicing Teamwork with Arthur
These two simple games use household items to help children learn the importance of cooperation and working together.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
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Do Leaves Breathe?
Plants use their leaves to recycle carbon dioxide and turn it into food for themselves and oxygen for us. In this experiment, create an environment where you can see this carbon dioxide/oxygen exchange happening!
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
Exploring Animal Life
If you want to investigate your backyard like the Kratt brothers, this list of activities from PBS Parents can get you started.
Suggested for Grades 4 to 8
