Physical Science for Kids

Grab some physical science ideas for kids in third, fourth, and fifth grade. You can give your geology activities some pizzazz!
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Teaching Convection with Simple, Hands-on Experiments | Teaching, Physical science activities, What is heat
Teaching Convection with Simple, Hands-on Experiments
When teaching convection, try this simple experiment. Fourth grade students add colored cold water to a glass of hot water and watch it sink. Read more at Enjoy-Teaching.com.
How to Teach Conduction of Heat, or Thermal Energy | Thermal energy, Thermal energy transfer, Conduction
How to Teach Conduction of Heat, or Thermal Energy
Wondering how to teach conduction of thermal energy? Begin with a metal spoon in a bowl. Ask kids to touch the handle of the spoon. Then pour hot water in the bowl. In a few minutes, they will feel that heat has been conducted from the hot water to the handle.
In this activity, kids rearrange small items to simulate photosynthesis. | Fourth grade science, Teaching biology, Science for kids
In this activity, kids rearrange small items to simulate photosynthesis.
In this activity, kids rearrange small items to simulate photosynthesis. It helps fourth and fifth grade students understand that atoms are rearranged in a chemical reaction. Use it to teach about structures and functions of leaves - or anytime you're teaching photosynthesis.
How to Plan Investigations in Science for Kids | Science for kids, Fourth grade science, Science practices
How to Plan Investigations for Kids – It’s Easy
This static electricity experiment controls all but one variable, uses super simple measurement, and can be replicated.
Easy Radiation of Heat Activities for Kids | Teaching energy, Have fun teaching, Fourth grade science
Easy Radiation of Heat Activities for Kids
In the first activity on radiation of heat, third, fourth, or fifth grade students hold their hands near - but not touching - heat sources, such as a radiator, bowl of hot water, or light bulb.
How To Make A Paper Airplane - Disney Planes Free Printables | Make a paper airplane, Paper airplanes, Airplane crafts
How To Make A Paper Airplane - Disney Planes Free Printables
Teaching Law of Conservation of Mass in Fifth Grade
Teaching Law of Conservation of Mass in Fifth Grade
When teaching the law of conservation of mass in fifth grade, begin with crackers. Kids find that no matter is gained or lost when they are broken.
Teaching Properties of Matter with Mystery Powders
Teaching Properties of Matter with Mystery Powders
As kids observe physical and chemical properties of the powders, they record them on a table. Then they compare their findings with a mystery powder to determine what it is.
Physical Science Teaching Ideas and Activities 3rd 4th 5th Grade in 2025 | Physical science, Science activities, Physical science activities
Physical Science Teaching Ideas and Activities 3rd 4th 5th Grade
Looking for ideas and activities for teaching physical science in 3rd, 4th, or 5th grade? Check out this Pinterest board.
How to Teach Magnets Science and Engineering Design | Magnets science, Physical science, Teaching
Magnets Magic Show - Physical Science STEM
Looking for some fresh ideas for teaching magnets? Host a magic show! Read more about how to integrate STEM with physical science - and have some fun.
Must-Have Physical Science Books for Your Elementary Classroom — The Science Penguin | Physics books, Science books, Elementary science
Must-Have Physical Science Books for Your Elementary Classroom — The Science Penguin
Physics Science Experiments for Elementary Aged Kids - Frugal Fun For Boys and Girls | Science experiments kids elementary, Science experiments kids, Science projects for kids
Physics Science Experiments for Elementary Aged Kids - Frugal Fun For Boys and Girls
Physics Science Experiments for Elementary Aged Kids - Hands-on science projects for force and motion, mechanics, magnetism, Electricity, and more.
Battery and Bulb Experiment for Kids | Experiments, Physical science experiments, Effective teaching strategies
Battery and Bulb Experiment
Don't just experiment! Display the results of your battery and bulb experiment. Visit Enjoy-Teaching.com to learn more about this fourth grade electricity activity.
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Transfer of Energy Science Experiment - Frugal Fun For Boys and Girls | Kindergarten science, Physical science activities, Science activities
Transfer of Energy Science Experiment - Frugal Fun For Boys and Girls