2nd grade science experiments

Second grade teachers here is a round up of 20 science experiments that build essential science process skills and align with 2nd grade science standards. I’ve gathered investigations and STEM activities for teaching plant needs, seed dispersal, plant adaptations, properties of matter, reversible changes, water erosion, landforms, earth changes, and much more. I’ve done all of these with my students over the last couple of years and I promise you’ll find several you can use with your…

Two different methods for making a cloud in a jar. What a great weather science activity for kids! || Gift of Curiosity

A fun and easy science experiment for teaching students the difference between a solid, liquid, and gas! This engaging activity uses a plastic water bottle, water, a balloon, and Alka-Seltzer tablets to demonstrate the states of matter in an exciting way. Watch as the reaction inflates the balloon and download a free printable page to enhance the learning experience. Plus, explore an additional Alka-Seltzer Snow Experiment and find more science and STEM ideas for the entire school year.

Looking for a fun and simple science activity that’s sure to entertain the kids?! In this quick, five minute experiment, little chemists mix up their own homemade bouncy balls.

One of the most magical science experiment that only requires a few things to set up, this Rising Water science experiment will easily demonstrate how to rise the water inside the cup or jar without ever touching it! Learn how to do this educational preschooler kids science experiment at home. #KidsScienceExperimentAtHome #SummerKidsLearningActivities #DIYScienceExperiments #PreschoolerActivitiesAtHome

These engaging, hands-on states of matter activities are perfect for children in 2nd grade. The set includes several science labs where kids can observe the different states of matter first-hand and learn what factors cause matter to change, like changes in temperature and changes in force. In this blog post, you'll find kid-friendly activities and resources for your 2nd grade lesson plans. Click through to get started! #StatesOfMatter #StatesOfMatterActivities #2ndGrade #SecondGrade

Learn a changing matter experiment you can easily do at school that is perfect for 2nd grade. This properties of matter ice cream in a bag science experiment is a delicious demonstration of temperature changes matter that students can eat at the end!

These five states of matter activities are perfect to use in your upper elementary science class! These hands-on experiments, lessons, and ideas are just what you need for teaching states of matter in your classroom this year. Click the pin to learn more!

This Walking Water Experiment is a great hands-on science experiment perfect for anytime of the year. There is a free recording sheet printable included. This is perfect for preschool, kindergarten, and first grade students.

Solid, liquid, gas: Pop rocks science experiment for kids

Find 10 fun and hands-on science lessons, activities, and experiments for second grade kids in the classroom or learning at home. Perfect for teachers and parents homeschooling children during school closures or school breaks. Ideal for 2nd and 3rd grade distance learning.

Simple Skittles Science Are you looking for a super simple science experiment that will make your kids say “Wow!”? Check out this sweet Skittles science. I have also included a free printable to go along with this colorful experiment. Keywords: easy science for kids

MAGIC Pepper and Soap Science Experiments for Kids! This simple science experiment is a great way for kids to explore properties like buoyancy and surface tension or even just cause and effect.

This amazing Pencil in Water Bag Experiment is a cool science project for kids with instant wow factor. Best part is you probably have all the supplies.

Investigate how fish breathe underwater by simulating a gill using Koolaid and a coffee filter in this easy science experiment. This is a fun classroom science activity for kids learning about ocean animals, animal adaptations, water habitats, and ecosystems in 2nd grade science.

Every kid loves to play with slime and making it is part of the fun. Even in the 90’s slime was fun to play with it, I don’t remember ever...

What causes a thunderstorm? Use this simple hands-on science experiment to show kids how thunderstorms form.

Kids will be amazed by this Homemade Butter Science project where they will make butter. Grab worksheets and start making edible experiment!

Planning 2nd grade science curriculum doesn’t have to be a struggle! These ready to use science units for 2nd grade students include engaging Power Point lessons, detailed lesson plans, assessments, science experiments, journal activities, and more. Everything you need to teach an organized, high engagement unit is already planned for you in a convenient unit binder! Ideal for second grade classrooms, homeschool, and distance learning.