Kindergarten is such an incredible time in a kid’s life. It’s like this magical phase where their curiosity is off the charts. Every day, they’re brimming with questions and ready to discover the world around them. And as teachers, we get to be part of that adventure.
Now, one of the most exciting ways to channel all that boundless curiosity is through science. In kindergarten, science isn’t just a subject – it’s an epic journey. From bugs in the backyard to stars in the night sky, these little explorers are natural scientists, eager to dive into the mysteries of the universe.
But, to really fire up their passion for science, we need some killer resources. We’re talking about stuff that’s not just educational but also fun. If you’re looking for fun kindergarten science activities, you’re in the right place!
How do you make science fun for kindergarten? Try out these activities!
Kindergarten Science Push and Pull Worksheets
Are you looking for some engaging activities and plans for your Push and Pull unit?
This is a week unit focusing on Push and Pull Forces. It has a journal, rubric, lesson plans, inquiry lessons, printables to reinforce concepts, a home connection project, songs, video links, and 4 posters to display in the classroom.
Day and Night Activities
Save time with this planned-out unit on Day and Night. Meet standards using links to games, posters, music for hooks, sorting activities, and a daily data journal. Your students will be engaged with this unit!
Kindergarten Science Solar Eclipse Activities
Need a fun, engaging week unit with activities to teach about the Sun, Moon and Earth using the Solar Eclipse this year? You’ll love this kindergarten lesson plan! It covers standards for K-2, models, home connections, collecting data, diagrams, shadows, gravity, links and more!
What is a Scientist
Need a fun, engaging Introductory Unit for The Practice of Science? Check out these 3 weeks of lesson plans with printables. This resource covers What is a Scientist Science Tools, and The Scientific Method with Inquiry lessons!
Properties of Matter
Be that amazing teacher who uses hands-on inquiry lessons to help students retain information about matter. I have you covered with a daily data journal, rubrics, 3 inquiry lessons, posters, links, and printables to teach liquids, solids, and gases!
If you love all these science resources and want even more, make sure to check out this year-long kindergarten science curriculum bundle!
This comprehensive and engaging science curriculum has 12 units with inquiry lessons, STEM activities, data notebooks, rubrics, print-and-go worksheets, home projects, and so much more. Check it out!
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