A team led by the Italian National Institute for Astrophysics discovered the most distant known fossil galaxy — a relic of ...

Why it made the cut: Weighing only 0.15 pounds, this pocket microscope is a great way for kids to get closer to nature during hikes, camping trips, and other outdoor adventures. This compact ...

As light travels from the sun to Earth, it's absorbed and emitted by tiny particles, which scatter white light into different colors. ... BONUS: 5 Fun Science Experiments for Kids (w/ Grover!) ...

Science kits are a great way to get kids curious about our world and beyond. After all, these kits have the power to captivate, teach STEM skills, and entertain all at once. If your child is ...

The 10 Best Science Toys for Kids to Learn, Experiment, and Create Whether your kid loves to explore the outdoors or engineer buildings, these toys are as entertaining as they are educational.

5 magic science experiments for kids. These tricks will make your children think they have superpowers—but it’s really all about the science.

At 1% the speed of light, it would take a little over a second to get from Los Angeles to New York. This is more than 10,000 times faster than a commercial jet. The fastest things ever made ...

Counting the stars. Astronomers don’t know exactly how many stars are in each of those 2 trillion galaxies. Most are so distant, there’s no way to tell precisely.

Kids who have dogs get significantly more physical activity, compared to kids who don't. Researchers followed 600 children over three years, and found young girls got the biggest exercise boost.

Science museums aren’t just for kids. We also offer events at the museum and offsite specifically designed for guests ages 21 and up. On Friday, Aug. 23, challenge your knowledge at Brains and ...