Earth Science Project Ideas
You can choose from many individual science fair project ideas below the blue drop-down menu. Use the drop-down menu to browse projects by grade and/or specific subject area. To get you started, we have included a sampling of some of our most popular science fair project articles with numerous topics and ideas per article immediately below.
Transformed: How is Igneous Rock Formed?
How do igneous rock form? Do this science project to explore and learn the process of igneous rock formation using construction paper, newspaper, and water.
Rooftop Real Estate
The objective of this science fair project idea is to increase the space efficiency of living areas and to encourage economic improvements via fresh new real estate ideas.
Weathering and the Affect of Type of Ground Cover on the Rate of Soil Erosion
The objective of this middle school science project idea is to explain the process of Weathering and the affect of types of ground cover on the rate of soil erosion.
Survival Skills
It's always better to be prepared! Even though you hopefully will never have occasion to use it, this projects will help you create a survival kit with basic tools in case of an emergency.
Topography: Highs and Lows of the Earth's Surface
From the Himalayas to the Dead Sea, our planet earth has substantial variations in its elevation and layout. Learn about how cartographers are able to map these differences in this science experiment.
Bang!: How is the Energy of Seismic P-Waves Transmitted Through the Earth?
How is the energy of seismic P-waves transmitted through the earth? Do this science project to learn and explore the mechanics of seismic P-waves using pendulums.
Too Hot!: How Can the Strength of a Magnetic Field be Measured and Used to Predict a Volcanic Eruption?
In this fun project students will design a magnetometer and learn how scientists measure the strength of magnetic field in predicting volcanic eruption.
Green Toe
Particles of rare magnetic earth metals can be found hidden in the soil of your backyard. In this experiment you will use plastic and magnets to test local soil composition.
Clean Air
Grade Levels: 4-6 Question: Does indoor or outdoor air have more particles? Possible Hypotheses: Inside air has more particles. Outside air has more particles.
Icy: How Do Icicles Form?
How does icicle form and what does it look like? Do this simple experiment using paper cups, an index card and some water and see the formation of icicles right before your eyes.
