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The objective of this science fair project is to experiment with balancing everyday objects and observing the the effects of gravity on materials.

Demonstrate the principle of jet propulsion in this science fair project by building a rocket from household materials.

Invite your fifth grader to test the different rates of liquid absorption in synthetic and cotton materials, such as nylon and cotton.

Measure temperature change over time using a variety of insulation materials. Be creative with insulation materials: scarves, yarn, socks, feathers, oil, etc

Use natural materials to try out a new kind of weaving. Your child will enjoy gathering her materials outside, and then using them to create a piece of art!

Examine how a battery can be made from everyday materials.

The objective of this science fair project is to examine the basic principles of air pressure using simple materials like a balloon, straw and string.

Create a self-portrait from natural materials in this collage craft activity!

Understanding absorption means understanding why certain fibers and materials can absorb water! Kids will see absorption in action in this simple project.

Compare ability of selected materials to block UV-A radiation. Shine black light though glass at detecting beads underneath. Note color intensity.

Kids make a paperclip perform an act of magnetic levitation and test how effective various materials are at magnetic shielding in this science fair project.

Science fair project that explores the phenomenon of Non-Newtonian fluids by exerting force on different materials.

In this activity, your child will be challenged to use simple materials to create a catapult for a small, lightweight toy.

What is elasticity? Students will investigate how this concept applies to bouncing ball physics by testing the bounces of balls made out of different materials.

Use reusable, recyclable materials--along with a dose of imagination--to build a castle with first grade geometrical forms.

Science fair project that examines how cell membranes allow the inward and outward flow of materials as demonstrated by eggs.

Give some of your local ladybugs a warm place to stay for the winter by making a ladybug home with recycled materials.

Build basic projector out of ordinary materials. Create several color transparency slides, demonstrate your creation.

What better way to nurture your child's imagination than by making a fairy house out of materials found in nature!

Science fair project that examines how to grow bacteria in a controlled setting, using simple materials from around the home.

In this activity your child will make a coiling snake out of simple household materials, and also find out why they coil.

Study emulsifiers and learn how they are used in food science, medicine, soaps and cosmetics. Identify which materials are created using an emulsifier.

Design a hearing protection device to protect their ears from loud noises. Examine the properties of current protective hearing devices, materials.

Research overview of architecural acoustics. Design and build a whispering wall from wood or plastic. Test which materials work best.

By incorporating natural materials and the powers of observation, your child will become a backyard naturalist while building early writing and drawing skills!

Kids will conduct a cool limewater carbon dioxide test that can be performed with common household materials to learn about the chemistry of this common gas.

For this science fair project, kids will learn how to make a lemon battery. They can conduct this classic experiment using readily available materials.

Is that seed alive or not? Here's an exciting way for kindergarteners to make a seed museum that your child can watch, using simple household materials.

Use simple materials to build a "worm hotel" with your kindergarten soil scientist...and see what worms really do all day.

Make an adorable nut buddy by crafting nature people out of nuts in shells! Buddies will take on their own personalities depending on the materials you use.