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Learn about the effect of artificial light on plant growth versus natural sunlight and delve into some biology and botany concepts in this science project.

In this project combining nature, art, math, and science, children make rubbings of leaves then observe shapes and structures and sort the leaf images.

Learn how the focal length of a lens affects a magnifying glass's magnifying power in this cool science fair project idea for 8th grade.

Study structure of the lens found in the human eye and determine whether it is concave or convex. Prepare a ray diagram, formulate hypothesis.

Is there any correlation between hot tubs and high blood pressure? Kids discover the answer (and its biological basis) in this cool science fair project.

In this science fair project, students determine whether a bean plant grows faster and taller using a traditional soil planting method or hydroponic method.

Explore how dielectric heating comes into play when microwaving various liquids in this science project. This test will help you understand how microwaves work!

In this activity, you'll not only make your own bouncy balls at home, but your child will also learn how polymers are made.

Does fear cause the same physiologic responses in men and women? This experiment measures people's blood pressure and heart rate while watching a scary movie.

What causes dilated pupils? Young scientists will find out by applying what they already know about changes in pupil size and making models of the pupil.

You don't need to wait for rain to see a rainbow. Make one yourself, and teach your child about light and weather in the process.

It's easy to plant your own in-home container garden! This planter contains pizza-themed herbs and is a perfect early gardening activity for kindergarteners.

In this activity, children will work on their mathematics and engineering skills as they attempt to recreate the Eiffel Tower out of building blocks!

Do you hate to waste energy? In this experiment, you will design a machine that is powered by the process known as energy transformation.

In this middle school activity, your child will learn how to press plants and create her very own herbarium, or plant library! Here's how:

Demonstrate the capillary function in plants by adding food coloring to glasses of water. Slice stalks of celery and leafy tops. Compare color of leaves

Forget store-bought dyes this Easter: color your Easter eggs with natural dyes made with ingredients from your own kitchen in this 1st grade activity.

This science fair project idea highlights decomposition rates by comparing how long it takes an item to decompose in a compost pile vs. a landfill.

In the mood for a bit of silly science? Help your child create a truly one-of-a-kind planter out of a potato head!

Set your teen on the beat in a real world "crime scene" investigation. Can he tell whose fingerprints are on a drinking glass?

Check out this fun science fair project idea to explore the process of diffusion in a cell and learn the difference between osmosis and diffusion.

In first grade, children are introduced to fractions. Here's a recipe that combines fraction practice with winter fun and lets kids actually paint the snow!

Determine the differences between various bicep exercises, both in terms of how much muscle exertion they create and how they affect your heart rate.

Get your child math and science savvy with this fun outdoor classification game. Using chalk, your child will classify what she sees in the natural world.

This project examines germs and their spread in households. The goal is to learn how to stop the spread of germs and other diseases.

Learn about savanna flora and fauna in this science project! Take a look at characteristics of tropical grassland plants and animals that help them survive.

Have you ever noticed the way a dropped stone makes a fun pattern in a pond or lake? What's the science behind these splashy occurrences?

In this 3rd grade science activity, you'll experiment with the little-known fourth state of matter: polymers! Mix borax with white glue and watch what happens.

Explore this fun science fair project idea to investigate different microclimates in and around your home and their effects on the plant and animal life.