Test the effects of left and right handedness on writing speed and penmanship. Volunteers hand-copy the same paragraph of text, which samples look neater?

Research history of programming language. Design a new or improved programming language. Create a display that illustrates the features and improvements.

Create a colorful, informative display that illustrates the properties of blood cells. Prepare slides using samples of fresh raw beef or chicken bone marrow.

Study the effect of music on blood pressure. Compare blood pressure readings before and after the listening session. Analyze results, write a detailed report.

In this science fair experiment about recycling, demonstrate how the wax from a candle can be reused to make another candle.

Devise an argument for or against the possibility of resurrectin extinct species through DNA manipulation. Analyze data, report findings.

This experiment explores whether reading text on a computer screen or type on paper leads to better retention of the information read.

Describe the lives of commercially raised chickens. Contact local chicken farmers for information and advice. Write a detailed report about farming techniques.

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

Science fair project about different digital image file types, compares different encoding algorithms used to compress the data.

Observe with your third grader what happens when food starts to decompose, and boost science skills simultaneously with this experiment!

Lead your first grader on a nature walk ... with a scavenger hunt-style twist! They'll try to capture photos that correspond to paint chip colors.

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

The objective of this science fair project is to observe the properties of friction and apply this knowledge to search for a near-frictionless surface.

Research camouflage products and techniques, test quality by timing volunteers. Calculate the average length of time to recognize the subject.

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

This activity turns your kid into the family weatherman. Plus, it teaches him to collect data and begin to understand graphing.

Study history of aerodynamics of arrow design to create a perfect arrow. Test arrows by shooting at an archery target.

Consult astronomers for opinions and advice. Devise a mathematical argument regarding the probability of other planets supporting extra-terrestrial life.

Research fruits and their ripening stages, follow and document the different stages. Analyze what causes fruit to continue ripening after being picked.

Determine the effect of homework on academic performance. Collect grade info at the end of a semester, determine correlation between grades, amount of homework

In this science fair project, apply the principles of leverage and force by building six simple machines designed to set weights in motion.

Teach your child to dye eggs with natural ingredients from the grocery store. From pink to gold, these eggs are perfect for hiding, hunting or simply munching.

This project compares test subjects' responses to whining and other "attachment" and attention-getting sounds to determine which sounds are most distracting.

Devise list of randomly chosen words, test how many words volunteers can remember. Compare results of adults and children. Which have better memories?

Take a trip to the pet store and then make a scrapbook to help your kindergartener learn the difference between living and non living things!

This science fair project investigates which of two learning modes most commonly used in school, visual and auditory, is better for information retention.

Ever wondered how a plant drinks water? This science project will teach you how and help you create a beautiful floral display!

Store seeds under three different environmental conditions. Plant seeds in carefully marked groups, watch them grow. Compare results.

Research historic methods of food preservation. Analyze alternative recipes and techniques of food preservation. Document success with photographs.