What happens when colored beams of light mix? You might be surprised.

Did you ever add salt to pasta? Did it help cook the pasta faster? If not, find out in this science fair project idea.

This science fair project idea examines whether adding gelatin causes a solid to have a higher melting point and/or melt slower.

Kids discover what a homogeneous mixture is by adding sugar to distilled water and identify the various factors affecting solubility.

What's the chemistry behind dyeing Easter eggs? Will adding vinegar to dye help the eggshell absorb the color? This colorful science project has the answers!

Show your child how to concoct a simple duo of household ingredients that changes color as acids and bases are added!

Do you love to make Jell-O? Find out in this science fair project idea if it is possible to make Jell-O with just warm water.

This cool science fair project teaches kids about temperature, density and buoyancy using balloons that float with normal air. No helium required!

Why do plants wilt? Kids will learn to think critically about what environmental factors affect plants, and what plants need to survive.

Make scented sensory cloud dough. Add it to a sensory table, activity station, or put it in a baggie for extra at-the-park entertainment!

What is mulch? Kids will provide soil with a wet blanket of mulch and see if that helps keep drought-stricken soil damp.

What's the best way to make DIY compost? Kids will learn about aerobic and anaerobic decomposition while learning to appreciate the value of composting.

In this free science fair project idea, we learn about surface tension and how it can support mass—in this case, a floating paper clip.

Science fair project that examines condensation and the conditions needed in order for dew to form.

Show your child that the simplest ingredients (salt and water) can be used to illustrate the concept of density!

This clay "painting" activity encourages and supports creative development and critical thinking skills.

Find out whether soil amendments can improve soil conditions and help you grow a bigger beanstalk in this ecology experiment!

In this fun science fair project idea, kids will experiment with various methods in order to discover the fastest way to cool a soda.

Can you increase the light and plant growth in your garden using mirrors? In this experiment, measure light reflection and find out!

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

This surprisingly good glue recipe comes from common kitchen items.

This science fair project idea examines the reason boats are shaped and engineered.

Discover how to make fake snot with this cool science fair project idea to learn about polymers, enzymes, and more.

This science fair project idea investigates if webbed feet help a duck (and others) swim.

What's a liquid? What's a solid? What better way to experiment than by turning a childhood favorite, ice cream, into a homemade science lesson!

In this enlightening transpiration experiment, kids will explore how the loss of water from plants through transpiration contributes to the water cycle.

Help kids tap into their inner inventor by teaching them how to make peanut butter through trial, error, and lots of taste testing!

Recycling may be a confusing concept for your little one, so take the time to teach them the magic of compost - right in your own backyard!

Take advantage of the spring and summer sun in this arts and crafts activity that has your learner creating pretty flower prints.

Here's a science activity that lets a first grader use an empty dish detergent bottle to create his own fountain as he explores air pressure.