Children have a naturally inquisitive mind. Foster their curiosity with a walk through an autumn field or park to answer age-old “why” questions. As you walk with your child, you can encourage them to ask questions.

What animals are most popular? This project affords practice in data-collection, record-keeping and data-analysis through the investigation of this question.

How do organic materials become soil? This science experiment measures what materials biodegrade.

This science fair project idea demonstrates how air resistance contributes to denser objects falling faster than less dense objects.

In this fun science experiment, kids will determine the best method for ripening avocados and discover the cool chemical reaction that makes this possible.

This science fair project idea determines if the size of the parachute will change the rate at which an object falls.

What's the science behind those out-of-sight roots? Find out if you can trick roots into growing in different directions.

This experiment has students record rat behavior to learn about the benefits of rats and research rat myths throughout history.