1st - 5th Grade Science Activities : Page 24

What is biodiversity? Kids will study different areas of their backyards to see which is the most diverse to learn about biodiversity and random sampling.

What is condensation? Little mad scientists will learn about condensation, states of matter, and air pressure by conducting this cool science experiment.

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

Your fourth grader will be astonished to discover the significance and intricacies of his spine as he builds a model of a human vertebral column.

We all know that the Moon has different phases, but it can be hard to figure out why. Try this activity to see how the Moon's phases really work.

In this experiment, students will discover how heat and pressure turn clay into slate, phyllite, and finally schist.

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.

Collect meteorite dust with a magnet in your very own backyard! The objective of this science fair project is to gather meteorite dust to study outer space.

What is it about a Slinky that causes it to walk down the steps? This simple experiment is a perfect illustration of both gravity and momentum.

Learn about the power of exponents. The objective of this science fair project is to explore and understand how exponents are used.

In this outdoor science activity you'll find tips on how to create a nature journal by choosing a native plant or animal and tracking that species.

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.

Encourage a group of third graders to play this fun game of Whistle Hide-and-Seek as a warm-up to get them prepared for finding a "lost" camper.

Science fair project idea examines validity of mood ring predictions. Analyze accuracy of results, consider the impact of temperature

In this science fair project, learn how a mineral streak is made and how it can help identify an unknown mineral.

Students explore hot desert plant adaptations in this cool science fair project by observing how these organisms prevent excessive transpiration.

What happens when eyes see something that the brain knows cannot be true? In this science activity, the brain has to "fudge" it when interpreting what you see.

How does dishwashing liquid work? Kids discover the chemical mechanism behind cleansing power in this easy science fair project idea.

Take this "paper plate snack test" with your child for a hands-on lesson in making healthier choices to teach your child about what's in his food.

This science fair project teaches you about what makes persimmons so tart and how astringency can be removed by studying the effect of tannins on fruit.

This science fair project uses paper chromatography to investigate whether black, brown, orange, and purple are pure colors or mixtures of other colors.

Take the art making outside: have your first grader make a clay relief sculpture of the natural world. This is a great activity for summer.

This science fair project on testing water hardness is a great introduction to practical chemistry. Test and learn the difference between hard and soft water.

Science isn't ho hum anymore when it involves building catapults to teach your fifth grader about projectile motion.

Show your fifth grade scientist how to create a siphon using two buckets, plastic tubing, and water. Watch her astonishment as the water travels uphill!

This science project allows students to study the psychology of happiness.

Science fair project which will teach you more about the foods that you eat, and learn which ones are healthier choices.

This science fair project idea examines which type of insulation holds in the most heat.

How good are humans at sound localization? Kids can try this cool science fair project idea to see how good their friends are at judging sound direction.

This science fair project creates a visual model of whatâs happening to sound waves as a car approaches and then leaves.