1st - 6th Grade Science Activities : Page 12

Kids construct a single fixed pulley system to learn how pulleys can make work easier in this cool physics and engineering science fair project idea.

How does frost form? How fast does it form? Do this simple science project using a plastic glass, rock salt and some water to learn about deposition.

This science fair project idea produces sounds by creating vibrations using different objects.

A homemade lava lamp gives any room a retro flair. Find out how to make a homemade lava lamp, and learn some science too, with this educational activity.

Science fair project examining barometric pressure, and how it can be used to predict the weather. How does atmospheric pressures relate to weather conditions?

In this project students experiment with making music using only glasses of water.

In this fun project, use a memory game to test various age groups and determine whether aging directly affects short-term memory loss.

What are buttress roots? In this fun science project, make a model of a rainforest tree and learn how they help trees survive in the tropical rainforest!

Learn how starch and carbohydrates interact with different solvents in this fun and easy packing peanut science fair project.

In this experiment you observe and determine how well your cat uses his whiskers to navigate through a maze.

Let your fabulous crafter use their favorite flowers, fruits and herbs to whip up a delicious perfume that they can proudly present to a friend or a loved one.

How does water pressure change with depth? Kids learn how pressure works underwater with this cool and easy demo.

This project examines Newton's First and Second Laws of Motion with a bicycle and water balloons.

In this science experiment, observe convection currents forming and learn about how heat energy moves in liquids from hot to cooler areas through convection.

This fun experiment provides a concrete and visually striking illustration of photosynthesis.

This easy Halloween-themed science experiment for first-graders is perfect for chilly October afternoons or great as a Halloween party activity.

Science fair project the demonstrates Newton's Third Law using a milk carton filled with water.

Crayons aren't just good for creating colorful masterpieces -- they're also great for science!

You've heard all about oil spills, but can they really be that bad? After all, vegetable oil is in almost every yummy baking good from cookies to brownies.

Chlorine and chloramine are added to our tap water to kill harmful microorganisms. What is the best way to filter these disinfectants in your drinking water?

This science fair project idea explores whether mint, known for its âcooling sensationâ really does lower temperatures.

This science fair idea examines hydrogel superabsorbent polymer crystals. They can absorb 500 times their weight in water. Can they absorb other liquids too?

In science fair projects, middle school students discover why nitrogen fixing bacteria are important to plant growth.

The goal of this evaporation experiment is to learn about how different external conditions affect drying time.

Check out this cool science fair project idea to explore which other common animals besides scorpions glow under a UV Black light.

Young physicists will wrestle with a discrepant event: the Hammer Ruler Trick. They'll make some inferences about torque, balance, and center of gravity.

The objective of this science fair project idea is to examine light refraction as it passes through liquid crystals.

In this activity, your child will be challenged to build a tall tower out of building bricks! The instructions include questions prompts to guide students through the design challenge.

What do worms eat? Kids find out what kinds of rotting leaves and vegetables worms prefer in this cool compost science fair project.

Kids will learn how to make a steam powered rocket boat, also called a putt putt boat or a pop pop boat, in this great science fair project for 4th graders.