1st - 6th Grade Science Activities : Page 4

Create a three-dimensional X-ray of your child's hand in this simple modeling activity. All you need to get started are black paper and drinking straws

This project investigates the affect of storage temperature on microwave popcorn.

Kids will explore the corrosiveness of soda in this cool science fair project by leaving pennies submerged in soda overnight.

This experiment explores the question of whether age and/or gender play a role in people's ability to remember dreams.

In this science fair projects, students will grow out the bacteria that collect on air conditioner filters.

This science fair project idea examines whether the colors of the spectrum respond differently in the thermal aspect when radiated by the sun.

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

In this activity, your child will be challenged to use simple materials to create a catapult for a small, lightweight toy.

Give your child an introduction to food preservation by making and canning your own yummy, homemade pasta sauce!

Discover whether a metal will expand under hot water.

Science fair project which identifies the most effective insulator that you could use to make a winter coat by comparing how well cloth and cotton trap heat.

In this fun science fair project idea learn about universal solvents and solutes and find out the solubility of several common liquid substances.

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

What's the difference between a microwave and an oven? Use mashed potatoes to explore which kitchen appliance does a better job at keeping food warm.

In this activity, your child will transform an egg into a glowing, bouncy "ball" that they can play with.

This science fair project idea investigates how magnetism can defy the force of gravity.

Take a dive into the candy jar with this yummy science experiment.

Learn how to make an anemometer with step-by-step instructions in this cool science fair project idea for 4th grade.

Grow potatoes in a plastic bag—easy to grow and harvest, and yummy to eat!

Will storing cucumbers and tomatoes in the fridge destroy their unique flavors? Find out in this science fair project idea!

This is a quick, easy science fair project that conveys the idea of density to preschool and early elementary children.

Science fair project that examines albedo, and how this information is applied in the design of cars, sportswear, and other items. Which colors reflect light?

Reinforce your child’s understanding of the alphabet by helping them construct all of the letters using pipe cleaners.

In this science experiment, do tensile strength test on fishing line, a strand of hair, a rubber band, and any other materials you're curious about!

Learn about where colors come from and how light absorption works in this fun experiment! All you need is a flashlight, construction paper, and cellophane!

In this challenge, students are tasked with creating a model roller coaster that a marble can travel through.

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

In this cool science fair project idea, kids conduct the ruler drop test on volunteers to determine whether reaction time can be improved with practice.

In this project, you will observe and record changes in sunspots over two weeks.

This experiment evaluates if a noisy environment makes it harder for test subjects to perform tasks that require hand-eye coordination.