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This science fair project idea investigates how optical distances change the apparent size of an object as seen through a magnifying lens.

Here's a fun math and science activity: help your child explore four different kinds of measurement, using their hand and a few simple household tools.

Incorporate some math and science thinking into your annual fall fun with this pumpkin investigation activity! Your child will have a blast investigating various ways of measuring pumpkins, making estimates, taking measurements, and recording their findin

Children will learn all about cause and effect as they experiment with potion-making in this Halloween themed activity.

This project determines whether Styrofoam, paper, or plastic cups are best for preventing ice from melting.

Making your own glass cleaner is easy, effective and inexpensive!

This study evaluates if electronic devices commonly found in most households emit radiation, and if they do, how much?

This science fair project will help students learn about non-vascular plants, such as mosses.

This science fair project idea explores substances that cause a bubble to last longer.

This easy and inexpensive paper towel science project introduces kids to important physical concepts like cohesion, adhesion, and capillarity.

Is your little scientist up for a rocky challenge? Let them make their own geode rocks using eggs and epsom salts!

Try this simple activity with your child to guesstimate the age of a tree in your yard and nurture her developing math skills while you're at it!

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

Get your hands on a concoction that breaks the rules about what's a solid and what's a liquid.

This Valentine's Day, pair up science and crafting with this simple crystal formation project that's sure to bring a little love into your home.

Put your second grade scientist to work this Fourth of July with our colorful "liquid fireworks" project!

This science fair project explores how osmotic pressure forces water through the root up into the plant.

Before you get ready for a delicious scramble or omelet, add a bit of science to your morning routine!

Will increasing the amount of salt in water effect how slow or fast the water freezes?

Household items and a bit of imagination will create a CSI kit for your child to have investigative adventures with. Explore the world of forensic science!

Explore aromas with your child and help boost her brain power with some fun and interactive science activities.

In this activity, students will think about the form and function of household objects as they compare and contrast kitchen serving spoons of various sizes and designs.

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

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

This science fair project idea investigates emulsifiers that allow oil and vinegar to mix.

Start your toy engines -- this is going to be a fast and friction-filled race!

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.

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.

This surprisingly good glue recipe comes from common kitchen items.

Using an empty tennis ball can and a swimming pool, you will determine if it's possible to have a conversation under water.