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In this science fair project, kids will be able to see where germs reside on their hands while gaining insight into the benefits of thorough hand washing.

This project examines whether playing music during class helps students learn or if it distracts students from learning.

This science project teaches young students about germs, bacteria, and the importance of washing their hands. Students will test what is the best way to wash.

This science project encourages students to investigate the Mozart Effect, the idea that classical music promotes learning.

What is topography? Kids find out by learning to make and read a topographic map in this awesome science fair project idea.

Students will investigate the thermal conductivity of metals by learning how to measure thermal conductivity with this fun and easy science fair project idea.

What's the best way to make DIY compost? Kids will learn about aerobic and anaerobic decomposition while learning to appreciate the value of composting.

Make water and clay play a little more scientific with this hands-on experiment that teaches displacement and shows how an object's shape affects its buoyancy.

In this hands-on design challenge your child will make their very own Rube Goldberg Machine.

What is persistence of vision? With this hands-on science fair project idea, students will demonstrate this cool and dramatic phenomenon in their own classroom.

This science fair project idea determines which method of hand cleansing is the most effective.

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.

Handedness and footedness refer to whether people prefer to use their left or right hand and foot. In this experiment, test hand and foot dominance.

In this project, you'll build a model of the earth, complete with all seven continents and four major oceans.

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.

Play with balance and simple engineering as you hurry to create a sturdy rock tower.

This science experiment tests if dog saliva can really help heal wounds.

Throughout history, people have used song as a teaching and memory tool. This project explores whether song improves a person's ability to retain information.

Is it magic? No...it's the amazing, gravity-defying capillary action experiment! Kids will love this dramatic and enlightening science fair project.

In this science fair project, we'll use a liquid crystal thermometer to find out whether exercising makes a difference in people's temperature.

Do hand soaps and sanitizers prevent the growth of bread mold? If so, why? Kids will find out with this fun and informative science fair project idea.

Here's a great activity that uses corks and toothpicks to create a fleet of floating boats. Which design makes for the most seaworthy vessel?

This easy aerodynamics activity is a simple way to introduce kids to the scientific method.

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

Study the life cycle of the common blowfly as it relates to forensic investigation. Record the first time you see flies, maggots, and eggs.

With this science fair idea, little scientists will gain valuable insights into the physics behind throwing a baseball.

Using a toy race car kids create a visual model of the Doppler Effect.

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

This science fair project investigates whether tapping the top or the side of the can will stop a vigorously-shaken can of soda from exploding.

By incorporating natural materials and the powers of observation, your child will become a backyard naturalist while building early writing and drawing skills!