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

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

This science fair project idea researches the different layers of the atmosphere and creates a visual representation of the atmospheric layers.

What causes sound? Here's a simple science experiment that adds a visual element to the science of sound to help kids better understand this tricky concept.

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.

Design a survival kit. Brainstorm various survival scenarios. Address basic human requirements and natural resources. Describe each tool as well uses.

This science fair project idea explores how much force is needed to move a lever at different distances from the fulcrum.

Your child can explore the wonders of science, and the concept of dehydration, along with creating a healthy and tasty treat!

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.

How do you tell time without a watch? Use the sun! This simple activity will show your child how to build his own sundial.

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

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!

The purpose of this study is to determine if people can tell the difference between organic and conventional food from looking at, smelling and tasting it.

Give your budding young observers a chance to discover simple machines at use in their own home.

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.

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.

Make a planter full of delicious seasonings and classic grilling vegetables, great for a Fatherâs Day gift or a fun start-of-summer outdoor activity.

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

Have you ever noticed the way a dropped stone makes a fun pattern in a pond or lake? What's the science behind these splashy occurrences?

Soil and energy don't go together, right? That would be as bizarre as a pairing of peanut butter and marshmallows! Well, actually...

This recipe makes bubbles that not only blow up nice and big, but do tricks and experiments! How do you do it? It's not a secret, it's science!

Learn about this simple machine and make a pulley of your own to use for fun science trials.

Science fair project idea that examines different physical characteristics of a chosen animal. Make educated guesses about evolution based on animal's form.

This science fair project idea experiments with spinning color wheels and optical illusions.

What is a wedge? Kids find out by experimenting with different wedges in this simple science fair project idea.

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

This science fair project demonstrates the principles of reflection through simple experiments involving mirrors and light.

Do plants breathe? Not exactly. They do respire though! This activity will help your child with see that plants are producing the oxygen we need to survive.

Learn about sound physics and do a survey experiment to explore the difference between sound and noise in this science project.

Does your middle school teenager have good reflexes? Gauge his reaction time in this science and math activity that requires only a yardstick and a friend.