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This science fair project idea determines what household items are good conductors of electricity.

Air invisible; it doesn't make sounds; you can't pick it up and throw it. So how do we know it exists? Help your second grade scientist figure it out.

This science fair project idea determines what household items are good conductors of electricity.

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

Is it possible to trick the forces of nature that make your bubbles round to create a square bubble?

In this experiment, students will discover how heat and pressure turn clay into slate, phyllite, and finally schist.

Transform your uncomfortable wooden shoes into charming mini planters!

This science fair project idea demonstrates how air resistance contributes to denser objects falling faster than less dense objects.

Chemistry isn't just incredible ... sometimes its edible! These crystal lollipops are a delicious introduction to chemistry concepts.

Want to help make studying the nervous system a little more fun? This thinking cap is a great way to learn external human brain anatomy.

Most people assume that cold water freezes more quickly, but could that be false? Does hot water freeze faster than cold water? Let's find out!

Test your friends to find out if you can replicate the placebo effect's incredible results.

Learn about the fruit fly life cycle in this experiment. Capture fruit flies to examine various stages of insect metamorphosis.

Take a look at forensic science with your child. She'll learn how to take a shoe impression, just like the detectives do!

How sensitive is your skin? Here's a fourth grade science experiment that lets your child figure it out.

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

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

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.

This science fair project idea determines if the temperature of rubber effects how high it bounces.

This science fair project idea explores whether people have an innate feel for the passing of time from a few seconds to 20 minutes.

Learners hypothesize about and experiment with soil erosion in this hands-on activity.

This science fair project idea determines if crystals will absorb food dye and if colors will mix by the process of diffusion.

This science fair project idea explores whether a plastic slinky works as well as a metal slinky when walking it down the stairs.

Every time a sound is produced it emits a sound wave. This experiment demonstrates how sound travels, using nothing more than a spoon and a string!

Check out this cool science project idea to learn about rocks and explore the cycles of formation, breakdown, and reformation of rocks in the Earth's crust.

Science fair project that determines whether landscaping fabric impacts the ability of plants to receive water.

Experiment with buoyancy to learn how a submarine rises and sinks in this classic science experiment.

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

Brine shrimp usually live in saltwater. Investigate how salt concentration (salinity) affects the rate at which brine shrimp eggs hatch.

Check out this fun and easy 4th grade science fair project idea that tests how gravity induces positive and negative geotropism (gravitropism) in bean plants.