Looking for a fun summer adventure? Learn what it was like to be a prospector during the California Gold Rush by panning for gold in a local creek.

This project explores whether nails, toothpicks, straws, or pen nibs are best for applying ink to paper.

What is the best stain remover for clothes? In this fun and easy science fair project idea, students will identify the best method for laundry stain removal.

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

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

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

Here's a fourth grade science craft with lots of benefits: it's good for birds, good for your child's learning, and good for the planet, too.

Perk up your front porch with this hanging vase craft, perfect for spring and for getting kids outdoors!

Explore if planting seeds in a certain direction will affect how fast it germinates.

I scream, you scream, we all scream for homemade spearmint ice cream!

Stir up some enthusiasm for experimentation with this candy-cracking science experiment!

An home science experiment for older students that teaches about the science behind heat.

Roasting pumpkin seeds makes for a great Halloween activity, and a healthy snack!

Deck the halls with last season's Christmas lights for a spectacular and electrifying science activity.

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

Help your child plant a "tea garden": a garden made of herbs for making teas.

Gather some friends for a bubbly soda taste test do determine calories' role in your favorite drinks.

In this design challenge, your child will create a parachute for a small toy using typical household items.

Science fair project that examines condensation and the conditions needed in order for dew to form.

If your science savy third grader is up for a challenge, let her bend light with a casserole dish!

Set off an a science adventure as you prepare a row of bee homes for your new visitors.

This light bulb science project includes step-by-step instructions for testing the heat from different light bulbs.

This educated-guessing game is great for preschoolers. This activity helps your child work on her reasoning skills.

Learn how to make a weathervane with this fun and simple meteorology project for fourth graders.

This science project challenges students to learn about and classify weeds and discover new practical uses for weeds.

Ready for takeoff! Make science fun and teach about levers and fulcrums as your child sends buttons flying.

Young scientists will investigate people's preferences for saltiness, and make some inferences about genetics and diet.

Clouds are formed when warm and cold air meet. Here's a way for kids to see it all up close!

Get your sense of humor ready for this fun science experiment that demonstrates the fundamental physics of air pressure.

This science fair project idea explores whether the process used to dry the beans we eat for food renders them unviable.