This science fair project idea explores if the length of the string that an object is suspended on has an effect on how fast or slow it swings.

This science fair project idea explores how length affects the weight a bridge can hold.

This science fair project idea investigates how the height at which a pendulum is released affects the length of time it continues.

Is it amplitude? Weight? Length of string? Kids will discover what factors changing the period of a pendulum depends on in this fun and easy physics experiment.

Introduce your fourth grader to the concepts of solstices by observing the length of her shadow on the shortest day of the year, compared to other solstices.

This science fair project idea explores whether it is easier to balance on a narrow ledge or on a rope.

In this classic Ivory soap experiment, kids learn what happens to different types of soap in the microwave, and why!

Take to the air with science by experimenting with helicopter seeds right in your own backyard!

This science fair project idea investigates how color affects temperature.

Did you know your body is full of simple machines? This project looks at one of the third-class levers in the human body: your arm!

Has your kid noticed how much bigger the moon looks when it's low in the sky? Here's an activity you can do to show them that it's just an optical illusion.

In this experiment you observe and determine how well your cat uses his whiskers to navigate through a maze.

Learn about magnifying glasses, concave lenses and inverted images by sending rays of light through a magnifying glass in this cool science fair project!

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

We all know that the Moon has different phases, but it can be hard to figure out why. Try this activity to see how the Moon's phases really work.

This science fair project idea investigates the difference in reaction times between boys and girls.

Learn how to make a ping pong ball anemometerâa device used to measure wind speedâin this free science fair project idea.

Make a DIY golf putter and design your own golf putting course in this 2nd-3rd grade arts and crafts/game activity.

Demonstrate how static electricity can cause an object to move. It also examines just how an object affected by static electricity will move.

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

This science fair project idea investigates if webbed feet help a duck (and others) swim.

This science fair project idea investigates how the shape of an object affects drag.

Got a birdwatcher on your hands? Bring the birds to your backyard by making a zany bird feeder using an orange and some string.

This science fair project idea teaches how the gases and pollution in the air affect the earth's atmosphere temperature.

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

Learn all about balance and motion as your child designs a corn maze!

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

This science fair project examines how seeds hitchhike on animals and clothing.

Your fourth grader will be astonished to discover the significance and intricacies of his spine as he builds a model of a human vertebral column.

In this activity, your child will learn about a style of gardening that uses moss, also called "kokedama."