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In this science fair project, apply the principles of leverage and force by building six simple machines designed to set weights in motion.

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!

In this science fair project you will make a model of a cell membrane using very simple material.

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

Science fair project that examines how to grow bacteria in a controlled setting, using simple materials from around the home.

Gymnosperms are coniferous trees that reproduces using pine cones to spread seeds. Check out this simple pine cone experiment to learn about the process!

In this simple circular motion experiment, you'll observe tangential velocity and learn about how acceleration and centripetal force affect an object.

Understanding absorption means understanding why certain fibers and materials can absorb water! Kids will see absorption in action in this simple project.

Science fair project about work and energy which uses a simple mathematical formula to predict how far a jar will roll down an incline.

The objective of this science fair project is to examine the basic principles of air pressure using simple materials like a balloon, straw and string.

In this simple science project, learn about what causes dew and what affects dew formation with a drinking glass, ice, and a soda bottle.

How does frost form? How fast does it form? Do this simple science project using a plastic glass, rock salt and some water to learn about deposition.

The possibilities are endless with this fun Halloween-themed STEM activity! With simple supplies, your child will experiment, adapt, and use their creativity while they build structures using different specifications.

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

Kids explore how a single movable pulley can confer a mechanical advantage over a fixed pulley in this cool engineering science fair project for 2nd grade.

How greasy are your potato chips? Students will use a reliable method to quantify greasiness and compare different brands in this great science fair project.

This is a fantastic and easy science experiment where kids will learn about elasticity by testing how high bouncy balls of different materials can bounce.

In this project, learn about animal vision and different kinds of eyes: ocelli, compound eyes, and camera eyes. Find out what a jellyfish or grasshopper sees!

How does a kazoo, the strings of a guitar, or the speaker of a radio make sound? The purpose of this science fair project is to show how vibration makes sound.

This science fair project idea identifies trees using a dichotomous key.

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

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

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

In this project students experiment with making music using only glasses of water.

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

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.

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

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

This tricky building block challenge asks your learner to think creatively. They will work on their divergent thinking skills as they try to fill up an index card perfectly with building bricks.