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.

Kids learn about potential energy, and mechanical energy, and how to make power from water with one of our favorite renewable energy projects for kids.

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

Conduct a simple science experiment to see if flowers from your garden pass the acid-base indicator test with this exciting chemistry activity.

Check out this cool science fair project idea to explore the risk of mechanical deterioration of artifacts placed in a storage box due to mold outbreaks.

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!

For a fun family activity to introduce your child to genetics, have your child go on a search for dominant and recessive family genes!

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.

Check out this cool science fair project on identifying rocks and minerals for kids.

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

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

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

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

This science fair project idea explores whether mint, known for its âcooling sensationâ really does lower temperatures.

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.