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These science fair experiments demonstrate the chemistry of rust and the oxidation process.

Set your young chemist up for an afternoon of science-fueled magic with a deceptively simple activity starring baking soda and vinegar!

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

What causes sound? Here's a simple science experiment that adds a visual element to the science of sound to help kids better understand this tricky concept.

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

Want to make Halloween truly eerie? Science to the rescue! These ghouly hands come alive with a little help from simple chemistry.

The pinwheel is a simple toy that has been around for years and uses the wonders of the wind to spin it and delight kids of all ages!

This Valentine's Day, pair up science and crafting with this simple crystal formation project that's sure to bring a little love into your home.

Combine the science of physics with the fun of playing spy. Your young detective can make his own tiny looking glass. It's simple to make!

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

April showers may bring May flowers, but your child can preserve the beauty of spring's bounty all year long with this simple craft project!

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

Has your child ever asked you how a submarine works? Here's a simple bathtub project that will make for a hands-on answer.

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

Use simple items to create a kindergarten "grow box" that lets a kid see just how salad plants send down their roots and grow underground.

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!

Show your kids the power of baking powder by conducting a simple experiment. Make four batches of cornbread, all identical except for one thing: baking powder!

Try this simple activity with your child to guesstimate the age of a tree in your yard and nurture her developing math skills while you're at it!

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

Introduce your child to the world of motion and physics with a bit of marble play inspired by Sir Isaac Newton!

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

The goal of this science fair experiment is to demonstrate the effects of air pressure on objects and analyze applications of air pressure principles.

This experiment has students record rat behavior to learn about the benefits of rats and research rat myths throughout history.

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

This science fair project idea examines the reason boats are shaped and engineered.

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

Using an empty tennis ball can and a swimming pool, you will determine if it's possible to have a conversation under water.

This science experiment has students test whether a snail moves faster on concrete or dirt.