This science fair project idea investigates how a bottom keel helps keep a boat from rocking back and forth.

Here is a hands-on activity to help third graders understand the four points of a compass...and how we use them to get around.

This project demonstrates the correspondence between the volume of water displaced by a submerged object and the volume of the object displacing it.

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.

Find out whether a longer airplane will fly farther or a wider paper airplane.

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 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 project compares the strength of one, two, and three-ply toilet paper.

Observe with your third grader what happens when food starts to decompose, and boost science skills simultaneously with this experiment!

This craft is a great way to explore the fascinating world of spiders and their webs as you collect spider webs from around your house with your third grader.

Help your fifth grader execute this experiment involving a lit candle (submerged in water!) to show him the wonders of heat energy transference.

Here's a great activity that uses corks and toothpicks to create a fleet of floating boats. Which design makes for the most seaworthy vessel?

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

Encourage a group of third graders to play this fun game of Whistle Hide-and-Seek as a warm-up to get them prepared for finding a "lost" camper.

Invite your third grader to do taste test science to observe how a strawberry tastes when it is paired with various condiments. The results may be surprising!

Your third grader will be amazed at the explosive combination of vinegar and baking soda in these chocolate volcano cupcakes with white chocolate "lava."