4th and 5th Grade Activities : Page 11

This science fair project idea studies which brand of wintergreen candy produces the most sparks in the dark.

In this science fair project, we learn how air molecules move as a result of density, convection, and air currents.

In this outdoor science activity you'll find tips on how to create a nature journal by choosing a native plant or animal and tracking that species.

In this Bernoulli's Principle experiment, you'll learn how an increase in the speed of a fluid, like air, decreases pressure.

In this project, all you need is a protractor to learn how to use the altitude of Polaris to find latitude on Earth. Polaris is also known as the North Star.

Science fair project that examines the different types of precipitation, evaluates the density of snow and calculates the ratio of snow-to-liquid.

Create a beautiful pop-up paper lantern and will serve as the perfect decoration at your next party.

Check out this cool science fair project idea to explore which other common animals besides scorpions glow under a UV Black light.

One way to "trick" your child into getting extra practice with one-step equations is to play a variation of the classic game, tic tac toe.

Here's an innovative math puzzle that you can create with your fourth grade math student.

Encourage your child to explore color and its mood-altering effects by creating his own self portrait using only warm or cool colors.

Is cleaning with lemon effective? Get ready to give this science project some elbow grease and find out if acidic lemons can be used as a cleaning agent.

Capture a bit of magic with these mesmerizing ice balloons!

Learn about landscape painting—and artist Grandma Moses—in this engaging watercolor activity!

This science fair project idea examines whether plants are still able to grow normally if they are turned upside-down.

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

Teach children how to upcycle dried-out markers with this homemade paint-making activity!

This science fair project on testing water hardness is a great introduction to practical chemistry. Test and learn the difference between hard and soft water.

Make some easy homemade yogurt with your young scientist, and see what a few 'live' bacteria can do in the right conditions!

In this activity, your child will make her own "quicksand" to better understand how a substance can be both fluid and solid at the same time.

This family project is a fun way to teach your child about her heritage and practice her geography.

Based on the concept of water's "freezing point," this activity entails the lowering of water's freezing point to chill ice cream!

Make this African collar necklace for a lesson in crafting and African culture.

Show your fourth grader how to use sequins to create a gorgeous, gold-plated Easter egg.

Skip store-bought jewelry and show your stylish kid how to make her own beaded bracelets.

Observe corn seed germination to learn about dicots and monocots and how plants grow from seeds to seedlings to full-grown plants!

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

In this science experiment, your child will test the strength of hollow structures in order to understand how strong bird bones really are.

Find out whether matte or shiny nail polish lasts longer.

Introduce your fourth or fifth grader to volume by having him build rectangular prisms, and then count each sugar cube to check his volume calculations.