4th and 5th Grade Science Activities : Page 15

Science fair project which determines whether a person's taste in music is dictated by the key that the song is written in.

The objective of this science fair project idea is to examine light refraction as it passes through liquid crystals.

Future engineers, unite! Discover how to keep a sandcastleâs bridge from falling into the moat.

The goal of this science fair project is to analyze differences between the taste and texture of frozen and fresh food.

Science fair project which simulates the global conveyor belts on a small scale, and observes the effects of wind, density and temperature on water movement.

Introduce your fourth grader to the concepts of solstices by observing the length of her shadow on the shortest day of the year, compared to other solstices.

You've heard the expression "burn rubber" but do you know how heat affects rubber? Examine the impact of temperature on rubber in this fun science experiment.

Wind is an important source of renewable, green energy. The purpose of this science fair project is to build and operate a windmill generator.

Science fair project that compares the ecology of different soil samples by identifying which sample has the most invertebrates living in it.

In this popcorn experiment, students can explore how two things made out of the same material can have very different appearances and densities.

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

Science fair project that examines how yeast grows, and which conditions allow for optimal growth. What types of nutrients does yeast prefer?

Help your child create a magical miniature garden in the most unlikely of places: a recycled plastic bottle!

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.

In this experiment, students will discover how heat and pressure turn clay into slate, phyllite, and finally schist.

Science fair project that determines whether landscaping fabric impacts the ability of plants to receive water.

This science fair project idea determines the probability of a coin landing heads or tails.

Science fair project that examines the behavior of water and gravel in creek beds and the formation of sedimentary rocks.

The purpose of this science fair project is to demonstrate how yeast, a fungus, causes bread to rise.

Your kid will delight in creating an extraterrestrial vehicle from goods found around the house. There's no telling where her imagination will go!

How would you dry your wet clothes if your dryer didn't work? Find out with this fun experiment!

Science fair project which determines whether people are more likely to follow rules if they are easy to understand.

Which do you prefer: real or artificial? Try this sweet little taste experiment to help your kids develop a better awareness of the food they consume.

Learn how to make marbleized paper with simple everyday ingredients in this fun activity! Your child will learn about oil and water while doing this project.

This science fair project idea explores whether cats can be trained in the same way that dogs can.

What is the hydrologic cycle and how does it work? Check out this fun and easy science project where you will model and learn about Earth's water cycle!

This science fair project idea explores whether there is a connection to the color a person wears and the way their emotional state is perceived by others.

Show your fifth grade scientist how to create a siphon using two buckets, plastic tubing, and water. Watch her astonishment as the water travels uphill!

Create a bee garden to help shelter bees in your area.

This science project challenges students to learn about and classify weeds and discover new practical uses for weeds.