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How do organic materials become soil? This science experiment measures what materials biodegrade.

This science fair project idea highlights decomposition rates by comparing how long it takes an item to decompose in a compost pile vs. a landfill.

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

The objective of this science fair project is to examine the basic principles of air pressure using simple materials like a balloon, straw and string.

This science fair project idea identifies trees using a dichotomous key.

Can you increase the light and plant growth in your garden using mirrors? In this experiment, measure light reflection and find out!

The purpose of this science fair project is to determine which conditions and materials quicken the composting process to make the best compost.

This is a fantastic and easy science experiment where kids will learn about elasticity by testing how high bouncy balls of different materials can bounce.

Check out this fun science fair project to make a vinegar and baking soda balloon and demonstrate how gas is created as a result of the chemical reaction.

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

Construct and experiment with a periscope using reflected light rays to gather an image.

This science fair project idea produces sounds by creating vibrations using different objects.

In this design challenge, your child will create a parachute for a small toy using typical household items.

In this design challenge, your child will make a bottle rocket using typical household items.

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

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

This cool and easy elementary school science fair project idea provides the basic information on the use of our senses to experience the world about us.

Demonstrate how you can make your own compass using a magnetized needle. It also allows you to compare magnetic north and geographic north.

Create a DIY Electromagnet! Using a 9v battery to create an electrical field around a nail, students explore electromagnetism in this cool science project idea.

In this fun science fair project, make two different scale models of our solar system using Astronomical Units and planets' relative size!

Experiment about connection of senses of taste and smell. Using blindfold and noseplugs, administer blind taste test. Analyze results and organize data.

What causes the seasons to change? Kids find out by modeling the earth's tilt using a globe, flashlight and graph paper in this cool science fair project idea.

This science fair project examines how seeds hitchhike on animals and clothing.

This science project teaches students the relationship between compost and plant growth. Students conduct an experiment with different types of compost.

This project investigates the affect of storage temperature on microwave popcorn.

Could there be toxic chemicals lurking in the cupboards and closets of your home?

In this activity your child will create their very own marble maze!

This science fair project idea determines what household items are good conductors of electricity.

This science fair project teaches students the differences between fruits and vegetables.

This science project teaches students to classify different shapes of leaves.