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This science fair project idea investigates how optical distances change the apparent size of an object as seen through a magnifying lens.

What does a raindrop look like when it splashes on the ground? Is each raindrop unique like snowflakes? Find out how raindrop size varies in this experiment.

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

Design a survival kit. Brainstorm various survival scenarios. Address basic human requirements and natural resources. Describe each tool as well uses.

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.

Find out which kind of bubble wrap fares best when put in impact.

Children will learn all about cause and effect as they experiment with potion-making in this Halloween themed activity.

Throughout history, people have used song as a teaching and memory tool. This project explores whether song improves a person's ability to retain information.

This study evaluates if electronic devices commonly found in most households emit radiation, and if they do, how much?

This science fair project will help students learn about non-vascular plants, such as mosses.

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

This science fair idea examines hydrogel superabsorbent polymer crystals. They can absorb 500 times their weight in water. Can they absorb other liquids too?

Learn how to make an anemometer with step-by-step instructions in this cool science fair project idea for 4th grade.

This science fair project explores how osmotic pressure forces water through the root up into the plant.

examine how passive solar heating works, measure temperature in a parked car on a sunny day. ways to use passive solar heating as an alternative, energy

This science fair project idea examines whether adding gelatin causes a solid to have a higher melting point and/or melt slower.

This science fair project focuses on a polymer called hydrogel super absorbent crystal which absorbs water, swelling to many times its original size.

This science fair project idea investigates emulsifiers that allow oil and vinegar to mix.

This science project encourages students to investigate the Mozart Effect, the idea that classical music promotes learning.

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

Does dough rise faster with unbleached or bleached flour? Investigate in this science fair project idea.

Explore how dielectric heating comes into play when microwaving various liquids in this science project. This test will help you understand how microwaves work!

Soil and energy don't go together, right? That would be as bizarre as a pairing of peanut butter and marshmallows! Well, actually...

Do you love to make Jell-O? Find out in this science fair project idea if it is possible to make Jell-O with just warm water.

Determine whether butterflies like to drink sugar water, salt water, or plain water.

Science fair project idea that examines different physical characteristics of a chosen animal. Make educated guesses about evolution based on animal's form.

Kids will learn about the interaction of lactose and lactase in milk and discover why we describe enzymes as catalysts in this fun science fair project.

In this fun science fair project idea learn about universal solvents and solutes and find out the solubility of several common liquid substances.

Examine which metal conducts more heat by boiling water in 3 pans made of aluminum, copper, and stainless steel.