5th and 6th Grade Activities : Page 3

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

Help your fourth grade scientist practice measurement, and make a scrumptious, healthy summer cheesecake in the process!

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

This science fair project idea discovers which brand of bubblegum produces the largest bubbles.

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

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

Teach your little one to appreciate all the best things in life with a keepsake Thanksgiving plate.

This science experiment examines the role of fat in food, especially in making bread rise and whipping cream.

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

This experiment explores the question of whether age and/or gender play a role in people's ability to remember dreams.

In this science fair projects, students will grow out the bacteria that collect on air conditioner filters.

This science fair project idea examines whether the colors of the spectrum respond differently in the thermal aspect when radiated by the sun.

Did you ever add salt to pasta? Did it help cook the pasta faster? If not, find out in this science fair project idea.

A tall glass of lemonade is the perfect summer treat. Make it even better with these creative twists on classic lemonade!

Discover whether a metal will expand under hot water.

Science fair project which identifies the most effective insulator that you could use to make a winter coat by comparing how well cloth and cotton trap heat.

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

This project examines Newton's First and Second Laws of Motion with a bicycle and water balloons.

These Halloween sandwiches are a creepy-crawly treat for a holiday party or an especially scary school lunch. Make these Halloween sandwiches for your child.

This science fair project idea investigates how magnetism can defy the force of gravity.

Help your learner develop her fine motor and communication skills with this fun and festive fall activity.

Celebrate the spirit of Dr. King's famous "I Have a Dream" speech with this meaningful and educational art project.

Will storing cucumbers and tomatoes in the fridge destroy their unique flavors? Find out in this science fair project idea!

Science fair project that examines albedo, and how this information is applied in the design of cars, sportswear, and other items. Which colors reflect light?

In this science experiment, do tensile strength test on fishing line, a strand of hair, a rubber band, and any other materials you're curious about!

Learn about where colors come from and how light absorption works in this fun experiment! All you need is a flashlight, construction paper, and cellophane!

In this challenge, students are tasked with creating a model roller coaster that a marble can travel through.

Did you know cooking supports your child in learning complex math skills? Reinforce your child's measurement and problem solving skills by whipping up some healthy sweet potatoes for a dinner side dish!

In this project, you will observe and record changes in sunspots over two weeks.

This experiment evaluates if a noisy environment makes it harder for test subjects to perform tasks that require hand-eye coordination.