5th - 8th Grade Science Activities : Page 10

In this science fair project, students learn how pressure can make the minerals in a rock line up in the same direction and form bands and foliation.

In this fun experiment, learn about brand awareness and the influence of media on children by testing logo recognition in different age groups.

Does skin thickness really decrease fruit spoilage? Find out in this science fair project idea!

The objective of this science fair project is to study the photosynthesis process and demonstrate the important role that leaves play in the process.

This easy at-home experiment is a great way to "see" science.

Demonstrate how static electricity can cause an object to move. It also examines just how an object affected by static electricity will move.

Science fair project that develops latent fingerprints on a non-porous objects by converting superglue from a solid state to a gaseous state.

This project examines what types of objects burn and which burn faster and cleaner.

This project explores ways to prevent static electrical shocks.

Here's a fun activity that will have your child researching, collecting, and charting plant specimens from the neighborhood.

This project examines whether playing music during class helps students learn or if it distracts students from learning.

Science isn't ho hum anymore when it involves building catapults to teach your fifth grader about projectile motion.

This science project has students collect wood samples and invent new uses for different types of wood based on its properties.

The objective of this science fair project is to set up a compost bin to convert food scraps and organic waste.

Science fair project which tests various sedimentary, igneous and metamorphic rocks to find out whether one rock family is stronger than the others.

What are the benefits of good posture? Kids will learn about the cognitive effects of good posture through conducting and observing a controlled experiment.

Is your child a nature nut with an eye for creative, green-friendly projects? Introduce them to this amazing DIY bird feeder!

This experiment that explores water and air pressure will amaze your fifth grader as it appears that a single card is holding water in an upside-down glass.

Explore how sound waves are reflected and absorbed by producing echoes. Analyze which locations produce echoes.

Study the life cycle of the common blowfly as it relates to forensic investigation. Record the first time you see flies, maggots, and eggs.

Science fair project that compares the freezing temperature of salt water and freshwater in order to learn about supercooling and condensation nuclei.

Total alkalinity and pH personal care products are controlled to prevent skin irritation. Learn more about basic and acidic substances in this science project.

In this experiment we will be determining whether birds prefer certain colors of seed.

This science fair project idea explores how much force is needed to move a lever at different distances from the fulcrum.

In celebration of Earth Day, help your fifth grader write a poem from the Earth to its inhabitants.

The goal of this science fair project is to discover the science behind carbonated soft drinks and apply this knowledge to create a new one.

Science fair project that determines whether lettuce that is harvested gradually yields more produce than lettuce that is harvested all at once.

Science fair project about work and energy which uses a simple mathematical formula to predict how far a jar will roll down an incline.

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

In this game, players will learn interesting facts about animal adaption and practice them using a fun matching card game!