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Demonstrate the properties of pressure and surface tension to explain how water can stay inside an upside down glass using cardboard.

Show your child that the simplest ingredients (salt and water) can be used to illustrate the concept of density!

In this science fair project, young children discover what happens when two fluids that have different densities get together.

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

In this experiment you explore how tectonic plates move to create land and expand bodies of water.

Show your preschooler how to make a print of a butterfly using her hand as a tool--a great way to stimulate her sense of touch.

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

This simple project makes young children aware of their sense of smell and its capacity for providing them with information about their world.

This science fair project idea demonstrates that plants give off water.

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

In this simple and social activity, children use size comparison skills to find objects in nature that are bigger, smaller, longer, and shorter.

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

Find out whether putting something on top of a plant will inhibit its growth.

Do different types of oil mix or stack? Find out in this science fair project idea!

In this science fair experiment, children demonstrate the relationship between the amount of stuff and the amount of pressure in a closed system.

This play-activity causes young children to focus on and become more aware of their sense of hearing and the power of their ears.

In this science fair project, kids observe the expansion of liquids when frozen and determine if some liquids expand more than others in the freezing process.

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

Ever wonder why refrigerator lights turn off when you close the door? Does the darkness prevent food from spoiling? This experiment, determines just that.

How do people move pianos and heavy furniture into tall buildings? Show your kids some pulley potential with this simple household exercise!

This fall, make a leaf crown that will encourage creative play and your child's interest in the natural world while you help them build fine motor skills.

Encourage local wildlife to settle down in your backyard with this adorable bird nest craft.

This science fair project idea explores whether a plastic slinky works as well as a metal slinky when walking it down the stairs.

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

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

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

In this sound experiment children listen for differences as they tap on a bag of air, a bag of water, and a wooden block held up to their ears.

In this science fair project, young children observe, record, and create collections of shapes in their world and increase their powers of observation.

This project examines whether people's taste perception is influenced by what they see.

This engaging project encourages young children to practice and refine the important scientific skills of sorting and classification.