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?

Here's an easy experiment that lets your first grader practice the scientific method, while watching a caterpillar eat.

Understanding absorption means understanding why certain fibers and materials can absorb water! Kids will see absorption in action in this simple project.

In this project children practice the scientific method while playing with puffy paint.

In this experiment, students will create their own version of coquina, a sedimentary rock thatâs formed by seashells and sand, cemented by seawater minerals.

Marshmallows are made of sugar, water, and air pockets. Since the marshmallow is flexible, will air pressure cause it to expand when heated in a microwave?

This science project uses Mohsâ Hardness Test to show kids how to compare the hardness of different types of minerals.

In this pinto bean germination experiment, you'll learn about how fertilizer aids in growing pinto beans into seedlings.

How does a compass work? What's a magnetic field? Kids will build their own compass at home to find the answers in this great science fair project idea.

Observe corn seed germination to learn about dicots and monocots and how plants grow from seeds to seedlings to full-grown plants!

Can a toy car determine the strength of a magnet? In this cool magnet science fair project, young scientists will learn how to measure the strength of a magnet.

The objective of this science project is to determine the length of time for different seeds to germinate.

Let your kid experiment with textures among fabric and other materials that are smooth, rough, soft, or slippery—and then they'll make a texture book!

In this fun science experiment, kids will determine the best method for ripening avocados and discover the cool chemical reaction that makes this possible.

Check out this cool science fair project idea that models the behavior of the cold desert plants: xerophytes and halophytes.

Learn about the role of Earth's rotation on the Coriolis Effect and hurricanes in this science project. Model the Coriolis Effect on a hurricane's direction.

This science fair project idea produces varying pitches of sound.

In this free science fair project, learn how to separate salt from water using heat. A great science project for elementary school kids.

Science fair project that demonstrates the effect of detergent pollution on fresh water birds' ability to stay afloat.

Help your second grader observe the phases of the moon, and then let the fun loose: he'll get to chart his observations with marshmallows!

In this science fair project, students use the streak test to tell minerals apart from each other.

People have favorite flavors, but what about ants? Which ant food is the most popular?

This science fair project teaches students about wilting and browning of salad greens.

In this fun activity, your child will create their very own solar oven to bake s'mores!

Kids will learn how to show the direction of magnetic field lines and create a permanent model using iron filings in this great science fair project idea.

Use chemical analysis to identify a variety of mystery powders that look the same but actually have very different properties.

Take a dive into the candy jar with this yummy science experiment.

Kids will conduct a cool limewater carbon dioxide test that can be performed with common household materials to learn about the chemistry of this common gas.

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

For your budding first grade scientist, all you need is some simple, natural materials to create an amazing ant farm. Here's how to get started.