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

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

Kids discover what a homogeneous mixture is by adding sugar to distilled water and identify the various factors affecting solubility.

What's the chemistry behind dyeing Easter eggs? Will adding vinegar to dye help the eggshell absorb the color? This colorful science project has the answers!

In this free science fair project idea, we learn about surface tension and how it can support mass—in this case, a floating paper clip.

Handedness and footedness refer to whether people prefer to use their left or right hand and foot. In this experiment, test hand and foot dominance.

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.

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

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.

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

This cool science fair project teaches kids about temperature, density and buoyancy using balloons that float with normal air. No helium required!

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

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

Why do plants wilt? Kids will learn to think critically about what environmental factors affect plants, and what plants need to survive.

What's the best way to make DIY compost? Kids will learn about aerobic and anaerobic decomposition while learning to appreciate the value of composting.

Science fair project that examines condensation and the conditions needed in order for dew to form.

How does rust form? Kids will learn about the roles oxygen, water, and electrons play in rust chemistry in this cool science fair project idea.

Check out this fun science fair project to make a vinegar and baking soda balloon and demonstrate how gas is created as a result of the chemical reaction.

The objective of this science fair project is to examine the effects of temperature on salt and water solutions, as they form crystals over time.

In this science fair project, students discover how sedimentary layers form as sediments like mud, silt and sand settle over time.

What animals are most popular? This project affords practice in data-collection, record-keeping and data-analysis through the investigation of this question.

In this fun science fair project idea, kids will experiment with various methods in order to discover the fastest way to cool a soda.

Find out whether soil amendments can improve soil conditions and help you grow a bigger beanstalk in this ecology experiment!

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

Kids will make predictions about cricket behavior by conducting this fun and easy experiment which simulates different environments for crickets.

This science fair project idea examines the reason boats are shaped and engineered.

Discover how to make fake snot with this cool science fair project idea to learn about polymers, enzymes, and more.

This science fair project idea investigates if webbed feet help a duck (and others) swim.

The purpose of this science fair project is to study the properties of sugar and examine individual preferences for sugar and other sweeteners.

This science fair project on testing water hardness is a great introduction to practical chemistry. Test and learn the difference between hard and soft water.