Applied Science Projects
Children interested in engineering, applied math, or computer science will love this collection of applied science projects for kids. For kids who don't want to just make a paper mache volcano and call it a day, this collection of applied science experiments challenges them to explore the places where science and everyday life intersect, prompting them to build some cool things and address some intriguing questions.
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Bridge Project
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Bridge Project
This science fair project idea develops an understanding through experimentation of which shapes are the most structurally strong.
5th grade
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Playing with Probability
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Playing with Probability
Science fair project idea helps conceptualize probability. Compare probabilities and outcomes of cards drawn from a standard playing deck.
Science
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Resurecting Rube
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Resurecting Rube
Design and build an invention inspired by Rube Goldberg's designs. Build your invention. Test the machine, write a detailed report.
Science
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Repurposed Designs
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Repurposed Designs
Make a list of items that need repurposing such as e-waste, batteries and mattresses. Invent your own original repurposed design.
High school
Science
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Balloon Rocketry
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Balloon Rocketry
Design and build a balloon rocket from an existing design. Think of the ways in which existing designs can be improved, new practical applications
High school
Science
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Whole and Parts: Taking Things Apart
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Whole and Parts: Taking Things Apart
This project leads to an understanding that a whole may be built of smaller parts that fit and work together and provides an introduction to basic tools.
Kindergarten
Science
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Investigating Beauty with the Golden Ratio
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Investigating Beauty with the Golden Ratio
In this project students learn about the golden ratio and investigate if it can be used to predict people's assessment of beauty in others.
Social studies
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Energy Efficient Windows
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Energy Efficient Windows
Kids will learn about insulation, heat conduction, and the economic benefits of energy efficient windows in this cool science fair project.
5th grade
Science
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Sand Bridge
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Sand Bridge
Future engineers, unite! Discover how to keep a sandcastleâs bridge from falling
into the moat.
4th grade
Science
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Balancing Rocks: A Wobbly Game
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Balancing Rocks: A Wobbly Game
Play with balance and simple engineering as you hurry to create a sturdy rock tower.
2nd grade
Science
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Vroom!
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Vroom!
Consult mechanics, automotive specialists for advice. Build a real engine or a scale model. Test and demonstrate its mechanical properties.
High school
Science
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Whispering Walls
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Whispering Walls
Research overview of architecural acoustics. Design and build a whispering wall from wood or plastic. Test which materials work best.
High school
Science
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Bridge Over Troubled Water
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Bridge Over Troubled Water
This science fair project idea explores how length affects the weight a bridge can hold.
1st grade
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Living Architecture
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Living Architecture
Design and build a scale model representing living tree architecture. Then build a full-size version using one or more lives trees, and test your creation.
High school
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Influencing a Coin Flip
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Influencing a Coin Flip
This science fair project idea determines the probability of a coin landing heads or tails.
5th grade
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Seeds x Three
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Seeds x Three
Study the impact of environment on seed germination among three materials: soil, paper towel, and cloth. Note when seeds germinate and how well they germinate
Science
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Slide Show
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Slide Show
Build basic projector out of ordinary materials. Create several color transparency slides, demonstrate your creation.
Science
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Energy Transformation
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Energy Transformation
Do you hate to waste energy? In this experiment you will design a mechanical device that is powered bythe process known as energy transformation.
High school
Science
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Tire House
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Tire House
Research Earthship buildings. Draft a unique architectural design that repurposes used, discarded radial tires. Build scale model of structure.
High school
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Magnetometer
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Magnetometer
Science fair project that builds a magnetometer and demonstrate its uses.
High school
Science
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Measuring Things
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Measuring Things
Research different measurement systems, design your own new or improved system that can measure something difficult to measure with traditional systems.
High school
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The Sheer Joy of Vacuuming
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The Sheer Joy of Vacuuming
Research basic components of vacuum cleaners, consult vacuum cleaner manufacturers for advice. Design vacuum with attachments that change automatically.
High school
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Finding the Fibonacci Sequence in Nature
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Finding the Fibonacci Sequence in Nature
Fibonacci sequences have been observed throughout nature, like in leaves and flowers. In this project, students find examples of the Fibonacci sequence.
Science
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Measuring Heart Rate with Doppler Ultrasound
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Measuring Heart Rate with Doppler Ultrasound
In this science fair experiment, students learn about the scientific principles behind Doppler ultrasound.
Science
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Hot Air Balloon Heights
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Hot Air Balloon Heights
The objective this science fair project is to determine whether a bigger bag will allow a homemade hot air balloon to fly higher than smaller bag.
5th grade
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