5th Grade Science Projects Resources : Page 4

This science project challenges students to study deer behavior in their natural habitat- the feeding patterns, social behaviors, male to female ratio, etc.

Create a DIY Electromagnet! Using a 9v battery to create an electrical field around a nail, students explore electromagnetism in this cool science project idea.

This science fair project explains the process of how the lungs expand and contract with the help of the diaphragm.

Learn about the effect of artificial light on plant growth versus natural sunlight and delve into some biology and botany concepts in this science project.

Does electricity move better through thick wires or thin ones? kids will conduct this classic electricity experiment for this science fair project.

This project investigates the affect of storage temperature on microwave popcorn.

Kids will learn how to measure the viscosity of liquids by making their own homemade viscometer in this great science fair project idea.

In this science fair project, apply the principles of leverage and force by building six simple machines designed to set weights in motion.

This science fair project idea examines which type of insulation holds in the most heat.

In this science fair project, we learn how air molecules move as a result of density, convection, and air currents.

Design a survival kit. Brainstorm various survival scenarios. Address basic human requirements and natural resources. Describe each tool as well uses.

This science fair project idea investigates whether plants can survive being frozen.

The goal of this science fair experiment is to demonstrate the effects of air pressure on objects and analyze applications of air pressure principles.

Science fair project examining barometric pressure, and how it can be used to predict the weather. How does atmospheric pressures relate to weather conditions?

This science fair project idea demonstrates that light travels in straight lines and experiments with reflecting light.

This science fair project focuses on the use of a conductivity device that will determine if a substance dissolved in water can or cannot conduct electricity.

Demonstrate how you can make your own compass using a magnetized needle. It also allows you to compare magnetic north and geographic north.

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

Science fair project which determines whether the size or the thickness of a piece of paper has an effect on how many times it can be folded in half.

This science fair project idea explores substances that cause a bubble to last longer.

In this Bernoulli's Principle experiment, you'll learn how an increase in the speed of a fluid, like air, decreases pressure.

Examine which metal conducts more heat by boiling water in 3 pans made of aluminum, copper, and stainless steel.

This science experiment examines the role of fat in food, especially in making bread rise and whipping cream.

Science fair project that examines what causes thunder and why a thunderclap sounds so loud. How is lightening related to the creation of sound waves?

This science fair project idea studies which brand of wintergreen candy produces the most sparks in the dark.

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

Kids will discover the meat science behind the meat they eat, and find out how to use safe chemistry to make meat more tender.

In this experiment you will replicate the mummification process by making a hot dog mummy.

This science fair project idea investigates the ability of different whitening toothpastes to whiten teeth.

Explore the craters, maria, and highlands on the surface of the Moon! In this fun science project you'll create a 3-D model of the moon using paper mache.