Measuring Temperature Activities : Page 2

How do cold packs work? Explore endothermic reactions by comparing the temperature change that results from various chemicals added to water to find out!

From Canada's flag, to the Toronto Maple Leafs, to classic maple syrup cookies, the maple tree is very much a part of Canadian heritage.

This simple experiment serves as an introduction to the greenhouse effect.

This Pysanky egg-decorating activity is perfect for young artists. Bring a little color and creativity to any holiday with this traditional Ukrainian craft.

Science fair project which measures the amount of heat energy released by a burning candle by calculating how many calories of heat it emits.

How does frost form? How fast does it form? Do this simple science project using a plastic glass, rock salt and some water to learn about deposition.

This potato cannon activity teaches your middle schooler about the principle of Boyle's Law. Make a potato cannon and have a blast learning about science.

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

Preschoolers are fascinated by how colors can be mixed to form new ones. This activity combines color mixing with the concept of melting for extra science fun.

Kids make strong bubbles to investigate the effect different additives have on bubble life in this cool science fair project idea.

Science fair project that tests the effects of temperature change on the reactivity of the catalase enzyme.

In this cool project, create a lighted, scale model of the different layers of the Sun, including the core, radiation and convection zones, and photosphere.

This science fair project idea explores whether factors such as temperature and concentration affect the pH of a solution.

Find out whether freezing or refrigerating destroys more bacteria. This is essential to consuming safe and germ-free food.

How does bleach kill bacteria? Kids find out in this impressive bacteria science fair project by testing different concentrations on a safe strain of E. coli.

The next time you've got a restless second grade earth scientist on your hands, use this experiment to demonstrate crystals and make a tasty treat, too!

In this science fair project idea, kids make water dance on the surface of a hot pan with the Leidenfrost Effect.

Science fair project that uses distillation to convert salt water into fresh water.

Do your laundry and your science project simultaneously! This science fair project investigates whether the color of a garment affects the time needed to dry.

Here is a fun middle school science project on factors affecting solubility. Learn how dissolved solids can "crash out" to form crystals when conditions change.

Science fair project that tests how heat affects the chemical reaction between a seltzer tablet and a glass of water.

Explore how you can achieve magnetic levitation with the Meissner Effect! This cool science project explains formation and applications of a superconductor.

Teach your child what a sugar plum is with this easy recipe that gets your child to chop, mix, and roll his way to a delicious treat.

Free science fair project idea that examines air pollution in local environments. Particles are trapped by petroleum jelly on microscope slides.

How do animals keep warm? In this experiment, find out whether fat insulation resists cold temperatures and learn how this works in the animal kingdom.

This cookie dough handles like molding clay, but also makes delicious cookies. Use this activity to strengthen your child's alphabet skills.

The purpose of this science project is to determine which chemical best lowers the temperature of water in a cold pack and if the amount affects its use.

Thousands of witches that come out to celebrate Halloween. Now, your child can make her very own self-standing witch.

Chlorine and chloramine are added to our tap water to kill harmful microorganisms. What is the best way to filter these disinfectants in your drinking water?

Study the effects of wind and temperature on evaporation. Place wet sponges in different environments, check at regular intervals, track time required to dry.