Measuring Temperature Activities : Page 4

Thermometers are how we measure temperature, and we've all heard the terms "centigrade" and "Fahrenheit" tossed around, but what do they really mean?

This homemade barometer allows your little scientist to contemplate and compare different air and weather conditions.

This science fair project will help learners determine whether algae can be made to grow by feeding it supplementary carbon dioxide.

This study observes plants, insects and an animal living in proximity to a known source of EMF.

Check out this fun science project idea to explore different types of starches and learn how removing starch affects the quality and taste of food.

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

Did you ever drink spoiled milk? Find out whether whole milk spoils at the same rate as 2% and skim milk.

The objective of this experiment is to evaluate the effects of acid rain on plants.

Find out which part of a flame burns wood the fastest and also if this is true for all types of flames such as candle-flame, burners, and lighters.

Determine how salinity affects the circulation of warm and cold water. Note whether the warm water mixes or forms a layer with cold water.

Science fair project in which you will build your own algae photobioreactor which will meet the physiological requirements of algae for maximum growth.

Determine whether magic salt is more effective at melting snow than regular salt. Pour one ounce of salt over the ice cubes, compare the melt downs.

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

What keeps a an item cooler, polymer crystals or ice? Find out in this cool science experiment!

This experiment uses a yeast solution, liquid detergent, and hydrogen peroxide to produce an exciting reaction like no other!

This science fair project idea explores whether mint, known for its âcooling sensationâ really does lower temperatures.

Kids will create their own version of Richard Feynman's rubber band heat engine to learn about thermodynamics with this cool science fair project idea.

Ethanol can be used as an alternative fuel! The purpose of this experiment is to identify a starch plant that produces the largest quantity of ethanol.

Here's a fun at-home activity that will help your child strengthen math skills using high and low temperature data, and become a master temperature tracker!

Save money by making compost! Use this science fair project idea to determine which composting methods best encourage decomposition of organic matter.

Learn about calorimetry, make a bomb calorimeter, and experiment with combusting different nuts to see which one produces the most energy!

The objective of this science experiment is to evaluate the affects of high and low heat capacity on a material's heat retention ability.

This science fair project idea determines whether land or water warms more quickly and investigates how solar radiation increases the temperature of surfaces.

These cute holly-shaped hair clips are a breeze to make for holiday celebrations. They make a great party activity, too!

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.

Kids will learn about insulation, heat conduction, and the economic benefits of energy efficient windows in this cool science fair project.

This Mother's Day, mix in some fifth grade science learning to create this fabulous fudge!

This science fair project idea determines effective strategies to help students stay awake and attentive.

This project examines the affect of temperature on viscosity and surface tension of different liquids.

Help your first grade scientist learn about metamorphosis by observing the life cycle of some interesting creepy crawlies.