Science Activities : Page 55

Make "fossils" with your child to hide in the sandbox or at the park or the beach, to help your child explore his archaeological side.

Explore joule heating and resistance vs. temperature with this cool electricity science fair project that gets kids melting ice cubes with resistors.

In this experiment, kids will see if pruning tomato plants makes them more fruitful and learn about the factors that contribute to a plant's fruit production.

Show your fourth grader how to see her heart in action. Make a simple device out of a drinking straw and clay to help her spot the movement of her pulse!

Are you ready to pilot your own airplane? Well, then take to the skies with this high-flying project!

Study and categorize the functions and types of genes. Run gene experiments chosen from links. Analyze data, explain ideas in a detailed report.

This science fair project idea explores plant growth from a bulb, root, and a stem and investigates asexual plant reproduction.

In this 3rd grade science activity, you'll experiment with the little-known fourth state of matter: polymers! Mix borax with white glue and watch what happens.

Demonstrate that insects observe colors and choose favorites. Place colored pieces of construction paper on a flat, glassy surface, observe bug preference.

Determine which factors promote the greatest memory interference. Administer test, time how long it takes subjects to complete different tasks.

Determine the effect of reading aloud on memory skills. Prepare a list of randomly chosen words, ask volunteers to recall as many as possible from the list.

This science fair project examines whether ocean water can be made safe to drink.

Kids learn about the color rendering index by finding the best lightning for makeup in this fun and original physics science fair project idea.

Summer is a great time to work on pre-kindergarten skills that will serve your child well in her first year at school, while having some fun in the sun!

Will male or female hair grow faster? Find out in this science fair project idea!

Science fair project that identifies the nature of ionic and covalent bonds and determines how ionic and covalent compounds differ.

Science fair project that examines the effects of soap on the surface tension of water. How does soap affect the surface tension of water?

It has long been believed that weather influences mood and behavior. This experiment will evaluate if weather can really impact the way people feel.

Formulate a hypothesis and use the scientific method to determine the guess what is hidden in a box. Test abilities of volunteers, without opening box.

What is biodiversity? Kids will study different areas of their backyards to see which is the most diverse to learn about biodiversity and random sampling.

Got a birdwatcher on your hands? Bring the birds to your backyard by making a zany bird feeder using an orange and some string.

Chemistry isn't just incredible ... sometimes its edible! These crystal lollipops are a delicious introduction to chemistry concepts.

This science experiment explores why leaves change color in the fall and the role of photosynthesis in leaf coloration.

Here's a fun science experiment that's refreshingly tasty too! Turn regular water into a tasty treat perfect for consuming on a hot day.

This winter garden project is just about bomb-proof, and believe it or not, it might even make a great gift. So get craft happy with your first grader!

In this math and science activity, help your middleschooler learn about proportion and measurement with just her shadow and a tape measure!

Step into the fantastic world of colors with a project that explores what shade you -- and your friends -- like best.

Administer IQ tests to volunteers. have one group practice typical IQ test problems. Then compare results of the two groups.

Science fair project that determines whether mass and weight are the same or different.

Check out this fun high school science fair project idea to identify features of a mushroom and learn how do humans use fungi to their benefit?