Young physicists will wrestle with a discrepant event: the Hammer Ruler Trick. They'll make some inferences about torque, balance, and center of gravity.

Science fair project that determines what neurons are, what they do and compiles this vital information in an illustrated book.

Science fair project idea that measures fuel efficiency in cars. Calculate cost per mile by comparing fuel cost and consumption data.

Slime: It's oozy, it's goopy, and it's just plain fun! Learn how to make slime with this fun science fair project.

In this CD hovercraft science project, students will construct their own DIY hovercraft.

Your child can explore the wonders of science, and the concept of dehydration, along with creating a healthy and tasty treat!

Many substances are compounds of different elements. This experiment combines iodine and zinc to make zinc iodide.

It's easier than you think to make homemade play dough -- just a few pantry staples makes a natural version of the toy that kids have loved for generations.

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

Bake some cookies with an oven that collects sunlight and traps the shorter wavelengths (heat!).

Who knew that you could make beads out of rose petals? Not only can it be done, but the beads smell wonderful!

By using static electricity generated from their body, a child can cause a small fluorescent lamp bulb to light up!

This interactive project invites science fair-goers to participate in examination and recording to demonstrate the importance of firsthand observation.

Use sticks and stones to create create an outdoor version of tic-tac-toe!

Clouds are formed when warm and cold air meet. Here's a way for kids to see it all up close!

Research what is known about Alzheimer's disease and its treatment, and then prepare a script for television to educate the public.

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 cool middle school science fair project idea helps students explore the role phototropism plays in the growth of green plants.

Have you ever noticed the way a dropped stone makes a fun pattern in a pond or lake? What's the science behind these splashy occurrences?

Why does purple cheese look nasty? Because color plays a big part in how we perceive the taste of different foods. Are birds just like us in this respect?

Help your kids fall in love with nature by making a simple clay bird bath. Set it up in your yard and watch the animals venture in for a sip of water.

Do plants get crowded? Have your curious kid investigate how plants respond if they're forced to grow together in a confined space.

Satisfy your sweet tooth with this easy summer activity! Make homemade ice cream and let your child practice his science skills.

Learn how to make a weathervane with this fun and simple meteorology project for fourth graders.

Help your kindergarten scientist understand the concept of surface tension with this simple science experiment.

In this simple and social activity, children use size comparison skills to find objects in nature that are bigger, smaller, longer, and shorter.

If you hold a fire up to a balloon, it pops instantly. What if you could prevent this from happening? In this project, we do just that.

Take this "paper plate snack test" with your child for a hands-on lesson in making healthier choices to teach your child about what's in his food.

Find out whether optical mice are useful on all surfaces or if there are drawbacks to this supposedly superior solution to the traditional roller-ball mouse.

What happens when light hits a hard surface? Find out by conducting a simple light reflection experiment with your preschooler.