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Are you ready to be a detective for science? Then get out your magnifying glass and start studying fingerprints!

In this cool science experiment, learn about magnetism and poles, and test magnet strength to find out if two magnets are twice as strong as one.

Be a chemist for a day and study the simple reaction between sugar and heat. Try heating sugar and see what happens!

Study the life cycle of the common blowfly as it relates to forensic investigation. Record the first time you see flies, maggots, and eggs.

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

In this science fair project, young children discover what happens when two fluids that have different densities get together.

In this experiment, your child will create two compost bins and see if he can determine what attracts fruit flies.

Milk is made of water and fat; but how can you separate the two? Find out in this color changing milk experiment.

This classic children's game-connecting two cups with a string-demonstrates sound's ability to travel through air vs through a solid.

How do organic materials become soil? This science experiment measures what materials biodegrade.

The goal of this evaporation experiment is to learn about how different external conditions affect drying time.

Plants and light seem to be good buddies, but how far does the friendship really go?

Before you get ready for a delicious scramble or omelet, add a bit of science to your morning routine!

What animals are most popular? This project affords practice in data-collection, record-keeping and data-analysis through the investigation of this question.

This science experiment tests why guacamole goes brown and if leaving the pit in will stop guacamole from turning brown.

Science fair project that determines whether lettuce that is harvested gradually yields more produce than lettuce that is harvested all at once.

With Halloween right around the corner, find a way to use your brain and reward your tummy with a new type of science -- candy science!

Uh-oh! Is that a pill sitting on the counter or a piece of candy?

Science fair project that demonstrates the effect of detergent pollution on fresh water birds' ability to stay afloat.

This science project teaches young students about germs, bacteria, and the importance of washing their hands. Students will test what is the best way to wash.

Take a closer look at your furry friend (or the furry friend of a neighbor -- with permission) to discover if communication exists between cats and humans.

Science fair project idea that examines different physical characteristics of a chosen animal. Make educated guesses about evolution based on animal's form.

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

This science fair project teaches students the differences between fruits and vegetables.

This science fair project teaches students about wilting and browning of salad greens.

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.

People have favorite flavors, but what about ants? Which ant food is the most popular?

Kids will make a beautiful rainbow in a jar and learn what enables different types of liquids to remain distinct in separate layers.

This science fair project teaches about mold. Students will test different foods to see which grow mold the fastest.

Why doesn't the ocean freeze? Students answer this question by simulating the chemical composition and temperature of arctic waters in their own home.