What makes your shadow dance around all day? Let's play detective and find out why that sneaky shadow never stays in one place for long.

Science fair project that develops latent fingerprints on a non-porous objects by converting superglue from a solid state to a gaseous state.

This snowman's not abominable, he's adorable! Your child can bring her very own snowman to life while practicing how to create texture.

This project determines whether Styrofoam, paper, or plastic cups are best for preventing ice from melting.

Learn all about balance and motion as your child designs a corn maze!

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.

Science fair project that examines condensation and the conditions needed in order for dew to form.

In this fun science experiment, kids will determine the best method for ripening avocados and discover the cool chemical reaction that makes this possible.

This science experiment has students test whether a snail moves faster on concrete or dirt.

This project is a vivid, concrete introduction to the basic but important idea that plants need sunlight and water to grow.

In this experiment you will replicate the mummification process by making a hot dog mummy.

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

Kids will build a turtle habitat in order to observe the climate preferences of this cold-blooded reptile.

In this activity, your child will be asked to create a boat that can successfully float while holding 25 pennies.

How can we describe the relationship of magnetic field strength vs. distance? Kids will find out with this free science fair project idea.

In this activity, students will be challenged to describe and count the ways a toy moves from one position on a grid to another.

Explore the scientific concept of capacity by seeing how many pennies you boat can hold before it sinks!

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.

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

Find the North Star, and measure your latitude! The purpose of this science fair project is to find latitude and learn about geographic locations.

This fun experiment provides a concrete and visually striking illustration of photosynthesis.

Test whether plants can grow without sunlight and water.

This science fair project idea explores how length affects the weight a bridge can hold.

Here's an easy experiment that lets your first grader practice the scientific method, while watching a caterpillar eat.

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

In this exciting and empowering challenge, your child will construct a bridge using marshmallows and toothpicks!

What is surface tension? Kids will discover how water-skating insects use surface tension to keep from sinking by making a model water walker.

Reinforce your child’s understanding of the alphabet by helping them construct all of the letters using pipe cleaners.

This science fair project idea investigates how optical distances change the apparent size of an object as seen through a magnifying lens.

In this free science fair project idea, we learn about surface tension and how it can support mass—in this case, a floating paper clip.