In this project children practice the scientific method while playing with puffy paint.

In this air pressure science experiment with a balloon and a jar, children will use heat to create a partial vacuum and suck a balloon into a jar.

The objective of this science project was to build a model of a volcano and observe reaction between different substances, including baking soda and vinegar.

How does dishwashing liquid work? Kids discover the chemical mechanism behind cleansing power in this easy science fair project idea.

Play with balance and simple engineering as you hurry to create a sturdy rock tower.

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

The goal of this fun science fair project idea is to microwave candy and investigate: do some colors of M&Ms melt faster than others?

This science fair project idea demonstrates how air resistance contributes to denser objects falling faster than less dense objects.

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

The purpose of this science fair project is to explore whether UV light passes through some colors and not others by looking at blue, red, purple, and clear.

This science fair project idea investigates if fats add to the flavor of food.

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

This classic children's game demonstrates how sound travels through air vs. through a solid.

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

Can you dig it? This science experiment isn't for kids who like to keep their hands clean.

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.

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

This project explores whether plants can live and grow when "watered" with juice, soda, or milk.

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 science fair experiment, children demonstrate the relationship between the amount of stuff and the amount of pressure in a closed system.

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

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

This experiment has students record rat behavior to learn about the benefits of rats and research rat myths throughout history.

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

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

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.

For this science fair project, kids will learn how to make a lemon battery. They can conduct this classic experiment using readily available materials.

Learn how to be a bird scientist in this simple project of watching feathered friends in their habitat.

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

What do worms eat? Kids find out what kinds of rotting leaves and vegetables worms prefer in this cool compost science fair project.