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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 project, you'll build a model of the earth, complete with all seven continents and four major oceans.

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

This study evaluates if electronic devices commonly found in most households emit radiation, and if they do, how much?

Conduct a simple experiment with your child to study how dirt tracks change as they age in this 1st grade science activity.

Here's a fun math and science activity: help your child explore four different kinds of measurement, using their hand and a few simple household tools.

The purpose of this study is to determine if people can tell the difference between organic and conventional food from looking at, smelling and tasting it.

Collect meteorite dust with a magnet in your very own backyard! The objective of this science fair project is to gather meteorite dust to study outer space.

Show your kids the power of baking powder by conducting a simple experiment. Make four batches of cornbread, all identical except for one thing: baking powder!

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

Looking for an enjoyable evening activity you can do with your kids? Study the stars: help them learn about constellations by making one of their own.

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

Study science with your first grader in this arts and crafts activity that models the reason why fall leaves change color with some paint and crayons.

Here is a hands-on activity to help third graders understand the four points of a compass...and how we use them to get around.

Here's a great early reading and science activity for curious children. Learn how to plant your child's name in seeds for a growing writing activity!

Do you love to make Jell-O? Find out in this science fair project idea if it is possible to make Jell-O with just warm water.

The purpose of this science fair project is to demonstrate how yeast, a fungus, causes bread to rise.

Chemistry is a blast with this backyard bomb made from a sandwich bag. All you need are ingredients from the pantry to create a satisfying, and safe, explosion.

Blend science and math to explore a very important first grade social studies question: does our planet contain more land or more water?

Check out this silly game that will put your kid's animal habitat knowledge (and acting skills) to the test.

Children learn the six parts of a plant...but do they really understand? Try this plant-themed meal plan to bring school science into the home.

Learn about the microclimate of your backyard by tracking rainfall, temperature, and observed weather with hand drawn charts and graphs.

Creating a home for a toad is an easy and fun project for kids. Here's how to make your very own toad abode.

Science fair project examining barometric pressure, and how it can be used to predict the weather. How does atmospheric pressures relate to weather conditions?

Do you think heat can affect a plant's growth rate?

How does rust form? Kids will learn about the roles oxygen, water, and electrons play in rust chemistry in this cool science fair project idea.

Make edible amber fossils with your second grader to explore the fascinating world of science!

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!

Your child grows a green thumb and flowers with this seed planting activity that also celebrates the 100th day of school!

Your third grader will be amazed at the explosive combination of vinegar and baking soda in these chocolate volcano cupcakes with white chocolate "lava."