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

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.

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

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

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

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

In this science fair project, students use the streak test to tell minerals apart from each other.

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

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

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

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

This science fair project idea determines which method of hand cleansing is the most effective.

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

In this activity, your student will be invited to build a chair out of building blocks that is designed to meet the specific size and shape of a small doll or toy figure.

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

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

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

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

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

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.

Science fair project which determines whether the size or the thickness of a piece of paper has an effect on how many times it can be folded in half.

Find out whether soil amendments can improve soil conditions and help you grow a bigger beanstalk in this ecology experiment!

Start your toy engines -- this is going to be a fast and friction-filled race!

Stories change as you retell them. The objective of this science fair project is to demonstrate how information gets interpreted, distorted and changed.

How does water pressure change with depth? Kids learn how pressure works underwater with this cool and easy demo.

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.

What's the science behind those out-of-sight roots? Find out if you can trick roots into growing in different directions.