3rd - 5th Grade Measuring Temperature Activities : Page 2

Science fair project which simulates the global conveyor belts on a small scale, and observes the effects of wind, density and temperature on water movement.

Is horse manure a possible energy source in a crisis? Use calorimetry to find out how much energy horse manure can produce in this science fair project.

Time is an abstract concept that's difficult to grasp. But waiting for the turkey to come out of the oven on Thanksgiving is a concretely yummy experience.

How does salinity affect the point at which water freezes? Kids will find out by performing this cool melting ice experiment.

This Mother's Day, mix in some fifth grade science learning to create this fabulous fudge!

Use playing cards to learn about temperature as well as positive and negative integers in this fourth grade math game.

Science fair project that examines how temperature affects density and how density in turn affects the behavior of helium gas.

What is the hydrologic cycle and how does it work? Check out this fun and easy science project where you will model and learn about Earth's water cycle!

This cool science fair project teaches kids about temperature, density and buoyancy using balloons that float with normal air. No helium required!

Grow a garden with an environmentally-friendly twist by using plant scraps that usually get thrown away.

This science fair project idea explores whether factors such as temperature and concentration affect the pH of a solution.

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

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

Do plants breathe? Not exactly. They do respire though! This activity will help your child with see that plants are producing the oxygen we need to survive.

Got a kid who loves fashion? Help her develop her own unique style with this tie-dye project using natural dyes.

This homemade barometer allows your little scientist to contemplate and compare different air and weather conditions.

Kids will learn about insulation, heat conduction, and the economic benefits of energy efficient windows in this cool science fair project.

These delicious Easter Basket Cupcakes are a simple, creative holiday treat. These cupcakes sit in waffle bowls with festive coconut grass and jellybean eggs.

How do icicles form and what do they look like? Do this free science fair project and watch the formation of icicles occur right before your eyes.

If it's Easter, it must be time for egg hunts. But we have to admit, most kids would rather take a bite out of a yummy cupcake than a hard-boiled egg.

Any time is the perfect time to whip up a delicious batch of fluffy pumpkin cookies.

Marshmallows are made of sugar, water, and air pockets. Since the marshmallow is flexible, will air pressure cause it to expand when heated in a microwave?

What keeps a an item cooler, polymer crystals or ice? Find out in this cool science experiment!

Topped with roasted pumpkin, prosciutto, herbs, and feta, these pita pizzas are a healthy, seasonal alternative to your classic pie.

This experiment examines whether storing your orange juice at different temperatures affects its acidity.

Science fair project that examines how yeast grows, and which conditions allow for optimal growth. What types of nutrients does yeast prefer?

Dive into the world of cooking oil and smoke points to discover just how fast some oils start smoking.

Instead of loading up on mayonnaise based potato salad, your child can whip up something healthier: German potato salad!

To help your child learn how to use a thermometer, try this temperature collecting activity at home.

You've heard the expression "burn rubber" but do you know how heat affects rubber? Examine the impact of temperature on rubber in this fun science experiment.