3rd - 8th Grade Science Activities : Page 8

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

This basketball project explores the best way to make the perfect shot every time.

Learn about the fruit fly life cycle in this experiment. Capture fruit flies to examine various stages of insect metamorphosis.

Learn about the effect of artificial light on plant growth versus natural sunlight and delve into some biology and botany concepts in this science project.

Incorporate some math and science thinking into your annual fall fun with this pumpkin investigation activity! Your child will have a blast investigating various ways of measuring pumpkins, making estimates, taking measurements, and recording their findin

This science fair project demonstrates the principles of reflection through simple experiments involving mirrors and light.

Demonstrate how you can make your own compass using a magnetized needle. It also allows you to compare magnetic north and geographic north.

What are the effects of fertilizer on plant growth? What's the best fertilizer type (solid, liquid or powder)? Kids find out in this science fair project idea.

A homemade lava lamp gives any room a retro flair. Find out how to make a homemade lava lamp, and learn some science too, with this educational activity.

This science project uses Mohsâ Hardness Test to show kids how to compare the hardness of different types of minerals.

With this hands-on activity, you'll show how fall colors are hidden in the leaf all year long!

This kinesthetic learning activity will help your fourth grader get a firm grasp on the immensity of the solar system.

Science fair project that examines what causes thunder and why a thunderclap sounds so loud. How is lightening related to the creation of sound waves?

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.

In this pinto bean germination experiment, you'll learn about how fertilizer aids in growing pinto beans into seedlings.

In this experiment you explore how tectonic plates move to create land and expand bodies of water.

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.

In this science experiment, observe convection currents forming and learn about how heat energy moves in liquids from hot to cooler areas through convection.

Show your child how to construct a homemade thermometer. It's hands-on fun and a great way to learn about this important instrument!

Science fair project which will teach you more about the foods that you eat, and learn which ones are healthier choices.

Ever wondered how a plant drinks water? This science project will teach you how and help you create a beautiful floral display!

This science fair project idea determines what household items are good conductors of electricity.

Discover whether cold or hot water from the faucet will boil faster on the stove.

Learn how to make a food pyramid with animals in a a coniferous forest ecosystem around your home.

Crayons aren't just good for creating colorful masterpieces -- they're also great for science!

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

The objective of this science fair project idea is to examine light refraction as it passes through liquid crystals.

Determine whether butterflies like to drink sugar water, salt water, or plain water.

This science fair project idea examines whether adding gelatin causes a solid to have a higher melting point and/or melt slower.

This science fair project idea produces varying pitches of sound.