3rd - 8th Grade Physical Science Resources : Page 5

The purpose of this science fair project is to build a basic radio.

Check out this mind-blowing experiment in which a hard-boiled egg will fit through an impossibly small opening with the help of only a few matches!

This science fair project creates a visual model of whatâs happening to sound waves as a car approaches and then leaves.

An hour glass, also known as a sand clock, keeps time. In this activity, your child will make her own sand clock and measure the time it keeps.

This simple "how to make a water wheel" activity makes physics come alive for your child by demonstrating how different kinds of energy work.

Help your curious third grader construct a dazzling spinning wheel that will teach him about the science behind colors while providing some silly entertainment!

Try the classic balloon-on-the-wall trick with your kid and watch static electricity in action.

This experiment uses a yeast solution, liquid detergent, and hydrogen peroxide to produce an exciting reaction like no other!

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.

In this science experiment, your child will test the strength of hollow structures in order to understand how strong bird bones really are.

Every time a sound is produced it emits a sound wave. This experiment demonstrates how sound travels, using nothing more than a spoon and a string!

Get your hands on a concoction that breaks the rules about what's a solid and what's a liquid.

Deck the halls with last season's Christmas lights for a spectacular and electrifying science activity.

Teach your child some scientific basics as you explore the densities of various liquids in this fun experiment.

Introduce your child to the world of motion and physics with a bit of marble play inspired by Sir Isaac Newton!

Your third grader will delight in learning about sound waves as he observes the different sounds created by tapping on glasses with varying amounts of water.