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!

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

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.

In this project, waves of vibrations are experimented with using water in glasses.

In this project children practice the scientific method while playing with puffy paint.

This science fair project looks one of the most important factors affecting seed germination: water. A fun and easy plant biology experiment for 3rd graders.

This project compares the strength of one, two, and three-ply toilet paper.

In this 3rd grade science activity, you'll experiment with the little-known fourth state of matter: polymers! Mix borax with white glue and watch what happens.

Make your own marshmallows and mix up some very interesting third grade chemistry lessons while you're at it!

Observe how your brain works while it is focused on one thing, and how it works while you are distracted by another thing.

Make a DIY golf putter and design your own golf putting course in this 2nd-3rd grade arts and crafts/game activity.

Find out whether a longer airplane will fly farther or a wider paper airplane.

What is a compound microscope? Kids find out by making one of their own in this cool science fair project.

Did you know your body is full of simple machines? This project looks at one of the third-class levers in the human body: your arm!

This project explores whether plants can live and grow when "watered" with juice, soda, or milk.

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.

Crystals are a very special structure. In this third grade activity, your child will learn how to grow salt crystals.

The next time you've got a restless second grade earth scientist on your hands, use this experiment to demonstrate crystals and make a tasty treat, too!

What do ants eat? Kids find out by observing a colony of ants in this cool zoology science fair project for 4th grade.

This first grade science activity brings the green grass of early spring inside while teaching your child about the cycles of growth.

Create a homemade pair of sunglasses with colored lenses to see just how light and color affect our sight! Use this fun project to practice science!

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

Free science fair project idea that examines the differences between cats and dogs. Analyze objective qualities rather than subjective ones.

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

Invite your third grader to do taste test science to observe how a strawberry tastes when it is paired with various condiments. The results may be surprising!

Observe with your third grader what happens when food starts to decompose, and boost science skills simultaneously with this experiment!

Learn about different fern fronds with your third grader as you create lacy, natural decorations on your Easter eggs this year.

This science fair project idea determines if the size of the parachute will change the rate at which an object falls.

The project determines which type of birds prefer which type of birdseed.

This science fair project idea explores whether the process used to dry the beans we eat for food renders them unviable.