What causes dilated pupils? Young scientists will find out by applying what they already know about changes in pupil size and making models of the pupil.

Check out this cool science fair project idea that models the behavior of the cold desert plants: xerophytes and halophytes.

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

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

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

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!

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

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.

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!

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.

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

What causes sound? Here's a simple science experiment that adds a visual element to the science of sound to help kids better understand this tricky concept.

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

This science fair project idea explores substances that cause a bubble to last longer.

In this project students experiment with making music using only glasses of water.

In this popcorn experiment, students can explore how two things made out of the same material can have very different appearances and densities.

This science fair project idea explores whether talking to a plant will help it grow.

Learn about the role of Earth's rotation on the Coriolis Effect and hurricanes in this science project. Model the Coriolis Effect on a hurricane's direction.

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

In this experiment we will be determining whether birds prefer certain colors of seed.

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!

Climates with more snowfall have more coniferous forests and fewer deciduous ? Learn about how pine trees in a coniferous forest adapted to withstand snow.

This science fair project idea examines whether plants are still able to grow normally if they are turned upside-down.

This educated-guessing game is great for preschoolers. This activity helps your child work on her reasoning skills.

Science fair project that examines the behavior of water and gravel in creek beds and the formation of sedimentary rocks.

This science experiment has students test whether a snail moves faster on concrete or dirt.

Here's an interesting activity that will enable your child to make his own magnifier out of a drop of water

When you see those sunscreen "protection levels," what does that really mean? Try this experiment to find out.

What's a liquid? What's a solid? What better way to experiment than by turning a childhood favorite, ice cream, into a homemade science lesson!

This science fair project idea examines which type of insulation holds in the most heat.