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The moon doesn't produce its own light, so why can we see it shining in the sky? Learn about reflection and planetshine in this fun and easy science project!

Why does honey crystallize? This science fair project project answers this question and identifies the variable that makes this sweet solute crystallize faster.

Children will learn why and how to compost as they help with the process of filling their compost, turning it, and observing the changes that occur.

This science fair project teaches students about wilting and browning of salad greens.

Your child will create her own falling snowflakes using white paper and glue them over a tree, so it appears as if they are falling from the sky.

Has your kid noticed how much bigger the moon looks when it's low in the sky? Here's an activity you can do to show them that it's just an optical illusion.

The purpose of this science fair project is to explore whether UV light passes through some colors and not others by looking at blue, red, purple, and clear.

In this classic Ivory soap experiment, kids learn what happens to different types of soap in the microwave, and why!

Did you even wonder why some rocks are round and smooth while others are broken up into small pieces?

Understanding absorption means understanding why certain fibers and materials can absorb water! Kids will see absorption in action in this simple project.

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?

Ever wonder why refrigerator lights turn off when you close the door? Does the darkness prevent food from spoiling? This experiment, determines just that.

Do hand soaps and sanitizers prevent the growth of bread mold? If so, why? Kids will find out with this fun and informative science fair project idea.

We all know that the Moon has different phases, but it can be hard to figure out why. Try this activity to see how the Moon's phases really work.

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.

Kids learn how to manipulate additive and subtractive colors to send secret messages with red colored filters in this cool science fair project idea.

In this free science fair project, build a star clock and learn how to tell time on a clear night by observing the big dipper!

Learn how to tell time by the sun with this cool science fair project idea that tracks how the accuracy of a sundial changes over time.

This year on Mother's Day, try this gift project that brings together an appreciation for gardening with a hands-on lesson in art history.

Make a spring collage with your child to get them outside and those creative juices flowing!

Stir up some enthusiasm for experimentation with this candy-cracking science experiment!

Stories change as you retell them. The objective of this science fair project is to demonstrate how information gets interpreted, distorted and changed.

This science fair project idea determines if crystals will absorb food dye and if colors will mix by the process of diffusion.

This science fair project idea explores whether white light can be separated into different colors.

Encourage local wildlife to settle down in your backyard with this adorable bird nest craft.

This science experiment tests whether warm or cold water works best in making cut flowers last longer.

Find the North Star, and measure your latitude! The purpose of this science fair project is to find latitude and learn about geographic locations.

Learners hypothesize about and experiment with soil erosion in this hands-on activity.

This experiment has students record rat behavior to learn about the benefits of rats and research rat myths throughout history.

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