Study the life cycle of the common blowfly as it relates to forensic investigation. Record the first time you see flies, maggots, and eggs.

The next time you and your fifth grader go on a hike, take along this key to figure out which common North American animal left a track along the river bank.

In this plant habitats activity, children play the role of an ecologist and take surveys of different areas to discover the best habitat for dandelions.

Help your child learn about animal classification with this fun and delicious activity.

Science fair project that compares the biodiversity of fungi in different ecosystems by identifying species of fungi.

Make some easy homemade yogurt with your young scientist, and see what a few 'live' bacteria can do in the right conditions!

Brine shrimp usually live in saltwater. Investigate how salt concentration (salinity) affects the rate at which brine shrimp eggs hatch.

Experiment about connection of senses of taste and smell. Using blindfold and noseplugs, administer blind taste test. Analyze results and organize data.

This cool and easy elementary school science fair project idea provides the basic information on the use of our senses to experience the world about us.