4th - 8th Grade Science Resources : Page 29

What is it about a Slinky that causes it to walk down the steps? This simple experiment is a perfect illustration of both gravity and momentum.

Learn about the power of exponents. The objective of this science fair project is to explore and understand how exponents are used.

In this outdoor science activity you'll find tips on how to create a nature journal by choosing a native plant or animal and tracking that species.

This science fair project idea highlights decomposition rates by comparing how long it takes an item to decompose in a compost pile vs. a landfill.

Science fair project idea examines validity of mood ring predictions. Analyze accuracy of results, consider the impact of temperature

In this science fair project, learn how a mineral streak is made and how it can help identify an unknown mineral.

Students explore hot desert plant adaptations in this cool science fair project by observing how these organisms prevent excessive transpiration.

What happens when eyes see something that the brain knows cannot be true? In this science activity, the brain has to "fudge" it when interpreting what you see.

This science fair project teaches you about what makes persimmons so tart and how astringency can be removed by studying the effect of tannins on fruit.

This science fair project uses paper chromatography to investigate whether black, brown, orange, and purple are pure colors or mixtures of other colors.

This science fair project on testing water hardness is a great introduction to practical chemistry. Test and learn the difference between hard and soft water.

Science isn't ho hum anymore when it involves building catapults to teach your fifth grader about projectile motion.

Show your fifth grade scientist how to create a siphon using two buckets, plastic tubing, and water. Watch her astonishment as the water travels uphill!

This science project allows students to study the psychology of happiness.

Science fair project which will teach you more about the foods that you eat, and learn which ones are healthier choices.

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

How good are humans at sound localization? Kids can try this cool science fair project idea to see how good their friends are at judging sound direction.

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

Explore how dielectric heating comes into play when microwaving various liquids in this science project. This test will help you understand how microwaves work!

Take advantage of the fact that ink and water don't mix and introduce your kid to suminagashi, a Japanese form of art.

These flying potato poppers make a cool sound, create a celebratory mood, and they can teach your child about the power of air pressure.

Teach your child how butter is created by shaking up cream the old-fashioned way.

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

This science project lets students explore the number of spots on a ladybird and how to treat ladybugs with respect.

This science project teaches students the relationship between compost and plant growth. Students conduct an experiment with different types of compost.

This science fair project teaches kids experimental design and how to test if subjects can really sense if they are being watched.

Celebrate autumn with a seasonal bash. Welcome the fall with a festive party for your little one and her friends, full of crafts, snacks and fun games.