5th - 7th Grade Science Activities : Page 4

This science fair project idea determines if the color of light affects the growth of plants.

These science fair experiments demonstrate the chemistry of rust and the oxidation process.

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

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

This science project challenges students to study deer behavior in their natural habitat- the feeding patterns, social behaviors, male to female ratio, etc.

This science fair project explains the process of how the lungs expand and contract with the help of the diaphragm.

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?

Do you love to make Jell-O? Find out in this science fair project idea if it is possible to make Jell-O with just warm water.

Examine whether distilled water, spring water, or regular tap water yield faster plant growth.

This science fair project idea discovers if an artificial light source will yield the same plant health and growth rates as light from the sun.

This basketball project explores the best way to make the perfect shot every time.

This project demonstrates the correspondence between the volume of water displaced by a submerged object and the volume of the object displacing it.

Challenge your learner to design and build a city of their own in this creative engineering activity.

This project examines if computer screen and text color affect retention and if people subconsciously prefer combinations of colors that help their retention.

Science fair project that determines whether cooling eggs helps them be peeled more easily. Compare the time it took to peel each egg.

Teach your child some scientific basics as you explore the densities of various liquids in this fun experiment.

Does putting soapy water on plants help or hinder plant growth? Kids learn about greywater and how it affects plant growth in this cool science fair project.

In this activity, your child will be challenged to create a device that protects an egg when it is dropped from a height of about 10 feet.

Kids learn about examples of mechanical weathering and conduct an experiment with seeds and plaster in this cool geology science fair project idea.

In this project, you will observe and record changes in sunspots over two weeks.

Introduce your child to the world of motion and physics with a bit of marble play inspired by Sir Isaac Newton!

Demonstrate how you can make your own compass using a magnetized needle. It also allows you to compare magnetic north and geographic north.

The objective of this science fair project idea is to examine light refraction as it passes through liquid crystals.

Learn with makes water molecules work with this fun and easy science activity!

There are many benefits to bugs and insects. This science project shows how cockroaches, termites, and other critters benefit our planet.

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

Your kid can learn about the process of making frozen yogurt and enjoy a homemade, flavorful dessert. Experiment with this fun, chilly food!

The objective of this science fair project is to study the photosynthesis process and demonstrate the important role that leaves play in the process.

In this science experiment, observe convection currents forming and learn about how heat energy moves in liquids from hot to cooler areas through convection.

The goal of this evaporation experiment is to learn about how different external conditions affect drying time.