5th - 8th Grade Science Projects Activities : Page 9

Science fair project which determines whether a person's taste in music is dictated by the key that the song is written in.

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

The goal of this science fair project is to analyze differences between the taste and texture of frozen and fresh food.

Science fair project which simulates the global conveyor belts on a small scale, and observes the effects of wind, density and temperature on water movement.

You've heard the expression "burn rubber" but do you know how heat affects rubber? Examine the impact of temperature on rubber in this fun science experiment.

Wind is an important source of renewable, green energy. The purpose of this science fair project is to build and operate a windmill generator.

Science fair project that compares the ecology of different soil samples by identifying which sample has the most invertebrates living in it.

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

This project explores whether nails, toothpicks, straws, or pen nibs are best for applying ink to paper.

Science fair project that examines how yeast grows, and which conditions allow for optimal growth. What types of nutrients does yeast prefer?

In this experiment, students will discover how heat and pressure turn clay into slate, phyllite, and finally schist.

Science fair project that determines whether landscaping fabric impacts the ability of plants to receive water.

This science fair project idea determines the probability of a coin landing heads or tails.

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

The purpose of this science fair project is to demonstrate how yeast, a fungus, causes bread to rise.

Science fair project which determines whether people are more likely to follow rules if they are easy to understand.

This science fair project idea explores whether cats can be trained in the same way that dogs can.

What is the hydrologic cycle and how does it work? Check out this fun and easy science project where you will model and learn about Earth's water cycle!

This science fair project idea explores whether there is a connection to the color a person wears and the way their emotional state is perceived by others.

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

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

Using an empty tennis ball can and a swimming pool, you will determine if it's possible to have a conversation under water.

Science fair project that teaches you about chemical indicators and how to make your own in order to identify various mystery solutions.

Collect meteorite dust with a magnet in your very own backyard! The objective of this science fair project is to gather meteorite dust to study outer space.

Here is a cool and easy science project to determine the rate of chlorophyll breaks down and how it affects the color change of grass from green to yellow.

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

This science fair project compares the allelopathic affects of juglone, a chemical agent produced by the Black Walnut tree, on two plants.

This science fair project idea explores whether a plastic slinky works as well as a metal slinky when walking it down the stairs.

Check out this cool science fair project idea to explore the risk of mechanical deterioration of artifacts placed in a storage box due to mold outbreaks.

Find out whether optical mice are useful on all surfaces or if there are drawbacks to this supposedly superior solution to the traditional roller-ball mouse.