5th Grade Science Projects Activities : Page 3

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

Learn whether Mylar Balloons last longer than Latex Balloons or vice versa.

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

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

Discover that the absorbency of fabrics depend largely on the shape and structure of the individual fibers that make up the fabric.

Kids make a paperclip perform an act of magnetic levitation and test how effective various materials are at magnetic shielding in this science fair project.

In this cool physics experiment, use double plane mirrors at various angles to learn about light reflection. Then, see if you can solve a puzzling problem!

Learn how to make a hygrometer to measure relative humidity in this project. Make a sling psychrometer hygrometer with gauze, thermometers, and a bottle.

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

Chlorine and chloramine are added to our tap water to kill harmful microorganisms. What is the best way to filter these disinfectants in your drinking water?

In this science fair project, students focus sunlight with a magnifying glass and trap shorter waves to melt ice.

This science fair project idea determines the most effective method of preserving food.

This science fair project idea examines the reason boats are shaped and engineered.

Create a DIY Electromagnet! Using a 9v battery to create an electrical field around a nail, students explore electromagnetism in this cool science project idea.

This science fair project idea demonstrates that light travels in straight lines and experiments with reflecting light.

This science fair project idea explores which fruit molds the fastest.

This science fair project idea researches the different layers of the atmosphere and creates a visual representation of the atmospheric layers.

This science fair project idea investigates how color affects temperature.

Use chemical analysis to identify a variety of mystery powders that look the same but actually have very different properties.

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

Will potatoes spud or sprout faster in dry, dark, or cold conditions? Find out in this science fair project idea!

Is there a relationship between caffeine and heart rate? Students will determine the effect of caffeine on heart rate in this fun science fair project.

In this experiment you will replicate the mummification process by making a hot dog mummy.

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

Learn about the effect of artificial light on plant growth versus natural sunlight and delve into some biology and botany concepts in this science project.

This science fair project demonstrates the principles of reflection through simple experiments involving mirrors and light.

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

This science project uses Mohsâ Hardness Test to show kids how to compare the hardness of different types of minerals.

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.