Kindergarten and 1st Grade Science Science Projects

Get ready for a yummy taste test! Just pour the milk -- and make sure you have some chocolate chip cookies on hand.

This science fair project idea investigates if webbed feet help a duck (and others) swim.

This classic children's game demonstrates how sound travels through air vs. through a solid.

In this awesome science fair project idea, kids will be attempting to pick up different objects using snail slime.

In this sound experiment children listen for differences as they tap on a bag of air, a bag of water, and a wooden block held up to their ears.

This science experiment tests why guacamole goes brown and if leaving the pit in will stop guacamole from turning brown.

In this insulation experiment, you'll learn which clothes keep you warm in the cold, and which make you shiver.

This fun experiment provides a concrete and visually striking illustration of photosynthesis.

This classic children's game-connecting two cups with a string-demonstrates sound's ability to travel through air vs through a solid.

What do worms eat? Kids find out what kinds of rotting leaves and vegetables worms prefer in this cool compost science fair project.

In this science fair project, we'll explore how blocking the sun's light can stop those can stop photosensitive paper from changing color.

Wiggly worms are known for staying buried in the soil, but how does that affect plants? Are earthworms and plant growth related?

Using a toy race car kids create a visual model of the Doppler Effect.

In this science fair experiment, children demonstrate the relationship between the amount of stuff and the amount of pressure in a closed system.

Science fair project idea that examines different physical characteristics of a chosen animal. Make educated guesses about evolution based on animal's form.

People have favorite flavors, but what about ants? Which ant food is the most popular?

What makes your shadow dance around all day? Let's play detective and find out why that sneaky shadow never stays in one place for long.

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 objective of this science project is to determine the length of time for different seeds to germinate.

Why does purple cheese look nasty? Because color plays a big part in how we perceive the taste of different foods. Are birds just like us in this respect?

Word color association is just a fancy way to talk about the way we connect colors with words.

In this science fair project, kids measure how weather conditions affect how fast a puddle evaporates.

This science experiment has students test whether a snail moves faster on concrete or dirt.

Are your taste buds up for the challenge? Put tongues to the test with this science fair project that examines who enjoys sour flavors more, adults or kids?

This super fun science project, perfect for young children, combines crafts, dressing up as animals, outdoor play, and life science learning.

Uh-oh! Is that a pill sitting on the counter or a piece of candy?

This project leads to an understanding that a whole may be built of smaller parts that fit and work together and provides an introduction to basic tools.

Slime: It's oozy, it's goopy, and it's just plain fun! Learn how to make slime with this fun science fair project.

Learn how to be a bird scientist in this simple project of watching feathered friends in their habitat.

Learn how different types of soil affect how animal tracks form in this experiment!