Preschool - 2nd Grade Engineering and Science Inquiry Resources : Page 2

With this cool floating rocks project, your child will get some hands-on experience with buoyancy and learn why certain rocks like pumice are able to float.

Water, along with soil and light, is a necessary component for plant growth. So what's better for promoting plant growth: tap water, or rain water?

Do earthworms like moisture or darkness? Find out as we explore the relationship between earthworms and light.

Tin can phones offer something modern versions don't—a fun project to make with a friend, and a dramatic illustration of vibration and sound waves.

In this cool science experiment, learn about magnetism and poles, and test magnet strength to find out if two magnets are twice as strong as one.

Why doesn't the ocean freeze? Students answer this question by simulating the chemical composition and temperature of arctic waters in their own home.

In this cool engineering science fair project, kids learn how to build Hero's engine: an enlightening example of Newton's third law.

In this science fair project, young children discover what happens when two fluids that have different densities get together.

The objective of this science project was to build a model of a volcano and observe reaction between different substances, including baking soda and vinegar.

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

In this design thinking activity, your child will choose an animal to research, learn about the animal’s habitat, and then replicate the animal's habitat using household items.

Plants and light seem to be good buddies, but how far does the friendship really go?

This science fair project idea investigates emulsifiers that allow oil and vinegar to mix.

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

Use popcorn in this tasty experiment to explore the five senses at home with your kindergartener!

The goal of this fun science fair project idea is to microwave candy and investigate: do some colors of M&Ms melt faster than others?

This science fair project idea investigates which objects float and sink in honey, water, and oil.

When you cut a flower to put into a vase, it'll eventually wilt, even with water and sunshine. But is there another scientific secret to keeping flowers fresh?

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

Make scented sensory cloud dough. Add it to a sensory table, activity station, or put it in a baggie for extra at-the-park entertainment!

This science project teaches young students about germs, bacteria, and the importance of washing their hands. Students will test what is the best way to wash.

This snowman's not abominable, he's adorable! Your child can bring her very own snowman to life while practicing how to create texture.

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

Milk is made of water and fat; but how can you separate the two? Find out in this color changing milk experiment.

In this activity, your student will be invited to build a chair out of building blocks that is designed to meet the specific size and shape of a small doll or toy figure.

Learn about the layers of the Earth and make a model! Create a earth layer book, cake, or clay diagram.

How does a kazoo, the strings of a guitar, or the speaker of a radio make sound? The purpose of this science fair project is to show how vibration makes sound.