Preschool - 7th Grade Engineering and Science Inquiry Activities : Page 19

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

Marshmallows are made of sugar, water, and air pockets. Since the marshmallow is flexible, will air pressure cause it to expand when heated in a microwave?

Cleaning can be a chore, but not with this sudsy experiment!

This science fair project investigates why the number of visible stars changes from place to place.

Science fair project that determines whether mass and weight are the same or different.

This science fair idea is a great way for kids to explore static electricity. Kids will give a comb a static charge and watch as it separates pepper from salt.

By incorporating natural materials and the powers of observation, your child will become a backyard naturalist while building early writing and drawing skills!

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

In this science fair project, young children notice and track changes in trees throughout the year.

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

Future engineers, unite! Discover how to keep a sandcastleâs bridge from falling into the moat.

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.

Will increasing the amount of salt in water effect how slow or fast the water freezes?

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?

Blend art and science in this hands-on activity that shows your kindergartener how primary colors combine to make secondary colors.

This science project explores the concept of being opaque or clear. Can you make something clear opaque? Or something opaque clear?

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.

Create a homemade pair of sunglasses with colored lenses to see just how light and color affect our sight! Use this fun project to practice science!

What's the best way to make DIY compost? Kids will learn about aerobic and anaerobic decomposition while learning to appreciate the value of composting.

Your child will create an adorable Christmas tree from their footprint and practice counting while decorating their tree with objects of a variety of textures.