Measurement Resources : Page 10

Using simple materials found around your home, you can reinforce the static electricity concept by helping your child build a simple device with zapping power!

Practice measurement using centimeters in this fun math race designed for your second grade student!

Science fair project in which you will build your own algae photobioreactor which will meet the physiological requirements of algae for maximum growth.

Determine whether magic salt is more effective at melting snow than regular salt. Pour one ounce of salt over the ice cubes, compare the melt downs.

Why do plants wilt? Kids will learn to think critically about what environmental factors affect plants, and what plants need to survive.

What keeps a an item cooler, polymer crystals or ice? Find out in this cool science experiment!

This experiment uses a yeast solution, liquid detergent, and hydrogen peroxide to produce an exciting reaction like no other!

This science fair project idea explores whether mint, known for its âcooling sensationâ really does lower temperatures.

Kids will create their own version of Richard Feynman's rubber band heat engine to learn about thermodynamics with this cool science fair project idea.

Ethanol can be used as an alternative fuel! The purpose of this experiment is to identify a starch plant that produces the largest quantity of ethanol.

Here's a fun at-home activity that will help your child strengthen math skills using high and low temperature data, and become a master temperature tracker!

Save money by making compost! Use this science fair project idea to determine which composting methods best encourage decomposition of organic matter.

Learn about calorimetry, make a bomb calorimeter, and experiment with combusting different nuts to see which one produces the most energy!

This measurement activity uses feet to compare objects, but not the ones found on rulers and measuring sticks...the feet on your child's own body!

The objective of this science experiment is to evaluate the affects of high and low heat capacity on a material's heat retention ability.

This science fair project idea determines whether land or water warms more quickly and investigates how solar radiation increases the temperature of surfaces.

These cute holly-shaped hair clips are a breeze to make for holiday celebrations. They make a great party activity, too!

For your budding first grade scientist, all you need is some simple, natural materials to create an amazing ant farm. Here's how to get started.

Kids will learn about insulation, heat conduction, and the economic benefits of energy efficient windows in this cool science fair project.