Measuring Temperature Resources : Page 2

Science fair project that determines how UV radiation emitted by the sun varies depending on the time of day, using a handheld UV detector

When you rub a balloon on your head, your hair stands up; but is that true for everyone? Does hair color affect static electricity?

To help your child learn how to use a thermometer, try this temperature collecting activity at home.

Study the impact of environment on seed germination among three materials: soil, paper towel, and cloth. Note when seeds germinate and how well they germinate

Use an Elihu Thomson apparatus, also known as a ring launcher, to learn about electromagnetism concepts and the properties of various metals.

The goal of this golf science fair science fair project is to determine whether the temperature of a golf ball affects its elasticity and its rebound.

In this cool experiment, learn about the forces of resistance in a liquid and race marbles in a cylinder to find out which fluids have a high viscosity.

This simple heat transfer experiment is a great introduction to the concepts of heat transfer and conduction.

How do cold packs work? Explore endothermic reactions by comparing the temperature change that results from various chemicals added to water to find out!

From Canada's flag, to the Toronto Maple Leafs, to classic maple syrup cookies, the maple tree is very much a part of Canadian heritage.

This simple experiment serves as an introduction to the greenhouse effect.

This Pysanky egg-decorating activity is perfect for young artists. Bring a little color and creativity to any holiday with this traditional Ukrainian craft.

Science fair project which measures the amount of heat energy released by a burning candle by calculating how many calories of heat it emits.

How does frost form? How fast does it form? Do this simple science project using a plastic glass, rock salt and some water to learn about deposition.

This potato cannon activity teaches your middle schooler about the principle of Boyle's Law. Make a potato cannon and have a blast learning about science.

Kids will learn how to measure the viscosity of liquids by making their own homemade viscometer in this great science fair project idea.

Preschoolers are fascinated by how colors can be mixed to form new ones. This activity combines color mixing with the concept of melting for extra science fun.

Kids make strong bubbles to investigate the effect different additives have on bubble life in this cool science fair project idea.

Science fair project that tests the effects of temperature change on the reactivity of the catalase enzyme.

In this cool project, create a lighted, scale model of the different layers of the Sun, including the core, radiation and convection zones, and photosphere.

This science fair project idea explores whether factors such as temperature and concentration affect the pH of a solution.

Find out whether freezing or refrigerating destroys more bacteria. This is essential to consuming safe and germ-free food.

How does bleach kill bacteria? Kids find out in this impressive bacteria science fair project by testing different concentrations on a safe strain of E. coli.

The next time you've got a restless second grade earth scientist on your hands, use this experiment to demonstrate crystals and make a tasty treat, too!

In this science fair project idea, kids make water dance on the surface of a hot pan with the Leidenfrost Effect.

Science fair project that uses distillation to convert salt water into fresh water.

Do your laundry and your science project simultaneously! This science fair project investigates whether the color of a garment affects the time needed to dry.

Here is a fun middle school science project on factors affecting solubility. Learn how dissolved solids can "crash out" to form crystals when conditions change.