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This science fair project idea investigates if fats add to the flavor of food.

This science fair project idea investigates how magnetism can defy the force of gravity.

This science fair project idea investigates how optical distances change the apparent size of an object as seen through a magnifying lens.

This science fair project idea demonstrates that plants give off water.

This science fair project idea explores how length affects the weight a bridge can hold.

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

This science fair project idea determines if the size of the parachute will change the rate at which an object falls.

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

This science fair project idea investigates how the shape of an object affects drag.

Discover whether cold or hot water from the faucet will boil faster on the stove.

Do you think you can blow down a sand castle with a mighty wind? Find out which material stands up best to erosion in this erosion experiment.

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

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

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

Start your toy engines -- this is going to be a fast and friction-filled race!

Do you think you could walk around upside down -- with your feet in the air and your head on the ground?

Be a chemist for a day and study the simple reaction between sugar and heat. Try heating sugar and see what happens!

In this science fair project, kids will be able to see where germs reside on their hands while gaining insight into the benefits of thorough hand washing.

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

Kids will make a beautiful rainbow in a jar and learn what enables different types of liquids to remain distinct in separate layers.

It's rhyme time! With this science fair project idea, your child will find out which words can be considered easy rhyming words, and why.

In this fun science experiment, kids will determine the best method for ripening avocados and discover the cool chemical reaction that makes this possible.

In this experiment, your child will create two compost bins and see if he can determine what attracts fruit flies.

What's the science behind those out-of-sight roots? Find out if you can trick roots into growing in different directions.