For Kids
SCIENCE EXPERIMENTS & PROJECTS
Related Databases
Experiment Central »
This e-book offers nearly 300 experiments, as well as basic background information, covering topics in the fields of astronomy, biology, botany, chemistry, ecology, food science, geology, meteorology and physics.
Kids Search »
Find science activities from magazines written especially for young people.
Science Online »
Science Online offers over one thousand science experiments and activities for students in grades 6 and up. On the home page, click on "experiments" under "browse science resources" to view lists of experiments and activities by category.
World Book for Kids »
Are some brands of paper towels better at soaking up liquid? Find the answer yourself! Find instructions for this and other science activities in the Science Projects section of this general encyclopedia for students in grades two through five.
World Book for Students »
Check out the Science Projects section of this online encyclopedia for project ideas as well as tips on selecting a project, working safely, taking measurements, and putting together a report.
Helpful Websites
Chicago Student Science Fair »
Designed by the Chicago Public Schools, this site is intended to assist students “in the development of a research project, an essay, or a symposium paper in the areas of science, mathematics, or technology. “
Exploratorium: Science Snacks »
Science experiments in 16 categories sponsored by the San Francisco Exploratorium: the Museum of Science, Art and Human Perception.
Hands-On Science Experiments by Age »
Great ideas, lesson plans for preschoolers through high school and background on how to use your noggin' to answer science fair questions.
Mad Science Net »
An online 'library' for science exploration that includes answers to all your wildest science questions.
Neuroscience for Kids »
Learn about the nervous system with everything from modeling a dendrite to learning why chocolate affects your mood!
Science Bob's Home Experiments »
13 hands-on experiments for kids of every age!
Science Buddies's »
Use the "Topic Selection Wizard" to find the perfect science fair project for you!
Science Fair Resource Guide »
An easy guide to help you follow your Science Fair project through all the steps and stages, developed by the Internet Public Library 2.
TryScience.org »
Experience on and offline activities in this unique partnership between IBM, New York Hall of Science and the Association of Science-Technology Centers.