{"title":"5th Grade Engineering Science Fair Projects","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"connecting-solar-energy-amp-electronics-a2788","title":"Connecting Solar Energy \u0026amp; Electronics","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-86 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Light-Bulb-Saniphoto.jpg\" alt=\"clear light bulb yellow background\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Saniphoto\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis interesting science fair project, designed for the third or fourth grade level by Dr. David B. Whyte of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.sciencebuddies.org\/science-fair-projects\/project_ideas\/Elec_p061.shtml?fave=no\u0026amp;isb=c2lkOjEsaWE6RWxlYyxwOjEscmlkOjc0MjAxMTQ\u0026amp;from=TSW\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eScience Buddies\u003c\/a\u003e, is perfect for students interested in electronics and energy. Created for use with RobotiKit's Frightened Grasshopper do-it-yourself robot kit, students will explore how energy is converted from one form to another and how the amount of radiant energy available affects the robot's level of kinetic energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTypes of Energy Explored\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRadiant energy.\u003c\/strong\u003e This form of energy is created by electromagnetic waves that exist in a broad range of wavelengths. In this project, students will explore radiant energy as it pertains to the sun or a light bulb.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElectrical energy (or electricity).\u003c\/strong\u003e This form of energy is created by the flow of charges along a conductor. In this project, students will explore electricity as it is used to power the grasshopper robot.\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKinetic energy.\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThis form of energy is created by motion. In this project, students will explore kinetic energy as their grasshopper robot responds to both radiant and electrical energy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProject Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe robotic grasshopper, equipped with a solar panel, stores up radiant energy from the sun or a light bulb converting it into electrical energy which is then turned into kinetic energy. In layman's terms, place the robot in the sun or under a light bulb and it will begin to skitter away! Using several different light bulbs, each with a different wattage, students will explore how differing amounts of radiant energy affect the grasshopper's activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor project instructions, a list of needed materials, a helpful video, mock experiment tables, project variations and extensions, be sure to visit Science Buddies for the full post!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eBrowse our \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eteacher supplies\u003c\/a\u003e store at mpmSchoolSupplies.com. There you will find an incredible selection of educational products including everything from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-54-classroom-decorations.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebulletin board supplies\u003c\/a\u003e to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-447-daycare-cribs.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecommercial cribs\u003c\/a\u003e for day care facilities!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734091046937,"sku":"A2788","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Light-Bulb-Saniphoto.jpg?v=1522781616"},{"product_id":"making-batteries-from-fruits-amp-vegetables-a2816","title":"Making Batteries from Fruits \u0026amp; Vegetables","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-453 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/2328220277_dc34462160_o.jpg\" alt=\"Elementary and Middle School Science Fair Project\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto © 2008 Rob Nunn, Flickr\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDid you know that you can use real fruits and vegetables to create energy that will actually power a light bulb and other things? In this science fair project designed for upper-elementary students by Craig Sander of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.sciencebuddies.org\/science-fair-projects\/project_ideas\/Energy_p010.shtml?fave=no\u0026amp;isb=c2lkOjEsaWE6RW5lcmd5LHA6MSxyaWQ6OTM2Njc0NA\u0026amp;from=TSW\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eScience Buddies\u003c\/a\u003e, your child or student will:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn how to make a battery using fruits or vegetables.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExplore how electricity and circuits work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExperiment with different types and quantities of fruit\/vegetables to determine which generates more power.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFruit \u0026amp; Vegetable Batteries\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBatteries are like miniature power plants where energy is created through chemical reactions. To make a simple battery, students will need three main components:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElectrodes. The conductive metal material that makes contact with the nonmetallic part of a circuit. For this science fair project, Sanders suggests using zinc-coated nails and copper wire.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElectrolyte Liquid. The liquid solution that reacts chemically when contact is made with the metal electrode. Fresh fruits and vegetables will provide the needed electrolyte liquid in this project.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA conductive material that will carry the electric current from the reaction site (i.e. where the electrodes meet the electrolyte liquid) to the object (or load) being powered. Sanders suggests jumper leads with alligator clips and various wires.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProject Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing these basic fruit and vegetable batteries, students will complete two different experiments. In the first, students will explore how much voltage is generated by \u003cem\u003eone\u003c\/em\u003e zinc-copper potato cell and how different loads affect its performance. In the second, students will create a \u003cem\u003eseries\u003c\/em\u003e of zinc-copper potato cells, testing energy output and exploring if larger loads can be supported.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor more information on the project including background information, research questions\/terms, procedure, variations, and extended topics, be sure to visit the full project post at Science Buddies!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734103171097,"sku":"A2816","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/2328220277_dc34462160_o.jpg?v=1522781689"},{"product_id":"who-will-break-under-pressure-a2852","title":"Who Will Break Under Pressure?","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-641\" title=\"pic-03\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/pic-03.jpg\" alt=\"Sixth, Seventh, and Eighth Grade Physics Science Fair Project\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: mainelytrusses.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterested in physics and engineering? Check out this great science fair project completed \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.selah.k12.wa.us\/SOAR\/SciProj2006\/ScottyG.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSelah School District\u003c\/a\u003e sixth grader, Scotty G. The roof truss system is a crucial part in the home construction process with the truss type used largely affected by the roof span, calculated weight load {taking into consideration both the weight of the materials used and the projected snow drifting}, and wind load or the pressure a roof must endure when the wind is blowing against it. After researching roof structure, Scotty was interested in finding out, all else being equal, which type of truss - the Graf-post, King-post, and Queen-post trusses - would hold the most mass before breaking under the pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaking models of all three truss types from thin balsa wood, Scotty used a Vernier force plate to measure the Newtons of force sustained by each model before they failed. [NOTE: We weren't familiar with the technology and upon further investigation, noticed that it can be quite pricey. \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.selah.k12.wa.us\/SOAR\/SciProj2004\/CamdonA.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSelah School District\u003c\/a\u003e sixth grader, Camdon A., did a similar project, but used another method to measure the force sustained. You may wish to check out his project for a more affordable method of measure!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full project write-up, including the experiment design and results, be sure to visit Scotty's project page! \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734164742169,"sku":"A2852","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/pic-03.jpg?v=1522782056"},{"product_id":"mentos-diet-coke-pour-six-sodas-at-one-time-a2861","title":"Mentos + Diet Coke - Pour Six Sodas At One Time!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-711\" alt=\"Chemistry and Engineering Science Fair Project\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Chemistry-and-Engineering-Science-Fair-Project.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: stevespanglerscience.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDid you know you could harness the reaction between Mentos candies and Diet Coke in order to pour six cups of soda at one time? If you're interested in chemistry and engineering, check out this cool science experiment from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.stevespanglerscience.com\/experiment\/mentos-soda-popdrop\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSteve Spangler Science\u003c\/a\u003e - not only will your fellow classmates enjoy the explosive demonstration {and an explanation of WHY it works}, they're sure to enjoy a refreshing cup of soda!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cem\u003eThings to think about...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 13px;\"\u003eWhy do Mentos candies react so explosively with carbonated beverages?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDoes the \"Super Soda Dispenser 3000\" work as well with other carbonated beverages?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIs there a better design for the \"Super Soda Dispenser 3000\"?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat is the greatest number of cups that can be filled? - i.e. Can you play with the design of the \"Super Soda Dispenser 3000\" and the ratio of Mentos to soda in order to fill more cups?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the full project instructions, a fun demonstration video, and related experiments - be sure to visit Steve Spangler Science!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734175719449,"sku":"A2861","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Chemistry-and-Engineering-Science-Fair-Project.jpg?v=1522782123"},{"product_id":"built-to-last-exploring-skyscraper-design-with-legos-a2864","title":"Built To Last - Exploring Skyscraper Design with Legos","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-732 \" alt=\"Elementary and Middle School Engineering Science Fair Project\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Lego-Science-Fair.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: buildinglegoswithchrist.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEver wonder what it takes to design a skyscraper? Seeming to defy gravity, these structures must be able to withstand weather and environmental forces, but also the weight of the building materials, people, etc. This cool science fair project, adapted by CJ over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/buildinglegoswithchrist.blogspot.com\/2013\/02\/lego-bricks-used-for-science-fair.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBuilding Legos with Christ\u003c\/a\u003e, would be perfect for upper elementary\/early middle school students interested in architecture, engineering, and - of course! - constructing buildings with legos!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProject Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeeping the footprint of the lego building constant, construct a simple shake plate to test different building heights\/designs, determining which structure offers the safest and most stable design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePossible extensions...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 13px;\"\u003eExperiment with the size of the building footprint.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExperiment with the type of building material and test comparable designs - i.e. toothpicks, craft sticks, drinking straws, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor CJ's project board and links to the original project page, be sure to visit Building Legos with Christ!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734178668569,"sku":"A2864","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Lego-Science-Fair.jpg?v=1522782140"},{"product_id":"harnessing-the-suns-rays-for-cooking-a4391","title":"Harnessing the Sun's Rays for Cooking","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/4391.jpg\" alt=\"Using Solar Energy for Cooking Science Fair Project\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSolar energy is a low-cost technology that can be used to heat homes, power lights, and even boil water\/cook food. This cool science fair project from Quinton Stowell of \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.qstowell.webspace.virginmedia.com\/sunbrella\/index.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSunSpot\u003c\/a\u003e explores harnessing the sun's energy for cooking and, for middle school students interested in engineering (specifically in energy and power), is sure to be a fun project to check out!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou've probably seen various projects floating around the web that use a cardboard box and aluminum foil to create a solar oven. What's cool about Quinton's project is that it makes use of an umbrella as a base for the portable solar grill! A fun new twist \u003cem\u003eand\u003c\/em\u003e great way to give an existing product a new purpose!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt his project page you'll find a list of needed materials as well as directions for creating your own “sunbrella” (as he calls it). 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