{"title":"5th Grade Physical Science Science Fair Projects","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"inertia-of-an-egg-a2791","title":"Inertia of an Egg","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-109\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Eggs.jpg\" alt=\"white and brown eggs in carton\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Pali A\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInertia\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to Newton's first two laws of physics, inertia is the tendency of all objects (or matter) to remain still if it is still or, if moving, keep moving at a constant rate and in a constant direction unless acted on by an external force. The external force can be anything from friction and gravity to human intervention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProject Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this fun science fair project from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.sciencefair-projects.org\/physics-projects\/inertia-of-egg.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eScience Fair Projects World\u003c\/a\u003e, students will use eggs to explore the concept of inertia. To begin, students are presented with this problem:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eA dozen eggs are placed on glass plates and set on a table. Hidden among the raw eggs is one hard-boiled egg. How can the hard-boiled egg be identified without picking up any of the eggs and without cracking any of their shells?\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents should brainstorm ideas, but will ultimately be led to compare the inertia of each egg by spinning them on the plate. Students will discover that the liquid properties of the raw eggs produce a much different effect on the eggs inertia than the solid property of the hard-boiled egg. The presence of these 'external forces' will ultimately lead to the discovery of the hard-boiled egg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eGet all of your \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eteacher supplies\u003c\/a\u003e from our online store at mpmSchoolSupplies.com. There you find great prices on everything from an \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-505-alphabet-rugs.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ealphabet rug\u003c\/a\u003e to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-46-arts-crafts-supplies.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eart supplies for schools\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734093242393,"sku":"A2791","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Eggs.jpg?v=1522781629"},{"product_id":"the-aerodynamics-of-a-car-a2800","title":"The Aerodynamics of a Car","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-487 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/3112419734_eb51821493_b.jpg\" alt=\"Elementary Aerodynamics Science Fair Project\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto © 2008 Nathan Bittinger, Flickr\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a similar vein to Wong's award-winning project, Nathaniel and his friends, fans of the racing world, wondered how car design affects aerodynamics and therefore speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProject Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn order to explore this further, students are directed to build a wind tunnel to test various toy cars. Nathaniel's crew used acrylic sheets, brackets, fans, and tape to build a simple wind tunnel. You can design a model like theirs or following the links below for step-by-step instructions on other variations:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.brighthub.com\/education\/k-12\/articles\/2660.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eHow to Make a Wind Tunnel | Bright Hub\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/sln.fi.edu\/flights\/first\/makesimple\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003e\"Flights of Inspiration\" Make a Simple Wind Tunnel\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNathaniel and his friends attached 25 streamers to each toy vehicle tested in order to determine drag. They hypothesized that the more the streamers flattened against the vehicle, the more aerodynamic its design (and the less drag it presented). After each test, they recorded the number of streamers that stayed flat as well as the number of streamers that exhibited turbulence, rating each vehicle accordingly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the types of vehicles tested, their results, a helpful video, and project variations, be sure to visit Nathaniel's full post at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/pbskids.org\/dragonflytv\/show\/windtunnel.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eDragonflyTV\u003c\/a\u003e (a PBS KIDS GO! production).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eBrowse our online \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eteacher store\u003c\/a\u003e at mpmSchoolSupplies.com. 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Edgerton\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAsk any sports enthusiast and they'll readily recall that many popular sports make use of a ball in some way, shape, or form. Speaking specifically of sports balls that are filled with air - basketballs, footballs, volleyballs, etc. - have you ever wondered, why, when you kick, hit, throw, or bounce it, it bounces right back? Dr. Sara Agee, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.sciencebuddies.org\/science-fair-projects\/project_ideas\/Sports_p007.shtml?fave=no\u0026amp;isb=c2lkOjEsaWE6U3BvcnRzLHA6MSxyaWQ6NzQyMDExNA\u0026amp;from=TSW\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eScience Buddies\u003c\/a\u003eproject designer, has created a sports science experiment that explores just that - specifically, the significance of air pressure and ball bouncing dynamics!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Basics of Ball Bouncing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen a ball is dropped, gravity pulls it toward the ground.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe energy of motion - known as kinetic energy - builds as the ball is pulled to the floor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen the moving ball hits the floor (or another surface), the kinetic energy is displaced, causing the natural shape of the ball to be deformed\/flattened.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe air molecules within the ball first compress, then \"spring apart\" - causing the ball to rebound or bounce back.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere are a few videos that show the compression of a moving ball when it hits a rigid surface:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=dvkoWII-ukg\u0026amp;feature=related\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSlow motion tennis Australian open\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=IcLbg1FibB8\u0026amp;feature=related\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSlow motion ball\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=0KfD-v23isA\u0026amp;feature=related\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eBouncing tennis ball\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProject Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this project designed for grades K-5, students will explore how changing the air pressure in a ball will affect its 'bounciness'. Students, using an air pump and pressure gauge (perhaps with the help of an adult0, will prepare basketballs of different pressures and perform bounce tests, recording the balls height at the top of the arc of the first bounce for comparison. By graphing these results, students will get a good picture as to how air pressure affects bounce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor a list of materials and supplies, step-by-step instructions, helpful resources, experiment tables, and project variations, be sure to check out the project page at Science Buddies!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.sciencebuddies.org\/science-fair-projects\/project_ideas\/Sports_p007.shtml?fave=no\u0026amp;isb=c2lkOjEsaWE6U3BvcnRzLHA6MSxyaWQ6NzQyMDExNA\u0026amp;from=TSW\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eUnder Pressure: Ball Bouncing Dynamics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mpm-adbox\"\u003eNeed some new \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eclassroom supplies\u003c\/a\u003e or maybe some \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-54-classroom-decorations.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ebulletin board supplies\u003c\/a\u003e? Check out our online store at mpmSchoolSupplies.com where you will find everything from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-432-dramatic-play.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003epretend and play\u003c\/a\u003e toys to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.mpmschoolsupplies.com\/c-63-construction-paper.aspx\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ecolored construction paper\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734096551961,"sku":"A2801","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Harold_E._Edgerton.jpg?v=1522781649"},{"product_id":"can-baking-soda-substitute-for-baking-powder-a2812","title":"Can Baking Soda Substitute for Baking Powder?","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-461 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/6031933591_ea689dc852_b.jpg\" alt=\"4th, 5th and 6th Cooking Science Fair Project\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto © 2011 Isabelle Palatin, Flickr\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEver been dreaming about your mom's famous chocolate cupcakes, decide to make them, only to find that you're out of baking powder? Ever wonder if baking soda would be a good substitute? If your child or student is interested in cooking and food science, this cool science fair project from Dr. Andrew Olson of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.sciencebuddies.org\/science-fair-projects\/project_ideas\/FoodSci_p008.shtml?fave=no\u0026amp;isb=cmlkOjg2NDA4MDQsc2lkOjAscDozLGlhOkZvb2RTY2k\u0026amp;from=TSW\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eScience Buddies\u003c\/a\u003eexploring that very question, is sure to be a hit!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBaking Powder v. Baking Soda\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth baking power and baking soda are used as \u003cem\u003eleavening agents\u003c\/em\u003e - meaning they are added to baked goods (specifically \"quick breads\" like muffins, biscuits, pancakes, etc. that do not require yeast and hours to rise) before they're cooked because they produce carbon dioxide bubbles during the baking process, creating air pockets in the batter that expand when heated, and resulting in a fluffy (leavened) baked good. This concept is supported by the very texture of a muffin (or other type of quick bread) which appears very porous and \"meshlike\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBaking soda\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e is pure \u003cem\u003esodium bicarbonate\u003c\/em\u003e and must be combined with moisture as well as an acidic ingredient in order to produce the chemical reaction needed for leavening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaking soda (sodium bicarbonate) is actually a component of \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBaking powder\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e. Its other components include an acidic ingredient (usually cream of tartar) as well as a drying agent (usually starch).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe key concept\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: while they are used for the same job, whether a recipe calls for baking soda or baking powder, depends upon the other ingredients in the recipe!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProject Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut since baking soda is a component of baking powder and cream of tartar is a readily available ingredient, it stands to reason that, should you find yourself out of baking powder, you could make your own substitution. This project sets out to explore this very concept through a bit of baking fun! Students (with the help of an adult, of course) are charged with the task of making five separate batches of their favorite muffins - the first batch making use of actual baking powder, while the last four are made using different ratios of baking soda and cream of tartar (i.e. homemade baking powder). Sounds like some yummy fun!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor more background information on the project, step-by-step procedure (including a muffin recipe), directions on making muffin comparisons, several project variations, and additional project resources, be sure to check out the full science fair project at Science Buddies!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734101237785,"sku":"A2812","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/6031933591_ea689dc852_b.jpg?v=1522781677"},{"product_id":"caffeine-amp-typing-speed-a2817","title":"Caffeine \u0026amp; Typing Speed","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-451  \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/386612975_ec3caea540_b.jpg\" alt=\"5th, 6th, and 7th Grade Science Fair Project\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto © 2007 Kuba Bo?anowski, Flickr\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEver sit down in the front of the computer the night before a big paper's due - a paper you've known about for three months - and wish the words would just appear on the screen? Ever toss back a can of soda in hopes that it will keep you awake and make you work faster? Dr. Anne Marie Helmenstein of About.com wondered if ingesting caffeine would improve a person's typing speed - simply would knocking back a can of soda help a person type faster - so she designed an experiment to find out. Students interested in chemistry, especially how chemicals affect the body, will love this experiment!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProject Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo determine if caffeine affects typing speed, students will first need to enlist the help of several volunteers. Each volunteer will need to be proficient in typing and, for best results, will need to be available for a full 124 minute testing period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTesting\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInvite the volunteer to drink either the caffeinated or non-caffeinated beverage. It is best if you can find two drinks that taste similar so that participants do not know if they are ingesting the chemical. In this way, you can create a single-blind experiment where volunteers are not biased or perform differently because they know they have caffeine in their system (or vice versa). Once the entire 8-ounce beverage is ingested, wait 30 minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAt the end of the 30 minute period, invite the participant to type the following sentence as many times as they can in two minutes - \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"The quick brown fox jumped over the lazy dog.\"\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith the typing exercise over, have the volunteer ingest the second beverage (e.g. if they started with the caffeinated beverage have them drink the non-caffeinated and vice versa). Once again, wait 30 minutes once they've emptied the cup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDuring this 30 minutes and with the volunteer in another room, use the word processing software tool to determine and record word count for the first test, then save the document and open a new one for the next test. [NOTE: Be sure to label the documents correctly for future reference - i.e. Test-Subject-Name-Caffeine or Test-Subject-Name-No-Caffeine.]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce the second 30 minutes have passed, have the participant complete the same typing exercise.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter testing, the volunteer's typing speed for each session can be calculated by dividing the word count by 2 to get words per minute.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor more information about the project, pertinent calculations, conclusions, and things to take into consideration when testing, be sure to visit the full post at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/chemistry.about.com\/od\/sciencefairproject1\/a\/caffeinetyping.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eAbout.com\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734103334937,"sku":"A2817","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/386612975_ec3caea540_b.jpg?v=1522781690"},{"product_id":"how-greasy-are-your-potato-chips-a2821","title":"How Greasy Are Your Potato Chips?","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-440 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/4569119702_ea5af61ccd_b.jpg\" alt=\"Elementary Science Fair Project\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto © 2010 espensorvik, Flickr\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you've ever eaten a serving of chips, it's likely you noticed the greasy residue left on your fingertips afterward. Combine this unattractive trait with the sordid nutritional values listed on the back {the average serving of name brand potato chips contains 150 calories with 90 of them from fat}, and you're left with a highly unhealthy snack. Ever wonder just \u003cem\u003ehow\u003c\/em\u003e greasy your favorite chips are? Dr. Michelle Maranowski, contributor and writer for \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.sciencebuddies.org\/science-fair-projects\/project_ideas\/FoodSci_p048.shtml\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eScience Buddies\u003c\/a\u003e, designed a fun {educational!} science fair project that will help you determine just that - how much oil a potato chip can actually hold.\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eProject Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this project, students will compare the greasiness of four different types of chips,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKettle cooked\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaked\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePringles™\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced-fat Pringles™,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eby comparing samples of the grease stains formed when measured samples are crushed and left set on graph paper for a predetermined amount of time. Each chip will be tested three times and the results compared to determine which type of potato chip holds the most grease. Correlations will also be made between the size of the grease stain left behind and the amount of fat per serving listed under the nutritional information of each product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor background information, important terms, step-by-step procedure, tips for forming conclusions, and project variations, be sure to visit Dr. Maranowski's full science fair project at Science Buddies!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734105137177,"sku":"A2821","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/4569119702_ea5af61ccd_b.jpg?v=1522781701"},{"product_id":"pizza-box-solar-oven-a2822","title":"Pizza Box Solar Oven","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-293 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Solar-Oven.jpg\" alt=\"solar oven\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Simon Fraser University\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're interested in cooking and alternative sources of energy {oh yeah, and yummy treats!}, this project designed by the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.nmsea.org\/Curriculum\/4_6\/pizza_box_oven\/pizza_box_ovens.htm\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eNew Mexico Solar Energy Association\u003c\/a\u003e(NMSEA) is a perfect combination!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProject Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this experiment, you will create your own pizza box solar oven explore {and observe!} several concepts relating to passive solar energy...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow sunlight can be used as a source of energy - both as a direct heat source and through reflection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow dark surfaces absorb and contain the energy from sunlight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow heat from the sun can be trapped and used to create an insulating effect\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePizza Box Solar Oven\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo create the oven, you'll need a large pizza box, aluminum foil, black construction paper, clear plastic wrap, masking tape, and string. For a complete supply list and detailed directions, be sure to visit the full article at NMSEA. Here are several videos that will also help you create your own oven:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=b6mOT-hgqfQ\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSolar Cookers: The Pizza Box Solar Oven\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=xbwliZJiHe8\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eHow to Turn a Pizza Box into a Solar Oven\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e[NOTE: These directions may vary from those provided by NMSEA!]\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter creating the device, test it by cooking something small {like a hot dog!}. Remember that it takes a lot of energy to cook food and it will take even longer when attempting to harness solar energy. 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Ever wonder how security systems work? In truth, most are built around one simple design concept - a circuit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCircuits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn any circuit, electricity can only flow when a path is made between two points of charge. Security systems make use of two basic circuit models:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn a \u003cem\u003eclosed-circuit system\u003c\/em\u003e, electricity flows freely through the circuit (i.e. the circuit is completed) when all doors and windows are closed. Should an intruder breach one of these openings, the flow of electricity is interrupted, causing the switch to open and sounding an alarm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn an \u003cem\u003eopen-circuit system\u003c\/em\u003e, the alarm circuit before the intrusion is not completed. Anyone attempting to open a door or window will close the circuit, allowing electricity to flow, and cause an alarm to sound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProject Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsing materials from around the house, students will follow the directions to make a simple open-circuit alarm system. [NOTE: When working with electricity of \u003cem\u003eany\u003c\/em\u003e kind, it is important to be careful and take precautions. Have an adult around to assist and supervise the completion of this project. Additionally, the directions call for wire stripping using a sharp knife. There are actually much safer tools made to do that very thing so ask an adult to help you locate a pair of wire strippers in the garage tool box. If none can be found, ask an adult strip the wire for you!].\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a little extra fun, you might consider constructing a fake house {'furnishing' it with extra carpet and hardwood from home improvement projects, painting it, and decorating with home interior magazines} or making a small window or door sample to use in demonstrating your project!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor a list of materials and directions, visit Neil Madgwick's full project write-up at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.good-science-fair-projects.com\/fun-science-projects.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eGood-Science-Fair-Projects.com\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734107037721,"sku":"A2824","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/3487191987_8b45be8ed7_b.jpg?v=1522781713"},{"product_id":"egg-in-a-bottle-a2827","title":"Egg in a Bottle","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\" wp-image-428   \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/192717282_e1bd3012ae_z.jpg\" alt=\"Fourth, Fifth, and Sixth Grade Science Fair Project\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto © 2006 RatRanch, Flickr\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis egg in a bottle project from \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.sciencefairadventure.com\/ProjectDetail.aspx?ProjectID=66\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eScience Fair Adventure\u003c\/a\u003e would be a great fit for the upper elementary\/early middle school crowds (grades 5 and 6). Using a peeled hard-boiled egg, a bottle, and matches, you'll learn about the various properties of air pressure that have a direct affect on weather, as well as other concepts like aerodynamics. How? By using these same properties to get an egg into and out of a bottle \u003cem\u003eundamaged\u003c\/em\u003e.\n\nFor the full project write-up, suggestions for completion, and a brief conclusion, be sure to visit Science Fair Adventure! [NOTE: This project does call for a hard-boiled egg and the use of matches. 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Whether it's the high sugar levels, aspartame, dyes, acidity, etc. - there are numerous reasons why soft drinks have gotten a bad rap. Did you know that soft drinks have emerged as one of the most significant dietary contributors to tooth decay? The acid (among other things) works to erode tooth enamel and can lead to more cavities\/decay. This project from Education.com - \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.education.com\/science-fair\/article\/teeth-and-soda\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eLook Ma! No Teeth!\u003c\/a\u003e - will help upper elementary students explore which soft drink is actually the worst for your teeth! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow don't get too excited - this project doesn't give testers free reign to drink as much soda as they want. Students will actually observe how their favorite soft drinks affect granulated limestone - tying the pH levels of the drinks to any decay observed in the limestone samples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full project details - including research questions, materials needed, project procedure, etc. - be sure to visit Education.com!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734144688153,"sku":"A2838","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/114450483_87ef30b539_z.jpg?v=1522781934"},{"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. 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Electrically neutral objects have the same number of positively charged protons and negatively charged electrons. However, because electrons can jump around while protons remain fixed, objects can also be positively charged (i.e. contain less electrons than protons) or negatively charged (i.e. contain more electrons than protons).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe concept, as demonstrated by magnetic poles, is that two objects with opposite charges will attract while two objects with the same charge will repel each other. This science fair project uses common household items to demonstrate the concept.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor the full list of materials, procedure, and project explanation, be sure to visit The Science Mom!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734165233689,"sku":"A2853","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/puffed-wheat-cereal-in-red-bowl.jpg?v=1522782059"},{"product_id":"shake-it-up-which-soft-drink-spews-the-most-when-shaken-a2856","title":"Shake It Up! - Which Soft Drink Spews The Most When Shaken?","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-669\" title=\"popcan\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/popcan.jpg\" alt=\"Elementary and Middle School Chemistry Science Fair Project\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: blog.lib.umn.edu\/paldr001\/myblog\/\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe've all made the unfortunate mistake of opening a shaken can of soda only to have it come spewing out. Whether it was tossed around the trunk of the car on the way home from the grocery store or a friend decided to play a joke, shaking a can of soda causes bubbles of carbon dioxide to line the walls of the can. When the tab is popped and the can is opened, pressure is released, forcing the bubbles to expand. The bubbles need to escape, so they force all of the liquid above them out of the can. Hence, the sticky soda mess!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEver wonder if different types of soft drinks, when shaken up, spew the same amount? Or if some spew more than others? Great for upper elementary and early middle school students interested in chemistry {and soda!}, gather various types of soft drinks and get shaking!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThings to think about...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUniform method for shaking {so all samples are shaken with the same vigor for the same amount of time, etc.}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMethod for measuring the amount of liquid lost to \"carbonation spew\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMethod for measuring average initial carbonation of various types of soda {will come in handy when analyzing experiment results}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734169952281,"sku":"A2856","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/popcan.jpg?v=1522782088"},{"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":"does-the-shape-of-an-ice-cube-affect-how-quickly-it-melts-a2862","title":"Does the Shape of an Ice Cube Affect How Quickly it Melts?","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg data-pin-hover=\"true\" src=\"https:\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/States-of-Matter-Chemistry-Science-Fair-Project.jpg\" alt=\"States of Matter Chemistry Science Fair Project\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-718\"\u003eAs Christine, Selah Junior High School student, watched the ice cubes in her soft drink melt she wondered if the shape of an ice cube affects the rate at which it melts. Specifically, if you keep the volume of the cube constant, how does surface area affect how quickly the it melts? She hypothesized that the smaller the surface area and the less ice exposed to the warmer liquid\/air, the slower the ice cube would melt {and vice versa}. She designed a science fair project to test it and did a great job putting it all together! For those students interested in thermodynamics and chemistry, this is a great project to check out!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor an informational write-up of the project - background research, list of materials, step-by-step procedure, etc. - be sure to visit Christine's project page!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734176604185,"sku":"A2862","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/States-of-Matter-Chemistry-Science-Fair-Project.jpg?v=1522782129"},{"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":"keeping-drinks-hot-a2871","title":"Keeping Drinks Hot","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-784\" alt=\"Chemistry and Food Science Fair Projecr\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/4694605032.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003eWhether you're a coffee, tea, or cocoa drinker, if you plan to enjoy a hot beverage, chances are one of your main goals is keeping the drink hot while you enjoy it. Ever wonder what factors affect how fast a hot beverage cools? For those students interested in chemistry and food science, this is the perfect science fair project to tackle!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cem\u003eQuestions to consider...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 13px;\"\u003eDoes the shape\/size of the mug have an effect on the rate at which the liquid cools? - i.e. tall vs. short, narrow vs. wide, etc.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDoes the composition of the cup have an effect on the rate at which the liquid cools? - i.e. paper, plastic, Styrofoam, glass, clay, stainless steel, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow do travel mugs compare? - i.e. double wall insulated vs. single wall, etc.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDoes the addition of sweeteners and\/or cream have an effect on the rate at which the liquid cools?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother important concept to consider is what is the optimal drinking temperature for hot beverages (or the acceptable range). The answer to this is probably different for each specific person, but on average, according to Brown and Diller and their study of burns and the optimal temperature for serving hot beverages found in \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/18226454\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003ePubMed\u003c\/a\u003e, they found that the preferred drinking temperature of their test sample was 140+\/-15 degrees F.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHowever you design your science fair project and what variables you choose to test, we highly recommend doing this with adult supervision since you'll be working with hot liquids that can burn!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e{Resources}:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.sciencekids.co.nz\/projects\/keepdrinkshot.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eScience Kids: Keeping Drinks Hot\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734186795033,"sku":"A2871","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/4694605032.jpg?v=1522782188"},{"product_id":"nail-polish-price-vs-quality-a2875","title":"Nail Polish: Price vs. Quality","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-811\" alt=\"Elementary and Middle School Science Fair Project\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/3046163553.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\nEver wonder how drug store brand nail polishes stack up to salon quality products? Kelsey, middle school student at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/tisroom39.blogspot.com\/2011\/07\/science-fair-2011.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eTauranga Intermediate School\u003c\/a\u003e, did and decided to put together an experiment to test various nail polish brands to determine how long each lasts and, based on this analysis as well as cost, what brand offers the best value for your money!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA few things to think about...\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 13px;\"\u003eGenerally schedules are cyclical. For example, you might have swimming practice every Monday night or clean your room on Saturday mornings. When testing each polish, try to keep things as consistent as possible by applying the new polish at the same point in your schedule - e.g. every Sunday night. Also, s\u003c\/span\u003eet a specific time frame for study (for example Sunday evening to Saturday evening) and note any unusual schedule items that may have affected the polish. An extra swim in the pool. Sitting through an intense movie where you nervously bit your nails. Volunteering at the concession stand where you opened various containers\/pop cans throughout the evening. All of these can play a part in the durability of your polish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways follow the same process. If you clipped and buffed your nails before applying the first test polish, do the same for the remaining polishes. If you used a base coat, two coats of polish, and a top coat in the first go round, do the same for all those that follow. Sample routine: clip (try to clip to a similar length each time), file, buff, apply base coat, apply two coats of polish, and finish with the top coat. [NOTE: Also pay attention to drying times between each coat. Try to keep these consistent from test to test - to the point of timing each - so that your results aren't skewed due to bubbling and\/or uncured polish layers.]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConsider taking photos of your nails each day. These are not only great for keeping track of how soon polish chipped, peeled, etc., but, printed as small booklets (one for each nail polish tested), they also make a great visual for your display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProject extension - Look at the ingredients in each polish. Some nail polishes contain formaldehyde and other questionable ingredients. Consider not just looking at cost, but also which polish brand is better for your nails.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThese are just a few suggestions! Consider taking a peek at Kelsey awesome display and, perhaps, if you have other questions, she'll be able to help you out!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734190628889,"sku":"A2875","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/3046163553.jpg?v=1522782212"},{"product_id":"which-gum-brand-lasts-the-longest-a2876","title":"Which Gum Brand Lasts the Longest?","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-816\" alt=\"Upper Elementary Science Fair Project\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/3157484213.jpg\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\nChewing gum; while flavor is key when purchasing a pack of gum, another important factor that weighs into decision-making is how long that flavor will last! Perfect for upper elementary students interested in physical science, we found a fun project shared by \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/hubpages.com\/hub\/Science-Fair-Project-Which-Gum-Lasts-the-Longest\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eVirginia Lynne\u003c\/a\u003e that explores which of the popular gum brands is the best buy based on which has the longest-lasting flavor!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll find lots of inspiration for setting up your own experiment - a step-by-step procedure, an example recording sheet for data collection, sample results, etc. Not to mention, there are several suggested project extensions that you might consider looking in to!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to visit Virginia's site to check out all the details!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734191317017,"sku":"A2876","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/3157484213.jpg?v=1522782216"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/collections\/Harold_E._Edgerton.jpg?v=1530027830","url":"https:\/\/www.supplyme.com\/collections\/5th-grade-physical-science-science-fair-projects\/topic-engineering.oembed","provider":"SupplyMe","version":"1.0","type":"link"}