Earth & Weather
How Does Slope Affect Water Runoff? A Simple Home Experiment
Steeper slopes cause rain to run off faster and in larger amounts. By building tilted trays and measuring the water…
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Keeping a Weather Journal: Comparing Clouds, Rain, and Temperature
A weather journal lets children record temperature, cloud types, and precipitation over days, helping them see how clouds and rain…
Earth & Weather
How Does Shade Affect Soil Temperature? A Simple Backyard Experiment
Explore how shade changes the temperature of soil by comparing a sunny spot with a shaded one using everyday items…
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Which Soil Type Lets Water Drain the Fastest? An Easy Home Experiment
Kids can discover which soil – sand, silt, or clay – lets water drain the quickest by measuring how long…
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PhysicsMotion, light & the way things work19 projects
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