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Dive into a microscopic world with this collection of microbiology science experiments. Explore bacteria, viruses, and infectious diseases. Discover the perfect middle school science experiment in this huge collection of age-appropriate science investigations.
Our middle school projects are written and tested by scientists and are specifically created for use by students in the middle school grades. Students can choose to follow the science experiment as written or put their own spin on the project.
- Paper Towel Test Strength. Growing up, for us, it was commercials that were designed to tell us which brand is best and why.
- Paper Towel Test Absorbancy. This is just like the strength test, but it focuses on the paper towels ability to absorb a spill.
- Grow that gummy. I find that students love doing labs that involve food. They especially like eating the leftover candies that weren’t used when the experiment is over.
- Candy Letter Lab. My students are always fascinated by this lab. Students act like magicians as they have the letters on the candy levitate to the top of the liquid without touching the candy.
- Test How Color Affects Memory
- Use Charcoal to Purify Water
- Experiment with Crystals
- See How Sugary Drinks Impact Teeth
- Make A Hanging Compass to Understand Magnetism
- Copper Plate Coins
- Test How Oil Spills Impact Wildlife
- Design A Solar Oven
- Determine Whether Texting Is A New Language
- Dissect A Flower
Are specific colors better for your memory? Does it help to write notes and flashcards in one color more than it does with another? Materials This is a low-budget project that any student or classroom could take on, requiring only a variety of colored pens or markers, index cards and participants. Procedure 1. Gather willing participants (classmate...
Water filtration systems are extremely common nowadays, but to many it’s a complete mystery how they actually work! Materials This is a fairly simple experiment as well, so you’ll only need a measuring cup, a teaspoon, two baby food jars, water, activated charcoal and red food coloring. Procedure 1. Fill the measuring cup with ½ cup of water and ad...
Crystals are easy to growand a lot of fun for young students. Plus, there are many ways you can experiment with them during and after the growing process! One specific way we can explore is aiming for a specific shape and end-product by making a crystal flower. Materials Either a real or fake flower will work for this experiment, but you do need a ...
Everyone knows the general concept that sugary drinks like soda and juice are terrible for your teeth and several other areas as well, but what if we could showyoung students just how bad they are? Materials The basic materials required here will be five eggs, five cups and masking tape. In terms of the drinks you’ll need, make sure to gather water...
If the science behind magnets is something that interests your students or is relevant to your curriculum, a hanging compass experiment may be the perfect way to go! This will help them understand the Earth’s magnetic field as it influences the needle of the compass. Materials All that will be needed here is a magnet, a large steel sewing needles, ...
This is a fun and creative way to learn how to use simple, common items to plate coins with copper. You can even incorporate unique designs into the finished product! This is all done through electricity and can both make for a fascinating individual project or a part of a core lesson plan. Materials The materials required for this can be found in ...
Something that can really hit home for students is how their environment is being impacted by the actions of humans. Specifically, we have already witnessed the disastrous effects of oil spills in recent history, so showing students just how it impacts our wildlife can help to further emphasize it. Materials All you will need here is water, liquid ...
Solar energy in general is becoming a much more popular and necessary source of electricity. Believe it or not, it’s actually pretty easy to demonstrate how it all works to young students and actually have them design their own solar oventhat can be used while camping or simply trying to cook with greener energy sources! Materials To tackle this ex...
Texting has become such an integral part of our society’s communication particularly for younger generations. Can it be considered a new language, though? Materials All that is needed for this project is a computer with internet access, a mobile phone, a digital camera and typical office supplies like paper, pens and poster board. Procedure 1. Read...
Dissection of any organism can do a great job at explaining anatomy to students in a hands-on and visual way that lectures don’t provide. That said, it can be hard to acquire and dissect animals like frogs or sharks, especially when it comes to younger classrooms. Plus, these projects can turn some stomachs at any age group. Flowers, however, are e...
Inspiring a love for STEM-based learning can begin at any age, but middle school is a great place to get started! Get your kids excited about science with engaging, faith-based curriculum. Take lesson planning off your plate!
Feb 27, 2023 · Looking for fun and engaging lab ideas for use in your science class? You've come to the right place. Here's my list of practical activities and experiments you can try with your students, all in one place.
This article provides an exciting opportunity for middle school students to explore the wonders of science through 14 engaging experiments. Each experiment is designed to provide plenty of opportunities for learning and understanding science.
