An important part of learning is doing! Science fairs and STEAM events offer students an opportunity to practice investigation and engineering design. But how are scientific projects different than engineering projects? Think of investigators as scientists and inventors as engineers. Scientists use research and experiments to explore the world around us. Engineers design and make things that will solve problems.
Students
Make, create, explore.
Scientific Projects
Engineering Projects
Getting Started
Not sure where to how to get started? Still trying to figure out what your science fair project is going to be this year? We’ve got you covered.
Scientific Projects
If you like asking questions and exploring solutions, start with a scientific project. We have over 100 projects to choose from.
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Engineering Projects
If you like solving problems and proposing solutions, start with an engineering project. We have several challenges to choose from.
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Kids Workshops
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Kids Workshops provide a mix of skill-building, creativity, and safety for future DIYers every month in Home Depot stores across the country. After registering for the next Workshop, download these exclusive extension activities from Discovery Education. Each extension provides opportunities to reimagine or use their Workshop creation in an unexpected new way.
Delivery Truck
January
2024
Investigate the forces of motion as students learn how a Delivery Truck delivers a wide variety of objects and materials efficiently. Students will analyze the ways that differences in delivery load affect movement.
Gingerbread House
December
2023
Take gingerbread houses to the next level with a DIY design challenge in which students design a sweet yard to go with their gingerbread house. Students will use simple materials to create their ideal landscape.
Horseshoe Game
November
2023
Discover the dynamics involved in the classic lawn game of Horseshoes as students combine outdoor fun and learning. Students will imagine their own version of Horseshoes while testing their skills along with others.