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.
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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.
Birdy Buffet
May
2025
Students will put on their bird-watching hats to uncover which elements attract the most birds to their Birdy Buffet.
Globe Planter
April
2025
Cultivate the gardener within to help celebrate the planet any day! Students select the perfect herb or flower to plant and brainstorm ways they can help the Earth.
Basketball Game
March
2025
Which type of material makes the best ball? Students will create and test different variations of their ball designs for the win.