Blue Ribbon Science Fair Projects

Author Glen Vechionne's collections of science fair projects have proven wildly popular, with more than 232,000 copies sold.

His straight-forward approach and accessible experiments have been very popular - and this volume is sure to be no exception for budding scientists.

From finding out whether chewing gum improves memory to testing static electricity with a bowl of cereal, every idea is enjoyable and educational.

The engaging topics include fun with animals, creative chemistry with soft drinks and milk; and lots of botany.

Plus, Vecchione provides great tips on how to catch the judges' attention, create a journal and display your project.