Science Fair Projects: Ideas and Organization
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| Science Fair Projects: Ideas and Organization |
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Description:
| Some of these sites offer ideas for science experiments for kids. Other sites present more investigative ideas and guidelines for science fair projects. Includes a link to an eThemes Resource on the scientific method. |
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Grade Level:
| 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 |
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Resource Links:
| TryScience: Experiment
This site offers a collection of experiments in different subjects that you can do at home or online. Click on "Try It Offline" for the objectives and all the details.
How Stuff Works: Science Channel
This is a popular site that explains the science behind everyday things. NOTE: The site includes ads.
Science Fair Project Resource Guide
From the Internet Public Library Web site, this is a great starting place for students beginning a science fair project. It includes lots of links to outside sources that will explain concepts relating to science fairs, including scientific method, project ideas, and more.
Science Fair Central
"A comprehensive guide to creating your science fair project!" from Discovery School.com. NOTE: The site includes ads.
Science News for Kids
Look at an example of a real student's science fair project. There are also "Science Fair Tips" and "Science Project Topics." NOTE: The site includes ads.
Neuroscience for Kids
Learn about the different sections of a science fair project.
Science Fair Primer
This teacher shares ideas on "How Do I Get to the Science Fair?"
Science Stuff
Look at one way to design your project board. NOTE: The site includes ads.
Science Fair Project Guidebook
The guidebook has ten science fair projects on energy. The entire guidebook can be downloaded as a PDF file.
The Science Fair
This store provides science fair guidelines on their home page.
What Makes a Good Science Fair Project?
Teachers, students, and parents should read this explanation of what is really important in a science fair.
California State Science Fair
Read all about how the state of California runs their science fair. One of the many topics is "Getting Started."
McLaren's Science Fair Page
This site has steps and suggestions for junior high students.
Science Project Encyclopedia
This site is designed for high school students. The table of contents contains "Keys to a Successful Project" and "How Do I Get Started?" as well as many other topics.
FactMonster: Science Fair Projects
This site is for students of all ages. Find out what makes a good science fair project. There are links to biology, botany, chemistry, and physical science projects. NOTE: The site includes ads.
eThemes Resource: Scientific Method
These sites describe the general method used in scientific research. They also include the research process, the role and purpose of theory, ideas for science projects, online experiments, and science history.
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