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Science Fair Projects. 10 Easy Steps to Science Project Completion. Developed by Ms. Sica-Fosella. Step 1: Select a Topic/Project Idea. What are you interested in finding out? What observations have you made that lead you to a question you want to answer?
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Science Fair Projects 10 Easy Steps to Science Project Completion Developed by Ms. Sica-Fosella
Step 1: Select a Topic/Project Idea • What are you interested in finding out? • What observations have you made that lead you to a question you want to answer? • Can you obtain the materials that you need to experiment on this topic?
Step 2: Summarize your Project Purpose • What is the purpose of your project? • What your project is all about? • How do you plan to complete the experiment? Project Title • Write a catchy title that relates to your topic and gets people interested in your project.
Step 3: Write a Problem and Hypothesis Problem • What do you want to find out? • Does your question relate to the topic and the purpose of your experiment? • Can you develop an experiment to answer your question? • Does your question make sense? Is it confusing?
Step 3: Write a Problem and Hypothesis Hypothesis • What do you think will happen? • Make a prediction using observations, past knowledge and research. • Make sure you explain WHY you made the prediction. • Can your hypothesis be tested with an experiment? • BE SPECIFIC! • Use complete sentences.
Step 4: Research • What information do you need to know about your topic before you can experiment? • Search in books, encyclopedias, magazines, the internet and other sources for information. • Write facts about your topic. • List all of your references – write down each website that you use.
Step 5: Materials and Procedure • What materials will you use to complete your experiment? • Make sure you only choose materials that you can get! • What steps will you follow to test your hypothesis? • BE SPECIFIC! Label your steps using 1, 2, 3, and so on. • Would someone else be able to follow your directions? • Are there any safety concerns?
Step 6: Experiment and Results • Be sure to display your data in an organized manner. Use a table or chart to help you show your results. Don’t forget to label! • Include enough data to prove or disprove your hypothesis. • Write down any observations you made during your experiment. • Draw pictures of your experiment. • Take photos of the experiment and yourself performing the experiment.
Step 7: Draw Conclusions • What do your data and observations tell you? • What happened during your experiment? • What did you find out? • Was your hypothesis proven or rejected? • What might have gone wrong, if anything? • Are there any new questions that you have after this investigation? • Write a summary of what you learned during your experiment.
Step 8: Proofread and Edit • Proofread your project and edit any mistakes. • Did you adjust your materials and procedure to match what you actually used and what you actually did? • Have a classmate proofread your project. • Have an adult proofread your project. • Create a final copy of your project and submit it to your teacher. Now you will receive a project display board!
Grades 3- 7 Step 8: Create your project display board • Use the layout shown to create your display board. • Make it neat and attractive! • Write your name, teacher, and school on the back of your board. 3-D Representation or Model that Corresponds with Project Written Report
Step 10: Present your Project • Decide what you are going to say during your presentation and how you will demonstrate your experiment to the class. • Place notes on index cards to guide you during your presentation. • Practice your presentation at home. Be ready to answer questions from your classmates and teachers. • Bring your project display board and experiment to school on the due date. Carry it in a bag, container, or box that has your name on it!
