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During the month of August we will be going over each step of the scientific method. Each week we will tackle a different component. This week we are going to talk about developing a hypothesis.
Super science fair projects needs a great hypothesis. Your hypothesis is basically a prediction of what will happen or a question that you want to answer. For example, if you are developing a science fair project on combustion your hypothesis can be something like: When a fire is deprived of oxygen it will go out. As you can see this is a prediction about what will happen during your experiment. The second option that you have for your hypothesis is to ask a yes or no question about your topic, for example: Will a fire go out if the oxygen is removed?
When developing your science fair project’s hypothesis you want to keep it simple and to the point. A great hypothesis will address only one specific topic. If you are working with a complex science topic you can create several hypotheses to test.
Most students entering a science fair will only need to develop and refer to a single hypothesis. However, older students who are interested in producing an upper level project may also want to introduce a null hypothesis. A null hypothesis is basically the opposite of your hypothesis. This means that if your hypothesis is correct your null hypothesis will be incorrect, and vise versa.
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This week I want to talk more about possible science fair projects that you can complete during the upcoming science fair season. This week’s project ideas are going to focus on fire place screens and gift baskets. Odd topics for science fair projects, I know, but let’s run with them any ways.
The first topic for your science fair projects is fire place screens. There are a lot of different science fair projects that you can develop around a fire place screen, including earth science fair projects and thermal energy science fair projects. For example, you can experiment with different types of materials to see which one will resist heat the best or which ones will provide a shatterproof screen. You can also develop a science fair project that uses a fire place screen for an unusual purpose, like to generate power. Use your imagination.
The second topic for your science fair project is gift baskets. You can develop biology science fair projects that look at different materials that can be used for the basket’s construction that will prevent the contents from becoming soggy or dry, or that will keep the contents cool or warm. You can also look at developing a gift basket that is alive. For example you can shape a plant using a mesh frame in the shape of a basket and then create a topiary gift basket that is not only a plant gift, but that also can carry other gifts.
Like I mentioned last week I have been looking for blogs that provide readers with good science fair project ideas. This week I came across a good one called Science Fair Projects. Check out this blog for more project ideas.
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This week I’d like to start a new blog series on science fair project ideas. This week I’ll be talking about ideas for 24-hour science fair projects that involve cell phones and elliptical machines. Both of these items can be found in many homes, at school or at a local store.
The first science fair project idea that I came up with this week is to use cell phone cases and accessories as your experiment’s subject. For example, how about design a cell phone case that recharges your cell phone using solar energy. What other project ideas can you come up with for cell phone accessories like chargers, faceplates and charging stations?
The second group of science fair projects that I was thinking about this week involve elliptical machines. Elliptical machines are pieces of exercise equipment that utilize the natural elliptical motion of our legs. Project ideas using an elliptical machine include heart rate projects, sweat projects and geometry projects. One project you can put together is to determine if the elliptical shape used by these machines really do reflect the natural motion of our legs.
For more ideas on science fair projects visit a homeschool science store.
I have been scouring the Internet for science fair project blogs for our readers. One I came across is actually put out by USA Today. It is a great reference for finding news stories on science fairs and science fair projects. Check out this blog if you need a little extra help coming up with your science fair project ideas.
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The summer is already half over, however, most people are still planning their vacations and special events. This year if you are planning on attending a wedding during your child’s summer vacation plan ahead to put together learning activities that will keep them entertained before, during and after the ceremony.
The first activity that you can plan for your kids is to use science experiments to create bridesmaid gifts or wedding gifts for the couple. For example, you can complete chemistry science fair projects and grow crystals for gifts or to make decorations for the reception tables. Experiment with different solutions to create a variety of crystal shapes and colors.
Baking experiments can also be used to create gifts for the wedding party, as well as a great way for building self esteem in children. To get the most from these projects talk about the chemical reactions that occur when you bake. The best part about these projects is that they are edible when the project is over.
The third idea for keeping your kids entertained during a wedding weekend is to complete computer science fair experiments. They can work on these science fair projects at the hotel or on a laptop computer in the car. These projects will not only keep your kids busy, but they will also help prepare them for the upcoming school year.
Do you have any science ideas for keeping kids busy this summer? Post your ideas below.
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Summer is when we all get a little more active. If you are looking for ideas for your middle school science fair projects then consider looking at your summer activities using science fair science kits. For example, you can examine the mechanics of your summer sports, you can look at why your boat stays afloat in the lake, you can explore the habitats that are established in local recreation areas or you can complete a species count at your favorite park or recreation site.
One project idea that you can work on this summer is looking at the science of body building supplements. You can explore the components of these supplements and then determine why they work/don’t work. You may want to compare brands or even complete your own trials to see how they impact sports performance.
If you are having a hard time coming up with ideas for your science fair projects, then experiment with a young scientists club science kit set. This set will walk you through science experiments, providing you with the tools and ingredients needed for a variety of projects, and they can provide you with great ideas for more advanced experiments. Some of these kits will even providing you with a check list for additional projects that you can perform after completing the first experiment.
Do you have an idea for a summer science project? Are you a teacher looking for science demonstrations for the upcoming school year? Post your ideas and questions below.
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