Step 1: Choose a Topic
No idea what to do for science fair? Get started using some of the options below:
"The Big Book of Science Fair Ideas" <-- click to download
ISEF categories
Science Fair topic selection worksheet <--- click to download
Really want to win? Come up with a list of topics you are interested in, and look for current research studies on that topic using one of the search engines here.
Intermediate/Advanced websites: (Ms. Rosencrans' classes start here!)
http://www.all-science-fair-projects.com/
Beginner websites:
Topic Selection Wizard
Science Buddies homepage
"The Big Book of Science Fair Ideas" <-- click to download
ISEF categories
Science Fair topic selection worksheet <--- click to download
Really want to win? Come up with a list of topics you are interested in, and look for current research studies on that topic using one of the search engines here.
Intermediate/Advanced websites: (Ms. Rosencrans' classes start here!)
http://www.all-science-fair-projects.com/
Beginner websites:
Topic Selection Wizard
Science Buddies homepage
Step 2: Research your Topic
Any good experiment must start with good background research! Here are a few good places to start looking!
Encyclopedia Britannica Online
Google (make sure you are looking for reliable websites!)
How to Write a Background Research section (Science Buddies)
Discovery Education
100 Best Reference Sites for Science Students
Collect your data using the Background Research form. <—click to download!
Encyclopedia Britannica Online
Google (make sure you are looking for reliable websites!)
How to Write a Background Research section (Science Buddies)
Discovery Education
100 Best Reference Sites for Science Students
Collect your data using the Background Research form. <—click to download!