Research – notes taken from at least 3 references with bibliography info.Summarize information relating to your topic taken from at least three resources: books, magazines, websites, DVD’s, conversations with experts, etc. This background information will help you formulate your experiment question and hypothesis, and appear in your final written report as Research. Be sure to rewrite the information in your own words, do not copy directly from the resource. After each summary include bibliography information from the resource that you used:
Here's how to write Bibliography information:
1. Write the author's last name, first name and middle name or initial.
2. Write the name of the article or chapter from your source in quotes.
3. Write the title of the book or source.
4. Write the place where your source was published followed by a colon.
5. Write the publisher name, date and volume followed by a colon and the page numbers.
Tips:
1. Here is an example for a book or magazine -- Smith, John B., 'Science Fair Fun' Experiment Time, New York: Sterling Pub. Co., May 1990, Vol. 2:10-25.
2. Here is an example for a Web site -- Bailey, Regina, About.com Biology Site, Mar. 9, 2000.
3. Here is an example for a conversation -- Martin, Clara, Telephone Conversation, Jan. 8, 2000.
Write your summaries and Bibliography info in your logbook.
Friday, February 17, 2012
Friday, February 10, 2012
Assignment # 2
Submit potential topic ideas or research questions.
Choose a topic that interests you. You could choose a project based on a topic you are learning about in homeschool, or perhaps a project related to one of the topics we have covered in Science Class: electronics, light, the electromagnetic spectrum, or earth science. Other fields include Biology, Botany, Chemistry, Psychology, Astronomy, and Physical Science. Your library should have some books that contain science fair project ideas, one popular author is Janice VanCleave. You can also search the web for ideas, I have included some links with project ideas in the sidebar of the Science Fair Blog.
In your log book write down a few topics or ideas that interest you. Your project should be a test or experiment so you want to come with a question to investigate relating to your topic. Be sure to date the entries in your log book, and if you are working with a partner and sharing a log book, sign your name after each entry you make.
Choosing a topic is one of the hardest parts of a Science Fair project, so be sure to devote some time to brainstorming ideas.
Choose a topic that interests you. You could choose a project based on a topic you are learning about in homeschool, or perhaps a project related to one of the topics we have covered in Science Class: electronics, light, the electromagnetic spectrum, or earth science. Other fields include Biology, Botany, Chemistry, Psychology, Astronomy, and Physical Science. Your library should have some books that contain science fair project ideas, one popular author is Janice VanCleave. You can also search the web for ideas, I have included some links with project ideas in the sidebar of the Science Fair Blog.
In your log book write down a few topics or ideas that interest you. Your project should be a test or experiment so you want to come with a question to investigate relating to your topic. Be sure to date the entries in your log book, and if you are working with a partner and sharing a log book, sign your name after each entry you make.
Choosing a topic is one of the hardest parts of a Science Fair project, so be sure to devote some time to brainstorming ideas.
Friday, February 3, 2012
Assignment # 1
So you’ve decided to participate in the Science Fair. You will be doing more than learning science, you will be “doing” science by following the scientific method just like a real scientist! Here are the steps you will follow as you complete the twelve assignments:
So let’s get started, already!
Purchase “marble” composition book to use as a log book. Write your first and last name and “Science Fair Log” on the cover. Print a copy of “Science Fair Timeline” document from the Science Fair Blog and tape or paste inside the front cover.
Now watch for assignment # 2.
- Identify a problem
- Refer to authoritative sources
- Ask an appropriate question
- Develop a hypothesis
- Conduct experiments
- Keep detailed records of methods and results.
- Report the experiments
- Analyze the results
- Develop a conclusion
So let’s get started, already!
Purchase “marble” composition book to use as a log book. Write your first and last name and “Science Fair Log” on the cover. Print a copy of “Science Fair Timeline” document from the Science Fair Blog and tape or paste inside the front cover.
Now watch for assignment # 2.
Saturday, January 7, 2012
Introduction to the Science Fair- Info For Parents
When and Where: The annual HFH Science Fair will be held on Friday, May, 4 after First Friday Mass at St. Mary's Pine Bluff.
Who: Catholic homeschooled students in grades Kindergarten through High School are invited to participate. There is no entry fee for HFH members, non-HFH members must pay a facility fee of $5 per child. Participating families are asked to bring a snack to share the night of the Fair.
Why: Participating students will have an opportunity to put the scientific method into practical use. They will follow these steps:
How: To make this process easier on parents I have come up with a series of twelve assignments and deadlines to guide students in creating their projects. Submitting the assignments to me at Science class on Wednesdays is optional but encouraged. I will read over student’s work and offer feedback. Students should keep a project log, a “marble” composition book is recommended for this purpose. Starting in February , I will post detailed instructions for each assignment to a blog cleverly titled Science Fair Blog .
If you would like me to send you a copy of all the assignments in a PDF file or a printed copy contact me, or download a copy from the link at the Science Fair Blog.
What: In addition to a “marble” composition book, students will need a tri-fold cardboard display board and any materials needed to carry out and report on their project. It is possible and encouraged for students to choose projects that use inexpensive materials, but obviously the final cost will vary depending on the topic.
A Few More Details:Students who are not taking my Science class are welcome to participate. If they wish to submit assignments to me, email me to make arrangements.
A note about younger students: Kindergarten and First graders are encouraged to participate in the Science Fair. In the past we have had some very good informational projects on topics such as dinosaurs and worms submitted by Kindergartners. Younger students (including 2nd and 3rd graders) are not expecting to follow all the assignments strictly and produce a written report, rather the parent should use the assignments as a guideline and tailor the project to the child’s level. A display about an area of interest is a great introduction to Science Fair projects for the younger crowd. Students in 4th grade and up (and perhaps some more ambitious 2nd and 3rd graders) should be able to complete a project as specified in the assignments.
Please contact me with any questions!
Who: Catholic homeschooled students in grades Kindergarten through High School are invited to participate. There is no entry fee for HFH members, non-HFH members must pay a facility fee of $5 per child. Participating families are asked to bring a snack to share the night of the Fair.
Why: Participating students will have an opportunity to put the scientific method into practical use. They will follow these steps:
- Identify the problem
- Refer to authoritative sources
- Ask an appropriate question
- Develop a hypothesis
- Conduct experiments
- Keep detailed records of methods and results
- Report the experiments
- Analyze the results
- Develop a conclusion
How: To make this process easier on parents I have come up with a series of twelve assignments and deadlines to guide students in creating their projects. Submitting the assignments to me at Science class on Wednesdays is optional but encouraged. I will read over student’s work and offer feedback. Students should keep a project log, a “marble” composition book is recommended for this purpose. Starting in February , I will post detailed instructions for each assignment to a blog cleverly titled Science Fair Blog .
If you would like me to send you a copy of all the assignments in a PDF file or a printed copy contact me, or download a copy from the link at the Science Fair Blog.
What: In addition to a “marble” composition book, students will need a tri-fold cardboard display board and any materials needed to carry out and report on their project. It is possible and encouraged for students to choose projects that use inexpensive materials, but obviously the final cost will vary depending on the topic.
A Few More Details:Students who are not taking my Science class are welcome to participate. If they wish to submit assignments to me, email me to make arrangements.
A note about younger students: Kindergarten and First graders are encouraged to participate in the Science Fair. In the past we have had some very good informational projects on topics such as dinosaurs and worms submitted by Kindergartners. Younger students (including 2nd and 3rd graders) are not expecting to follow all the assignments strictly and produce a written report, rather the parent should use the assignments as a guideline and tailor the project to the child’s level. A display about an area of interest is a great introduction to Science Fair projects for the younger crowd. Students in 4th grade and up (and perhaps some more ambitious 2nd and 3rd graders) should be able to complete a project as specified in the assignments.
Please contact me with any questions!
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