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:

1. Identify a problem



2. Refer to authoritative sources



3. Ask an appropriate question



4. Develop a hypothesis



5. Conduct experiments



6. Keep detailed records of methods and results.



7. Report the experiments



8. Analyze the results



9. 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.