Scientific American, Simple Science Fair Projects, Grades 3-5


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EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW FOR SIMPLE SCIENCE FAIR PROJECTS Learn Experiments that help you to: Store and release energy Remove heat from an object Understand how a jet engine works Build and operate a siphon Featuring experiments in: Gravity Energy Air and Water Pressure Friction Motion Light Perception Biology Grades 3-5




The Complete Handbook of Science Fair Projects


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"Harried parents or teachers seeking ideas for science fair projects will find this resource a godsend." --Science Books & Films "An excellent resource for students looking for ideas." --Booklist "Useful information and hints on how to design, conduct, and present a science project." --Library Journal "Sound advice on how to put together a first-rate project." --Alan Newman, American Chemical Society Want the inside tips for putting together a first-rate science fair project that will increase your understanding of the scientific method, help you to learn more about a fascinating science topic, and impress science fair judges? The Complete Handbook of Science Fair Projects, newly revised and updated, is the ultimate guide to every aspect of choosing, preparing, and presenting an outstanding science fair project. Special features of this unbeatable guide include: 50 award-winning projects from actual science fairs-including many new project ideas-along with an expanded list of 500 fascinating science fair topics suitable for grades 7 and up Straightforward, highly detailed guidelines on how to develop an outstanding project-from selecting a great topic and conducting your experiment to organizing data, giving oral and visual presentations, and much more The latest ISEF rules and guidelines Updated information on resources and state and regional science fair listings The Complete Handbook of Science Fair Projects gives you all the guidance you'll need to create a science fair project worthy of top honors.




Janice VanCleave's A+ Science Fair Projects


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A fabulous collection of science projects, explorations,techniques, and ideas! Looking to wow the judges at the science fair this year? Everyone'sfavorite science teacher is here to help. Janice VanCleave's A+Science Fair Projects has everything you need to put together awinning entry, with detailed advice on properly planning yourproject, from choosing a topic and collecting your facts todesigning experiments and presenting your findings. Featuring all-new experiments as well as time-tested projectscollected from Janice VanCleave's A+ series, this easy-to-followguide gives you an informative introduction to the science fairprocess. You get thirty-five complete starter projects on varioustopics in astronomy, biology, chemistry, earth science, andphysics, including explorations of: * The angular distance between celestial bodies * The breathing rate of goldfish * Interactions in an ecosystem * Nutrient differences in soils * Heat transfer in the atmosphere * Magnetism from electricity * And much more! You'll also find lots of helpful tips on how to develop your ownideas into unique projects. Janice VanCleave's A+ Science FairProjects is the ideal guide for any middle or high school studentwho wants to develop a stellar science fair entry.




The Complete Idiot's Guide to Science Fair Projects


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Explains what the scientific method is and gives step-by-step directions for more than 50 projects and experiments using everyday items, for everyone from beginners to advanced students.




Janice VanCleave's Great Science Project Ideas from Real Kids


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There's plenty for you to choose from in this collection of forty terrific science project ideas from real kids, chosen by well-known children's science writer Janice VanCleave. Developing your own science project requires planning, research, and lots of hard work. This book saves you time and effort by showing you how to develop your project from start to finish and offering useful design and presentation techniques. Projects are in an easy-to-follow format, use easy-to-find materials, and include dozens illustrations and diagrams that show you what kinds of charts and graphs to include in your science project and how to set up your project display. You’ll also find clear scientific explanations, tips for developing your own unique science project, and 100 additional ideas for science projects in all science categories.




Scientific American, Winning Science Fair Projects, Grades 5-7


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"EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW FOR WINNING SCIENCE FAIR PROJECTs. Learn Experiments that help you to: Build Electric Circuits; Create an Object that Has Only One Side; Break Light into its Component parts; Create Static Electricity; Discover How Light Works; Find Out Why Earth Rotates and What; Keeps Us on the Ground; Examine How Waves Work; Discover Your Green Thumb. Featuring Experiments in: Electricity; Electromagnetism; Gravity; Plant Growth; Light and Optics; Surfaces; Reaction Time; Centrifugal Force;Sound Waves; Grades 5-7"




Potato Chip Science


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Provides experiments associated with a bag of potato chips: bags, chips, lids, spuds, and tubes.




Plastics and Polymers Science Fair Projects, Revised and Expanded Using the Scientific Method


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Do all polymers melt? What does a chain of polymer atoms look like? Which cups insulate hot drinks best? Using easy-to-find materials and the scientific method, student scientists can learn the answers to these questions and more. For students interested in competing in science fairs, the book contains lots of great suggestions and ideas for further experiments.




The Book Review Digest


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