How Do I Start?
Deciding on a science fair project can be stressful. Science project ideas are all around you every day. Many of the things you wonder about can be turned into a science project.
You can experiment with living things. You can turn a toy into a science project. You can research a topic that interests you. You can test a scientific principle. If you still can't decide...
There are numerous websites full of project ideas. We've listed some that we think are useful below.
200 Science Project Ideas That Will Wow Judges If you are unsure where to start, this is a great spot for ideas!
Science Bob This site presents a surprising science fact and an experiment to help you prove and understand it.
Sciencebuddies.org Lots of resources at this site, including the scientific method, project ideas and more!
Our Library's Books Here's a direct link to the list of books Mrs. Ryan has in our library that you might be interested in!
Yes Mag Project Easy to follow instructions for some science demonstrations that can be expanded into science experiments. This site has some good illustrations and information about buying kits.
science playwiths An interesting site that uses simple items to pose interesting questions and answer them. Click on the underlined link "set of small experiments"
Sports Science at Exploratorium What's the science behind baseball, the skateboard, and hockey.
Science explorer How can I make...directions on how to make science experiments and projects at home.
energy quest Detailed descriptions of science experiments that use different types of energy
Neuroscience for Children Experiments and activities concerning the function of the brain.
Reeko's Mad Scientist Lab This site gives directions for some experiments organized by difficulty.
Cyber-Fair This site answers the question "what makes a good project". It suggests how to create a question that will lead to a science fair experiment.
Thinking Fountain This great site is from the Science Museum of Minnesota. Select "A to Z" index of ideas and get activities and definitions for younger children.
Chem4Kid Use the Section Map to help you find answers in specific areas of chemistry.
All Science Fair Projects This is a searchable site for choosing a project. There are 100s of ideas to choose from.
TRSEF Website's Links TRSEF is the regional fair for our area. They have a variety of websites inked here to help you get started.