Science Tools for Students

Start with the Scientific Method!

Explore, observe, ask questions. Gather information, test, experiment. Analyze your data. Draw conclusions. Share what you learn.

These are all part of the scientific method; a process of experimentation and exploration. How do things work? Why do some things work and others don't? There are always questions to ask and answer.

Click on the diagram to the right for more information on the scientific method, then use the tools and resources on this page to help you explore and understand this universe we live in.

Click here to see more diagrams of the scientific method.

Homework Helpers

A science report template with writing scaffolds to guide you through the report writing process. In Microsoft Word format.

Developed by the Melba Copland Secondary School.

A tool you can use to break down writing and research projects into manageable chunks based on your start and due dates.

Free Graph Papers

Customize, save, and print a variety of graph, pattern, and specialty papers. 

A free online tool for creating charts and data graphs.

A free online scientific calculator. There is also a graphing calculator, a matrix calculator, and a geometry tool.

A free app from Microsoft that solves math problems and creates graphs.

Virtual 3D design, electronics, and coding.

Being able to speak the language of science is important. This resource includes science vocabulary lists.

A wide range of information available in various levels of text complexity. This resource is in English or Spanish.

Great explanation of the periodic table.

Downloadable PDF documents of the periodic table in pictures and words.

Click on the symbols on the periodic table for information and facts about the elements.

Experiments & Simulations

Use a Topic Selection Wizard to help identify a great science project.

A collection of safe and easy experiments.

Extensive collection of interactive simulations for science and math.

A collection of science simulations and videos.

Interactive resources by grade and subject.

Media & Image Gallery

This resource was developed by the PS/RtI Technology & Learning Connections Project. It was funded through the Bureau of Exceptional Education and Student Services. The information and resources are provided as a free awareness service to the educational community and do not reflect any specific endorsement by any parties involved.Â