2012

Sunday, May 6, 2012 - 2:00 to 4:00pm
Science Fair References and Resources

Be a scientist detective!  Every day, without even trying, students experiment and observe to make discoveries. Here are some questions asked at last year’s fair:

• How can I grow crystals?
• What types of food do different birds like best?
• Can a plant go through a maze?
• How do volcanoes work?
• What kind of dish soap makes the best bubbles?

Pick something that interests you!  Then, create a cool science project by yourself or with a friend or sibling.  You can answer questions using a simple scientific method (explained in registrant confirmation packets).  You may also explore your topic using other approaches such as:

• Collecting and recording information (data) that you measure or observe
• Making a model or drawing a diagram that depicts a scientific phenomenon
• Building an apparatus that demonstrates scientific principles
• Researching, illustrating (or photographing) and explaining a scientific wonder

YOU decide how to conduct & display your own science project. Feel free to get assistance from parents or other adults, but make this project your own.  When planning a project, keep in mind:

• Each student or team will have a 3' by 3' display space on half of a 3' by 6' table.
• Projects may not use open or concealed flames, gases, non-contained microbial cultures, flammable liquids, or anything else that could be considered dangerous.

During the afternoon of the fair, award winning performer Mike Bent, will present The Wacky Science Show, a nationally ranked, no-holds-barred laugh riot that makes science easy to understand.  There will also be ribbons for participants and a raffle of exciting, science-related prizes that you won’t want to miss!

Please e-mail or call the Fair co-chairs if you have any questions:
scienceFair@willardptg.org