How To Do a Science Fair Project:

  1. Come up with an idea for a scientific experiment by observing a certain phenomenon. Writing down your observations.
  2. Gather information about the topic you selected.
  3. Write a short and direct title that describes your experiment.
  4. State the exact purpose of your experiment.
  5. Identify possible variables in your experiment. Variables are things that change.
  6. Write a hypothesis that states what you predict will happen based on changes in your variables.
  7. Create a step-by-step experiment that tells exactly what you intend to do.
  8. Gather together and list the materials needed to perform your experiment.
  9. Perform your experiment and record the data as you progress.
  10. Write down any other observations while doing your experiment.
  11. Do all the necessary calculations.
  12. Write a summary of what happened in your experiment.
  13. Use your data and observations to draw conclusions about your experiment.

Tips:

  • When designing your experiment try to use only one variable. Include a control so that you can compare data.
  • If you have performed calculations, record your results on a table or graph to include with your project.