Thoreau Science Fair
Friday November 15, 2024 | 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm | Thoreau Cafeteria
Share your enthusiasm for science at the 1st Annual Thoreau Science Fair—a fun, educational event. Individuals or groups can explore science topics and present their findings. Do an experiment or research an interesting science topic and share what you learn. Additionally, there will be a Sensory-Friendly Exhibit Space for those who would benefit from a quieter place to showcase their project. Scientists are eligible for raffle prizes and everyone receives a door prize!
Registration
Register now: https://forms.gle/
Registration closes October 31, 2024
How To Plan Your Project
Do an experiment or research an interesting topic and share what you learn! You can work alone or with a group.
1. Pick a topic that interests you
Do you like space? Animals? Slime? Electricity? Cooking? Cars? Need ideas? Check the project resources below.
2. Explore your topic in one (or more) of the following ways:
- ASK A QUESTION & COLLECT information (data) that you measure or observe. For example:
- What happens when you put an egg in vinegar for a week?
- What kinds of food do birds like best?
- Which type of catapult works the best?
- What type of slime stretches the farthest?
- MAKE a model or draw a diagram that shows a scientific phenomenon.
- BUILD an apparatus that demonstrates scientific principles.
- RESEARCH, illustrate and explain a scientific wonder.
3. Share your findings with your fellow students!
Project Resources
What is the Scientific Method?
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