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Yesterday we looked at steps one and two of the science fair project. In today's post, we are going to look closer at step three, in which the students formulate their hypothesis, and step four, where the students design their experiment. Step 3: Formulate a Hypothesis The third step of the science fair project is to formulate a hypothesis. This phase is patterned after step three of the … [Read more...]
The Science Fair Project ~ Steps 1 & 2
Last week I shared why it is so important for us, as homeschoolers, to do a science fair project. This week, I want to kick of a week long series that will take a brief look at the steps of the science fair project. My hope is that by the end of the week you will have a better idea of how to guide your student through this process. Let's begin with a look at Step 1: Choose a Topic and Step 2: … [Read more...]
Why Should I do a Science Fair Project?
As homeschoolers we tend to skip over the science fair project because it appears daunting, but it is an excellent tool for giving our students hands-on experience with the scientific method. Why should I do a Science Fair Project? I have learned through my teaching and research experience that to truly understand science, one must be familiar with this fundamental process. All students need … [Read more...]
The Basics of Notebooking
I recommend notebooking over straight comprehension worksheets during the elementary and middle school years because it is an excellent way of engaging the student with the information he is learning. In notebooking, the student is not merely regurgitating facts; he is thinking over what he has read or heard and responding with what he has found to be meaningful. Notebooking is an extremely … [Read more...]
Science Corner: The Importance of the Scientific Method
Using the scientific method regularly will teach the student to look at all the evidence before making a statement of fact, which makes it an integral part of science education. If we want our students to be prepared for higher education science, they must be comfortable with this most fundamental process. What is the scientific method? In a nutshell, the scientific method teaches the brain to … [Read more...]
Elemental Science’s Product of the Month: Success in Science
Welcome to the first Product of the Month by Elemental Science! I thought that we should start with the book that contains our theories for science education as it is the foundation for all our programs. So, this month we will be featuring our new theory book Success in Science: A Manual for Excellence in Science Education along with a free checklist for you to use with the book. You can read … [Read more...]