Rabbit Creek Science Fair - Anchorage School District
Rabbit Creek Science Fair
March 20-22, 2019
Dear Families,
Thank you for your interest in the science fair! We hope that you are looking forward to
creating a wonderful science project to share with our school!
Why do a science project? Here are some excellent reasons, from ¡°Discovery Education¡±:
Science projects allow students to:
o Use the scientific method to develop an understanding of controls and variables.
o Take an open and creative approach to problem solving.
o Sharpen their research and writing skills.
o Learn the difference between personal opinion and scientific fact.
o Understand the importance of time management.
o Develop public speaking skills, poise, and the ability to think on their feet.
o Be recognized for academic achievement.
But most of all, a science fair project gives students the chance to ask, ¡°why? how? what if?¡±,
research the answer, and share their discoveries.
Here is the science fair schedule:
Wed., March 20
Project Set-up in Library 8:00-9:00am, Judging Begins at 9:30am
Thurs., March 21
Class Viewing 9:00am-3:30pm, Family Night 6:30-8:00pm
Fri., March 22
Continue Class Viewing, Project Pick-up 3:00
This packet contains the following:
? Types of Projects (pg. 2)
? Project Requirements (pg. 3)
? Ideas and Resources (pg. 4)
? Parent Involvement (pg. 5)
? Organizational Tools (pg. 6)
? Safety Restrictions (pg. 8)
? Suggested Timeline (pg. 9)
? Project Evaluation Rubric (pg. 10)
? Entry Form (pg. 11)
Examples of science fair
projects from past years will
be on display in the library.
Please feel free to stop in
and take a look!
We would like to encourage Rabbit Creek Science Fair participants to consider taking their
projects to the Alaska State Science and Engineering Fair on March 29-31. If you are
interested, please visit the Alaska Science & Engineering Fair website for details:
If you have any questions, please contact us at 742-5700 or via e-mail, listed below.
Your Science Fair Committee,
Ms. Willis
willis_alison@
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Types of Science Fair Projects
Research-based Science Projects:
Models
Collections
Research Report
Experiment-based Science Projects:
The Scientific Method
? ask a question
? plan and carry out an investigation
? analyze data and draw conclusions
Models:
Plant part diagrams, motors, crystal radios, solar systems, volcanoes, and structures are examples of
models. They are attempts to explain known scientific principles or apparatus.
Collections:
A scientific collection is made up of things from nature: rocks, minerals, fossils, shells, bones. Please
remember that our safety restrictions stipulate that all collections must be sealed in plastic. See the
¡°Safety Restrictions¡± page for more details.
A good scientific collection includes:
? a focus on just one topic
? specimens labeled with the name of the specimen, where and when it was collected, who
collected it
? specimens arranged in some logical order
? research to understand the scientific importance, meaning, or relationship of the collection
? creating a display that is visually interesting and enhances understanding of the collection
Research Report:
A research report is an acceptable project for the Rabbit Creek Science Fair. However, a research
report is not an acceptable project at the Alaska Science and Engineering Fair. Participants who want
to take their project to the state level should choose a different type of project.
The Scientific Method:
1. Pose a question. (Purpose) Is it testable?
2. Develop a hypothesis. Base it on your observations. Write it as an ¡°if....then¡± statement.
3. Design and carry out an experiment. (Procedure) Purpose - to test hypothesis. Gather and record
data.
4. Interpret data. (Results) Graph and/or create a table. Look for patterns in data.
5. Draw conclusions. Was the hypothesis supported by evidence? Is there a need for further
experimentation?
6. Look over your experiment. Is there anything that could be done better or should have been done
that wasn¡¯t?
7. Prepare a presentation of your project
Materials Considerations:
? What will you need?
? Where will you get the materials?
? How much do you think they will cost?
? Do you have anything at home you could use?
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Science Fair Project Requirements
I. Display Board
The display is a visible account of your work. The display should include the following:
1. Name, grade, and teacher (on the back)
2. Title
3. Topic/Question (also called ¡°purpose¡±)
4. Hypothesis
5. Materials List
6. Procedure
7. Results (data and/or observations)
8. Conclusions
9. References and Acknowledgements
In designing and constructing your exhibit, please consider the following:
? Exhibit should be under 30¡± x 48¡± x 108¡± (depth, height, width).
? Exhibit should be freestanding.
? Use drawings, charts, photographs, or graphs.
? Report or data notebook may sit in front of the backboard.
II. Interview / Presentation (this will be age appropriate)
a. Shows enthusiasm and interest
b. Gives a thorough explanation of project
c. Demonstrates understanding of project and results
d. Shows what was learned by doing the project
Displays may NOT contain the following:
? Live animals, live plants or dried plants;
? Food materials;
? Soil, solutions, chemicals, household products or water, dry ice or other sublimating
solids. (Display of clean, empty containers is acceptable);
? Drugs or drug look-alikes;
? Microorganisms, algae, mold, bacteria, or protozoans;
? Preserved animal parts. (Teeth, fingernails, feathers, hair and bones may be OK if
preserved and sealed in plastic);
? Exposed electrical apparatus or open batteries; wiring must be insulated;
? Flammable gases or open flames;
? Unshielded fans, light bulbs, belts, pulleys, chains or moving parts with tension or pinch
points;
? Sharp items such as needles, scissors, or glass tubing, syringes, pipettes;
? Glass;
? Items containing latex.
Please Note: If your experiment includes any of the above mentioned items, please consider
including drawings or photographs of experimental procedures and results.
If you have questions or concerns, please contact Ms. Willis.
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Ideas and Resources for Science Fair Projects
Sample Topic Ideas
Air pressure
Black light
Bones
Breathing
Breeds of some animals
Bridges
Bubbles
Color wheel
Crystals
Digestion
Falling water
Five senses
Flowers of Alaska
Lenses
Light refraction
Methods of measuring
Migration of birds
Motion
Microscopes: how they work
Optical illusions
Paper
Pulleys and levers
Shadows
Sea shells
Seed germination
Soap
Trees of Alaska
Examples of Questions
Local Resources
How do the moon phases affect plant germination?
What materials can be charged by using static electricity?
Do all colors of paper fade at the same rate?
Do different types of soil hold different amounts of water?
What keeps things colder - plastic wrap or aluminum foil?
At what temperature does condensation start?
public libraries
utility companies
hospitals & laboratories
AK Dept. of Fish&Game
U.S. Fish and Wildlife
U.S. Coast Guard-AK
Do bigger wheels roll faster?
Can dogs smell things humans can¡¯t?
How do engines work?
How do you build a rocket?
What different kinds of rocks are there?
What material will melt ice the fastest?
What factors affect how high a tennis ball will bounce?
AK Ctr for Environment
Chugach State Park
Ntl Oceanographic Ctr
Poison Control Center
Internet Resources
This site offers guidance to your student in selecting a
topic and posing a question for experimentation.
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Parental Involvement
Elementary school children will need help, especially if it is their first project.
The main guideline to remember is that this is your child¡¯s project and the results
should be their effort as much as possible.
Some ideas for parent help with projects are:
? Brainstorming - Help your child figure out what they are interested in. Read
category descriptions with them. What category does their idea fit into?
(Experiment, Model, Research Report, or Collection). Questions can help them
shape their idea into a specific science problem. Learning HOW to think is as
important as what to think.
? Stay on Track - Discuss the steps it will take to complete their project. Help
them make a timeline, or follow the suggested timeline in this packet. Encourage
them to keep on course.
? Quality Control - Be a GENTLE CRITIC. Phrase your comments as questions
to encourage them to find answers or fix mistakes.
? Technical Assistance - Children think big!! They will need help in setting up
interviews, using tools or equipment, locating resources, and finding information.
Googling ¡°Science Fair¡± is a great place to start to see lots of pictures and get
ideas from others.
? Organization - Use the category guidelines and organizational tools in this
packet to help keep the project heading in the right direction. Help your child with
editing and spelling (this does not count against them, however) and allow them
plenty of time for the writing ( or typing) portions of the project.
? Encouragement - You are your child¡¯s best cheerleader! Please make sure
your child knows you are proud of their effort to learn and you believe in their
ability to succeed.
HAVE FUN!
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