2013 Science Showcase At Epps Island Elementary

Projects Choices 1.Scientific Experiment 2.Model 3.Invention

Scientific Experiment THE SCIENTIFIC PROCESS

Scientific Experiment Guidelines – Part 1 1.IDEA – Independently identified a QUESTION which was interesting to the student & which could be investigated. 2.EXPERIMENTAL HYPOTHESIS – Hypothesized relationship between the variables and the predicted results is clear and reasonable based on what has been studied. 3.DESCRIPTION OF PROCEDURE – Procedures were outlined in a step-by-step fashion that could be followed by anyone without additional explanations.

Scientific Experiment Guidelines – Part 2 4.DATA COLLECTION – Data was collected several times. It was summarized independently, in a way that clearly describes what was discovered. 5.CONCLUSION / SUMMARY – Student provided a detailed conclusion clearly based on the data and related to previous research findings and the hypothesis statements. 6.DISPLAY – Each element in the display had a function and clearly served to illustrate some aspect of the experiment. All items, graphs etc. were neatly and correctly labeled.

Scientific Experiment Presentation

MODEL 3D Model Conceptual or To Scale

MODEL – Guidelines Part 1 1.DIAGRAM - Model includes a carefully drawn diagram. The diagram is labeled and can be used to better understand the model. 2.RESEARCH - Model includes a bibliography citing at least two research references used in planning the model. 3.SCIENCE CONCEPTS - Model clearly represents scientific concepts and is scientifically correct, having connections to real world applications.

MODEL – Guidelines Part 2 4.CONSTRUCTION - The model is carefully constructed. Well chosen materials are listed on presentation board and showcase the student's creativity. 5.PRESENTATION - Speaks clearly, makes eye contact, anticipates questions and takes ownership of the model. 6.DISPLAY - Presentation board is neat, accurate, easy to follow, and shows creativity.

MODEL – Presentation

I n v e n t i o n

Creating an Invention 1. Get an Idea 2. Make a Plan 3. Build Invention 4. Test Invention 5. Finalize Invention These steps can help in the creation of an invention.

Tri-Fold Display Title/Name of Invention Invention Drawing or Photo List of Materials Problem or Want Solution/ Idea How Invention Works or Directions How to Operate Bibliography On the table top, display your invention and Inventor’s Log.

Working Prototype

Conceptual Model

Family Science Night The Experiments, Models & Inventions will be displayed in the Gym on Thursday, May 23 rd, Participants will have the opportunity to present their projects and answer any questions during the school day. Friends & Family can come that evening to Family Science Night to view all the projects & talk with our young scientists.