Archives for April 2018

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Fast Science Projects and the Future

fast science projectsSearching for a fast fourth grade science project might seem like a rote requirement just to get through the school year, but think about it. The amount of science and technology used in our society can be overwhelming. Who would have dreamed of something called “the internet” in the 1970’s? But because of that huge technological leap, countless other innovations were made possible!

So where does the next big invention start? Believe it or not, it starts at your child’s local science fair. Now you may think “What does a fourth grade science project about electricity have to do with the next big innovation,” but without learning the basics of science, it is impossible for the next generation to maintain and add to the super structure of technology.

But don’t worry! Science fair projects might be the first stepping stone of the future, but that doesn’t mean that have to be over your head. Fast science projects are a great way to build a love of science in your child without causing you to pull your hair out! So sit back, relax, and watch your future scientist have fun!

Click here to find a fast and easy science project for you 4th grader!

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Chemistry Science Projects

Chemistry Science Projects. As students head out of elementary to middle and high school, they are expected to do more advanced science projects – like an experiment involving chemical change. We have a couple of chemical change science projects that our boys have done. These are slightly more advanced, yet still have easy to find supplies and are relatively easy to do.

Our most popular project involving chemicals is Vitamin “C”itrus. This experiment determines which fruit has the most vitamin C. A simple indicator is made, and students (and parents) enjoy watching the chemical reaction that occurs along with titration, which is a fancy way of saying “putting in drops”. This project can be modified in several different ways, allowing your student’s creativity to shine. We get letters from many students telling us that Vitamin “C”itrus was submitted to the fair, and was winning science project.

Another great science project involving a chemical change is our project The Yeast Beast. This project is so much fun to watch that our kids did it over and over until we ran out of yeast. Students watch what happens when yeast ‘eats’ sugar. This project is marketed as a demonstration project, but we also offer instructions to do it as an experiment.

Of course, for more great ideas, head to 24 Hour Science Projects. We have all sorts of ideas for your scientist, starting at the most elementary, and working up to the more advanced chemical change science projects.