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Each of the four themed Science Fair units contains a brief introduction followed by 30 experiments related to that area of science. Illustrations are provided. Simple icons indicate and cross-reference experiments that may be used in other units, to allow additional flexibility for larger classes. Reproducibles include: ; Student Planning Sheet ; Observation sheet/Data Table ; Explanation of the scientific method ; Graph, chart, and diagram templates or guidelines ; Science fair tips for students.Grades 4-6Jump into Science provides everything needed to create a themed science fair. Illustrated instructions and checklists for each of the 100 plus experiments are provided, plus ideas for teachers and students to vary experiments for additional scientific discovery. The experiments are written in age-appropriate language so that students can follow and perform them on their own. Each of the four themed units contains a brief introduction followed by 30 experiments related to that area of science. Simple icons (an atom for physical science, a leaf for life science, an earth for earth science, and a circle of arrows for ecology and resources science) indicate and cross-reference experiments that may be used in other units, to allow additional flexibility for larger classes. To structure a science fair, a teacher chooses one of the four themes and assigns one project to each student. Using the reproducible instructions and templates provided, students complete their science projects and prepare their observations and presentations. Grades 4-6.
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Jump into Science: Themed Science Fairs Written and Illustrated by Carol Peterson Teacher Ideas Press Jump into Science Jump into Science Themed Science Fairs Written and Illustrated by Carol Peterson An imprint of Libraries Unlimited Westport, Connecticut • London Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data Peterson, Carol, 1953– Jump into science : themed science fairs / Carol Peterson. p. cm. Includes bibliographical references and index. ISBN-13: 978–1–59158–413–1 (pbk. : alk. paper) 1. Science projects—Juvenile literature. 2. Science—Experiments—Juvenile literature. I. Title. Q182.3.P478 2007 507.8—dc22 2006037830 British Library Cataloguing in Publication Data is available. Copyright © 2007 by Carol Peterson All rights reserved. No part of this book may be reproduced in any form or by any electronic or mechanical means, including information storage and retrieval systems, without permission in writing from the publisher, except by a reviewer, who may quote brief passages in a review. Reproducible pages may be copied for classroom and educational programs only. Library of Congress Catalog Card Number: 2006037830 ISBN: 978–1–59158–413–1 First published in 2007 Libraries Unlimited/Teacher Ideas Press, 88 Post Road West, Westport, CT 06881 A Member of the Greenwood Publishing Group, Inc. www.lu.com Printed in the United States of America The paper used in this book complies with the Permanent Paper Standard issued by the National Information Standards Organization (Z39.48–1984). 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 This book is dedicated to hubby Jim and my great kids, Doug and Nicole, who share this universe with me and make my life a journey of joy and discovery. Contents Introduction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xi EARTH SCIENCE UNIT Magnetism . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Jar and Bar Magnets. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Earth’s Magnetic Field. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .