Science Fair Project Help

Ideas and Tips for Winning Projects

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Anne Marie Helmenstine, Ph.D.
Anne Marie Helmenstine, Ph.D.
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  • Ph.D., Biomedical Sciences, University of Tennessee at Knoxville
  • B.A., Physics and Mathematics, Hastings College
Dr. Helmenstine holds a Ph.D. in biomedical sciences and is a science writer, educator, and consultant. She has taught science courses at the high school, college, and graduate levels.
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Updated on July 03, 2019

Science fair projects are a great way to learn about the scientific method, experimentation, and science concepts. However, it can be difficult to know where to start when you need a project idea. Sometimes you already have a great idea but have problems with the project or questions about the report, judging, display, or presentation. Here are some resources to give you the help you need.

Find a Project Idea

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Project Ideas by Grade Level

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Getting Started with your Project

What Is a Science Fair Project?
Doing Your Science Fair Project
Science Project Safety and Ethics Guidelines

Sample Experiments

Acid Rain Project
Body Temperature Experiment
Bubble Life & Temperature
Caffeine and Typing Speed
Carbon Monoxide Experiment
Earthquake Projects
Effects of Acids & Bases on Apple Browning
Head Lice Projects
Make Liquid Magnets
Snow Projects

Presentations & Displays

Sample Science Fair Poster
How to Do a Bibliography for a Science Fair Project
Making a Science Fair Project Display
Writing a Science Project Report

More Help

Why Do a Science Fair Project?
The Five Types of Science Projects
The Scientific Method

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