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I. Mixed Methods’ Research Examined
II. 3-D Periodic Table
III. From NASA
IV. From NSTA
V. Science Fair Book of the Month
NEW look at the newest published book about science fair projects
VI. Free 30 Download to Make Your Science Fair Project's Tables, Charts
and Graphs. Free 30 Day Download of Educational Materials for Teachers
VII. Science Fair Projects Kits
VIII. Science Fair Success
IX. Science Fair Supplies
X. How to Find an Intriguing Science Fair Project
I. Mixed Methods’ Research Examined By Debra Viadero
Ed Week. January 26, 2005
If Northwestern University researcher Greg J. Duncan and his colleagues hadn’t used more than one research method to study an anti-poverty experiment in Milwaukee, they would never have known about the gangs and the sneakers.
That’s because the study’s quantitative results couldn’t explain a puzzling disparity that turned up between the boys and the girls they studied. The boys whose families took part in the program did better in school than boys whose families didn’t. Girls fared about the same whether or not their families were enrolled in the experimental program, which provided a temporary safety net of wage supplements, insurance benefits, and child-care subsidies for working-poor families.
Read why ... there is there is unprecedented interest now in
the methodological
quality of studies in education.
http://www.edweek.org
II.
3D Periodic Table
What is unique about his Periodic table? It is in 3D and is contiguous and continuous.
It removes all disturbing discontinuities and displacements in the order of the elements.
The 3D periodic table is available worldwide. It is shipped internationally for
the same flat
low price as he does in the U.S.- $3.95. That means you can order multiple things and the shipping price stays the same.
Amazing wouldn't you say!
II. From NASA
Free Posters from NASA
(Scroll down 2/3 of the page).
Explore the facets of the Earth Observing System (EOS) project with these informative, eye-catching posters.
III. From NSTA
Innovations in Science and Math Education: Chicago Math & Science Initiative
Every few weeks in NSTA Express features a promising new (or not so new) idea, strategy, and/or
innovative program in science and math education that they think merits the attention of almost 200,000 NSTA Express readers.
They are interested in your response to the article:
jodi_p@nsta.org.
This week learn more about how an urban school district is working with teachers, parents, and key decision makers
to strengthen their mathematics and science programs. Visit Chicago Math & Science Initiative at
http://cmsi.cps.k12.il.us.
Take Your Students to Saturn
Follow the Cassini-Huygens Mission to Saturn and the recent landing on Titan where scientists report that
“the first look at data from Huygens' descent and landing on Titan shows the Saturnian moon has Earth-like
geophysical processes operating on exotic materials in very alien conditions.” Visit the
NASA website http://www.nasa.gov
for more information, and be sure to check out the special section for kids; it’s full of activities,
stories, and key facts about the NASA mission.
Start an NSTA Student Chapter—a great way to highlight K-12 science teaching as an exciting career choice
V. Science Fair Project Book of the Month
1). NEW Super Science Fair Projects eBooks
The Super Science Fair Projects eBook gives you a Winning Edge with a detailed, step-by-step, easy how-to format.
You can either do your own science fair project, use a kit or dowload a project from the net.
It is the Super Science Fair Projects site information PLUS additional pages and info not found on the web....
all in one location so you don't have to search through the web site... in instantly downloadable eBook form! Now everything
is at your "fingertips" and an index so you can easily find what you are looking for.
There is a Parents Guide so your parents can help to coach you through the process.
This book was written because of all the requests
I received from readers of the Science Fair Enthusiastis newsletter. So... this eBook is the answer to your "Biggest Wish."
Instantly downloadable.
2). (I kept this here from last month because so many of you asked about it)
If are a getting a little desperate about finding a science fair project, don't panic....
Easy, Instantly Downloadable 24-hour Science Experiments is here to save your day!
• Easy, step by step instructions ~ Hypothesis to Conclusion!
• Quick access to research materials.
• Examples of charts and graphs, and you are given access to Excel and Microsoft Works spreadsheets that are
ready for you to plug in your data... your charts are created like magic!
The reviews have been great! 1st through 8th grade.
"I love the 5 easy, 24 hour projects. Interesting, fun, and best of all, quick!"
Susan Young...mother
VII. Science Fair Project Kits
Did you know that you can use Science Fair Kits
for your science fair projects? Many kits have more than one experiment with directions or give you ideas
so you can make up your own.
We have a lot of new biology,
chemistry,
earth science and
physics science kits. Come check them out.
IX. Science Fair Supplies
Science Fair Supplies -- a one stop for everything that you need. We have
conveniently divided the supplies into categories: astronomy, biology, chemistry, earth science and more....
Stop by.....
X. How to Find an Intriguing Science Fair Project
For Elementary Students
For elementary-school children, this may be life's first experience with a long-range project.
In order to keep from feeling overwhelmed, it's important you stick to a topic that's simple and straightforward.
You can smooth the way by asking a parent to help you to brainstorm ideas and making sure that the final choice is
something you genuinely are curious about.
How a tooth decays.
How plants reproduce.
Parts of a hen's egg.
Plants grow toward light.
Ecology of our school grounds.
Fire must have air to burn.
How a doorbell works.
Causes of the seasons.
Using a compass.
Fat is fatal.
For Middle School Students
The possibilities for science projects are everywhere. How about those ads on the radio or TV?
Can a person really taste the difference between one cola and another?
What's the difference between brands of paper towels or mouthwash?
Do cats really prefer one brand of food over another? It's all fertile ground for a science experiment.
Testing and comparing consumer products (colas, mouthwash, paper towels, stain removers).
How traffic signals work.
How paint is affected by temperature changes.
Factors affecting the strength of hair.
The composition of frost and dew.
What factors encourage the growth of roots.
Effects of sunlight on rubber, ink, paper.
Connections between hair and eye color.
Reactions of protozoa to changes in the environment.
Scientific principles behind musical instruments.
For High School Students
Keep your eye out for newspaper tidbits that might lead to intriguing topics.
Who knows--an article about weather conditions might trigger brainstorming about how dryness or
humidity affects different hair types.
A sports article might lead to determining the differences between metal and wooden baseball bats.
Enthusiasm and perseverance have a better chance if your teen is really psyched about a topic.
Effects of cigarette smoke on the growth of plants.
Hydroponics.
The effect of different types of music on plants.
How a compact disk produces sound.
A study and observation of urban wildlife.
What constitutes efficient home insulation.
The mathematics of snowflakes.
Methods of controlling erosion.
Developing a computer video game.
Effects of changing humidity on hair.
The Best to You,
Madeline / alias Detective ThinkMore
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