Through controlled methods, science uses observable physical evidence of natural phenomena to collect data, and analyzes this information to explain what and how things work. I like science so i have at least 15 books on science. The experiments in the books are great starting points, but to make an awesome science fair project you need to identify a variable. Science with young kids is a great way to let them be hands on while learning. Heres list of great science experiments with instructions that you can do right at home or at school. Activities and online resources for homebound kids. Depending on which experiment you choose as the basis for your project, you should have plenty of options. An atom is made of a nucleus and one or many electrons. This weather activity combines a popular book and a classic experiment to introduce kids to tornadoes.
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