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THINK Like an Inventor
Young Inventor’s Fair
Choosing a Topic
• Brainstorm a list of ideas • Choose a topic that is interesting to you• Think about an invention that already exists and how you could make it better or a part of it you could improve
Questions to help me choose a topic?
What are my interests? What would I like to learn
about? Do I have a question about
something? Where can I look for topics?
Science Fair books Internet Teacher
Does my project meet the requirements?
Research Your Problem
Use GUIDING Questions to Help with Your Research
Use Scientific Process to TEST the Invention/Innovation
Stating My Problem or Need
After choosing a topic, what do you want to find out or develop
Examples:– How can I change the wheels on
my skateboard to help create a smoother ride?
– People spend too much money on different types of shoes. How can I create a shoe to solve this problem?
Stating My Hypothesis
This needs to be written in an if….then…statement
Examples:– If a skateboard with wheels that absorbed
vibrations was created, then the ride will be smoother
– If a 4 sport shoe was created, then people would not have to spend the money on multiple pairs.
Testing Procedure
Step by step directions
1. Gather all materials2. Set up materials to test3. Test at least 5 or more
times4. Record your data on a
table5. Graph results.
Stay Focused
Collecting Data
• As you test your invention or a part of your invention, be sure to collect data using a chart or table in your log or plan book
Graph Results
Types of Graphs:Types of Graphs:
Bar- Compares different Bar- Compares different thingsthings
Line- Shows progress over Line- Shows progress over timetime
Circle- Parts of a WholeCircle- Parts of a Whole
Make sure title and subtitles Make sure title and subtitles are labeled.are labeled.
Shape of Blade#
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Variables
Independent- ONE thing you change in test.
Ex. Shape of bladeDependent- How you measured?
Ex. Amount of revolutions
Constants- EVERYTHING you kept the same! Ex. Fan, cardstock, materials
Abstract and Conclusion This is a summary of your
experiment. What did you learn from the
experiment?
Did you prove your hypothesis? Why-why not?
What problems did you have?
How is it applicable to real life?
What can the results be used for?
How can I use the knowledge I have gained from the experiment?
What would you do differently next time?
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