Did you know that science is all around us? Everyday occurrences and mysteries can be explained by science!

Did you ever wonder...

Why do we see a rainbow after a rainstorm? How do batteries work? Why do some objects sink and others float? Why are certain things attracted to a magnet and others are not?

These are just a few mysteries that can be explored by participating in the Post Road School

3rd, 4th & 5th Grade 2014 Science Fair* on March 12!
Registration form and more information inside.
* Sponsored by the Post Road School PTA

Be a part of the

Sabas que la ciencia est en todas partes? La orden del da y los misterios pueden ser explicados por la ciencia! Te has preguntado alguna vez...
Por qu vemos un arco iris despus de una tormenta? Cmo funcionan las pilas? Por qu se hunden algunos objetos y flotan los dems? Por qu son atradas por un imn ciertas cosas y otras no?

Estos son slo algunos misterios que se pueden explorar si participas en la

Sea parte de la feria de ciencias de los 3o, 4o y 5o grados de 2014* el 12 de marzo!

Formulario de ingreso y ms informacin en este paquete.
* Patrocinada por la PTA de la escuela Post Road

Contents and Schedule / Contenido y Programa

Steps to Prepare a Science Fair Project / Pasos para Preparar un Proyecto de Ciencias..................................................................................................................................................... 1 Topic Ideas / Ideas para el Proyecto .............................................................................................3 How Parents Can Help with Science Fair Projects / Como los padres pueden ayudar con el proyecto de la feria de ciencias...........................................................................................5 Student Entry Form / Formulario de Ingreso del Estudiante ............................................... 7
Contact the Science Fair Committee with any questions Comunquese con el comit de la feria de ciencias con cualquier pregunta. Dr. Joshua Brumberg Ms. Rachel Kaminer Mr. Steve Plaza Ms. Heide Schroeder Ms. Julia Plaza 831-9022

Date To Be Announced

Event Student Research Session #1 at the White Plains Public Library Entry Form Due

Jan. 31

To Be Announced

Student Research Session #2 at the White Plains Public Library Set-up, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Science Fair (evening), 7-8 p.m.

March 11 March 12

Evento ser Sesin de anunciada Investigacin de los Estudiantes en la biblioteca pblica de White Plains 31 de enero Fecha Lmite del Formulario de Ingreso ser Sesin de anunciada Investigacin de los Estudiantes en la biblioteca pblica de White Plains 11 de marzo Organizarlo, 5:306:30 p.m. 12 de Feria de Ciencias marzo (noche), 7-8 p.m.

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The Scientific Method

1 Decide on a research question.
Base your question on something you observed. Make sure your question can be tested and measured. For example: which type of battery lasts the longest?

2 Conduct research.
Learn more about your topic. Conduct research at the library or on the internet, interview scientists, or speak with experts at museums, zoos, hospitals, and so on.

I think

3 Develop your hypothesis.

Based on your research, predict a possible answer to your question. Remember: Its okay if your hypothesis turns out to be wrong. A hypothesis is simply an educated guess.

4 Make a plan.
Design an experiment to help answer your question. Write a detailed procedure, or a step-by-step plan. Identify the variables (things that change) and constants (things that stay the same).

5 Conduct your experiment.

Gather your materials and get ready to do the experiment. For reliable results, repeat the experiment several times.

6 Collect and record data.

Record your experiment results. Organize your data in a table or chart. To make sense of your findings, you might need to create some kind of graph.

7 Draw conclusions.
Analyze your data and results. Compare them with your hypothesis: Was your hypothesis correct? Explain your project, results, and conclusions. I learned

STEPS TO PREPARE A SCIENCE FAIR PROJECT 1. Select a Topic: What do you wonder about? If you dont know where to start, see the attached list for topics that may be of interest to you. These are intended as IDEAS to help get you thinking, NOT to limit your choices! THE SKY IS THE LIMIT! Be imaginative. This needs to be something that interests YOU so that you have fun! 2. Research: Gather information about your topic from a variety of sources including books, websites, magazines and your own experiences. Consider talking to experts and professionals such as teachers, scientists, engineers, doctors, nurses, librarians, and others who may be able to share information or guide you in finding information. Do you need to perform an experiment to find the answer to your question or to demonstrate what you learned from your research? Or, can your question be answered through research? Think creatively! The Science Fair Committee will hold 2 research help sessions at the White Plains Public Library. Watch for the flyer that will give you more information (time and dates). 3. Prepare Display Board and Presentation: Once you have researched your topic or conducted your experiment, think about what you learned or what conclusions you came to as a result of your research or experiment. Create a presentation board that explains your project so that people understand what you learned. If you conducted an experiment as part of your project, describe step by step what you did in your experiment. For example: If you researched the effect of sugar water on plants and decided to do an experiment where you fed one plant regular water and another plant sugar water: Please include a chart or a graph indicating how much of each type of water you fed each plant over what period of time. Graph your results. Include sketches or photographs of the results over the course of the experiment. Bring in the plants as part of your final presentation. Present your information on a display board in a neat, well thought out presentation so you can share what you learned with other students. Whatever topic you choose, think of an interesting way to present the information that you learned. If your topic involves a demonstration, bring in whatever ingredients you need
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to demonstrate at least 50 times. You will have half of a table to set up your display board and any props or examples that you may want to use as part of your presentation. See the following sketch of a sample presentation. This is intended as a guide to help get you thinking of how you would like to design your presentation board.

A NOTE ABOUT SAFETY: Anything that is or could be hazardous or dangerous to other students is prohibited and cannot be displayed. Models or photographs may be used instead. The use of live animals is prohibited. Also, if you need to use any of the following, please let the Science Fair Committee know as soon as possible: liquids/chemicals OTHER than water electrical items, electrical outlet You are responsible for keeping your display area SAFE, CLEAN and DRY! 4. Oral Presentation: Be prepared to explain in 1-2 minutes what your topic was and what you learned. Include the most important points about what you learned.

Topic Ideas
Do plants grow better in sand or clay? Do plants tend to grow towards sunlight? Does a flower seed grow better using plain water or using water with sugar in it? What causes leaves to fall off the trees? How does the growth of a plant provided with full sunlight, a plant provided with a very small amount of sunlight and a plant kept in the dark compare to each other? What is the effect of sunlight on leaf color? Learn about how plants are used in various medicines. Why do we look the way we do (hair color, eye color, etc.)? What is the relationship between taste and smell? Do people have a dominant hand, eye, foot, and ear (is there a dominant side of the brain)? How do you communicate with sign language or braille? Is chocolate good or bad for your health? Does perfume smell the same on different people? What objects are attracted to a magnet? How do electric game boards work? How do bulbs light up using batteries? How can a person make a magnet? Is it possible to see and measure a magnetic field? What is static electricity and how many ways can we see it at work? What is the effect of magnets on recorded items such as videos, audiotapes and CDs? How does a compass work? Examine conductors of electricity using 10 objects. Rate the good and poor electrical conductors. How does an electric circuit work? What objects sink or float in water? Why? How much salt must be added to a glass of water for an egg to float? Which U.S. coin has the greatest volume? (separately place coins into a graduated cylinder of waterdetermine the coin volume by water displacement). In what brand of shampoo will marbles move the slowest? What is the difference in the weight of an object in and out of the water? How do insects walk on water? What is the best way to protect delicate cargo? (example design an egg drop). Are some car designs faster than others? (example design a car race). Do some building shapes stand up during an earthquake more effectively than others? (example - use Legos as building blocks). What is the best shape for a kite, and what is the effect of adding a tail to the kite? How do Monarch butterflies glide in flight? (demonstrate with a paper butterfly). Construct models of some common molecules. Make an analysis of paper airplane size and the affect on flight time. Explain the physics of skateboarding. Explain the physics of a curveball. How do pulleys work?

What effect does caffeine have on a persons typing speed? What is the effect of salt vs. sand on ice? How does sugar affect the formation of ice crystals? How can you demonstrate chemical changes (e.g., using a Polident tab in water)? How does the concentration of the reactants affect the speed of a chemical reaction? How can you make your own markers? How does the surface youre running on affect your speed? How does the shape of a parachute affect how long it will stay in the air? How does the height from which you drop a ball affect how high it bounces? How does friction affect sliding on ice? Test different materials. Do paperclips affect the distance a paper airplane flies? Does a small ball roll a greater distance than a larger ball if you apply the same force? How far can a water balloon be rolled before it bursts? Do fully inflated basketballs bounce higher than flatter ones? Which household cleaner kills bacteria best? How long does it take for a cut apple to oxidize in air? Does Vitamin C inhibit oxidation (using fruit)? How long does it take for a container of milk to sour? Can you make crystals out of sugar and water? How does the color of the roof affect the temperature inside a house? How do you make and use a sun dial? How can you make photos using sunlight? Why do we see a rainbow after a rainstorm? Can you make a rainbow with a mirror and flashlight? Can you demonstrate a sunset with milk and water? Can you make a thermometer using a straw and food coloring? Can solar energy be used to cook food? Can you solve a mystery with fingerprints? Do all witnesses remember the same details at the crime scene? What does a persons handwriting say about him/her? Does temperature have an effect on fingerprints? volcanoes tsunamis earthquakes dinosaurs whales sharks Why does the moon appear larger at some times? Why do we have seasons? What makes stars twinkle?

Remember, your topic does not have to appear on this list. These are just some ideas to spark your creativity. Ask a question about something that interests YOU!

How Parents Can Help with Science Fair Projects

Parents can help by providing support, but without actually doing the work. What can parents do? 1. Get Information: Ask your child about the project and the steps needed to complete it. 2. Provide a Space: Find a safe place for your child to work and to store the project. 3. Plan: Help your child make a plan to complete the necessary steps on time. 4. Gather Supplies: Have your child make a list of the tools and supplies needed for the project, then help locate those items around the house (or go shopping, if necessary). 5. Pack and Carry: When the project is complete, help your child pack it carefully and bring it to school. 6. Volunteer!

Como los padres pueden ayudar con el proyecto de la feria de ciencias

Los padres pueden ayudar sus nos, pero sin hacer el trabajo. Qu pueden hacer los padres? 1. Obtener informacin: Pregntele a su nio sobre el proyecto y los pasos necesarios para hacerlo. 2. Proporcione un espacio: Busque un lugar seguro para que su nio trabaje y guarde el proyecto. 3. Planifique: Ayude a su nio a hacer un plan para completar los pasos necesarios a tiempo. 4. Obtenga las herramientas necesarias: Haga que su nio haga una lista de las herramientas y tiles necesarios para el proyecto, luego aydelos a localizar esas cosas alrededor de la casa (o yendo a comprar, si es necesario). 5. Empaque y Trigalo: Cuando el proyecto est terminado, ayude a su nio a empacarlo cuidadosamente y traerlo a la escuela. 6. Ofrzcase como voluntario!
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Post Road School PTA SCIENCE FAIR ENTRY FORM

DUE: Friday, January 31, 2014
STUDENT NAME PHONE # AND/OR E-MAIL (MANDATORY) PARTNER (Optional) TEACHER TEACHER ___

PHONE NUMBER AND/OR E-MAIL

PROJECT IDEA OR GENERAL TOPIC

Does your project involve liquids or chemicals? Does your project need an electrical outlet?

Yes Yes

No No

Parent Permission The Science Fair will be held during the morning of and then later during the evening of Wednesday, March 12, 2014. Participation in the Science Fair is optional and open to all Post Road School students in the 3rd, 4th and 5th grades. Students will remain with their projects so they can present and answer any questions that viewers might ask them regarding their projects. Please mark the date on your calendars and sign below to give your permission for your child to participate in the science fair on Wednesday, March 12, 2014. If two students plan to work together, both students' parents (or guardians) must sign. Photographs of the Science Fair participants and projects might be posted on the Post Road School PTA website and submitted to the PTA Newsletter and the Journal News (White Plains Express) for all to see what a great job our students do with their projects. Please sign below to give your permission for use of your child's photo. The Science Fair Committee will provide a display board for each project FREE OF CHARGE. We will contact you when the board is ready to be picked up. ________________________ Student Name Partner (if any): ________________________ Student Name _________________________ Parent Signature ____________ Date
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_________________________ Parent Signature

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Feria de Ciencias de la PTA de Post Road FORMULARIO DE INGRESO

FECHA LIMITE: viernes, 31 de enero de 2014
NOMBRE DEL ESTUDIANTE # DE TELEFONO O CORREO ELECTRONICO COMPAERO (Opcional) # DE TELEFONO O CORREO ELECTRONICO IDEA PARA EL PROYECTO O TEMA GENERAL Si Si No No PROFESOR PROFESOR

Su proyecto incluye lquidos o productos qumicos? Su proyecto necesita un enchufe elctrico?

Permiso de los Padres La Feria de Ciencias ser realizada durante la maana y luego durante la noche del mircoles, 12 de marzo de 2014. La participacin en la Feria de Ciencias es opcional para todos los estudiantes de Post Road en los grados 3, 4 y 5. Los estudiantes permanecern con sus proyectos durante la feria para que ellos puedan estar presentes y responder a preguntas con relacin a sus proyectos. Por favor marquen la fecha en sus calendarios y firmen abajo para dar permiso a su hijo/hija a participar en la feria de ciencias el mircoles, 12 de marzo de 2014. Si dos estudiantes planean trabajar juntos, los padres (o los guardas) de ambos estudiantes deben firmar. Las fotos de los participantes en la Feria de Ciencias y proyectos posiblemente sern publicados en la pgina web de la PTA de Post Road y entregadas para el Boletn del PTA y para el Journal News (White Plains Express) para que todos vean el excelente trabajo que hicieron nuestros estudiantes con sus proyectos. Por favor firme a continuacin autorizando el uso de la foto de su nio. El Comit de la Feria de Ciencias proporcionar un lugar para exposicin a cada proyecto GRATIS. Nos pondremos en contacto con Ud. cuando se pueden recoger las tablillas.

________________________ Nombre del Estudiante

COMPAERO (si cualquiera):

_________________________ Firma del Padre

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