Science research

If you are frustrated and searching for a science project for your kids that is easy, simple and he or she can do by themselves then consider these:

Test various microwave popcorn brands using the same cooking time to determine which one leaves the fewest kernels. Get a carpet square from a dollar store and put stain spots on it to test which cleaner worked the best. Do the same as above but use one carpet square with the same stain like ketchup and see which cleaner removes it the best. Using a carpet square put stain in different spots on the square and test which cleaner works the fastest. Test different brands of soda to see which one has the most carbonation by watching the amount of bubbles. Buy different fruit and leave them out on a counter to see which one ripens the fastest. Buy the same type of fruit and use a banana and see which one ripens the fastest by placing one on a counter, one in a warm place, one in a paper bag, one in a plastic sealed bag and one in the refrigerator.

These above ideas are great simple projects you can do in a pinch. They require minimal work and your child can usually do the work themselves. Let them be in charge but make him or her be responsible for the project. A teacher will like to see the child work on the science project not the parent. They can usually tell if the parent was greatly involved by how much involvement the project required.

Enjoy helping your child when needed. This is great bonding time and you will always remember doing the science project with your kid.

By: Lesa Bolt

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