One thing a new science teacher will be searching for is some one day science fair projects that the kids can easily use in class. After the first month of school, the new teacher soon understands that they are spending every minute of their spare time creating hands on experiments and activities to make science fun to help supplements their curriculum. Having some ready to use science experiments, written by experienced teachers that can be downloaded immediately for use would be more than helpful. The trick is to find great science projects that are innovative and motivating for your students, that also follow the accepted scientific method commonly expected when conducting a science experiment.

Free or Buy?

One question that comes up when searching online for one day science fair projects is advantages and disadvantages of using free sites or purchasing materials. There are great materials found for free. Usually you will have to try quite a few different places and weed through them to separate out creative and ones from the so-so. In addition the free sites do not always follow the standard scientific procedures teachers are required to use. Materials you buy will provide a complete package that can be stored all in one spot, your computer. Read the rest of this entry »