I need ideas for a 3rd grade Science Project?

Question

We are having a hard time trying to figure out what Science project to do. If you have any ideas, please help us!!!

Answer 1

FLUBBER!!
Not only did my 9 year old love it, but her 14 year old sister is STILL playing with it.
Here are a couple of web sites:

http://www.omsi.edu/visit/playground/activities.cfm (*recomended)

http://www.makingfriends.com/r_flubber.htm

Flubber won 2nd at out Science Fair last year.
good luck!

Answer 2

There are some easy classics. I would actually advice you to avoid these because you see them at every science fair. Some teachers actually ban them.

1. Homemade volcano. Not much science, just a prop that expels goo or has a chemical reaction of some sort.

2. Growing crystals. Interesting but most kids don't back it up with the science.

3. Growing plants in the dark vs. Growing plants in light. Far too easy an experiment.


At 3rd grade, you are kind of limited. Kids are really getting into more science these days so they are capable of a lot more, but you can't go overboard. Avoid particle physics this year.

Building a telegraph was a fun one. Pretty simple project really. Create an electro-magnet that will cause an arm to click down and connect that with a switch. Lots of companies sell kits for these but you can make one with some everyday stuff. The hard part is getting a good wire for the job. It needs to be insulated or else it will short the system out. If it is insulated too much, it will limit the strength of the magnet. Do a bit of research and see if you can find some plans online. Don't forget about libraries. Check out a book of science experiments.

Also, check the science book the kid is using. There are usually activities in there and the teacher does not use them all. Sometimes there are some pretty good experiments to be found there.

Answer 3

Third Grade Science Projects

Answer 4

3rd Grade Science Projects

Answer 5

I am an elementary school science teacher, and I have some ideas...

A "Rock Concert" starring the three types of rocks: igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary. You could have a litttle stage, and play some AC/DC or Metallica!

A simple machine (find examples on the internet)

A demonstration of air power by making a couple of different sailboats and seeing which one wins in a race (using a shallow pan with about 1 inch of water and a fan to create wind)

A worm compost viewer

Biome in a baggie (you should be able to find this project on the web). You cut off the bottom of a 2-liter pop bottle (about 4 inches from the bottom), pu in a handful of peppbles, add some potting soil almost to the top. Then, you use your finger to make a little trench in the middle, and you add some grass seeds. Cover the seeds with soil, and wtare them until a little water soaks into the pebbles. Put the whole thing in a gallon-size Ziplock freezer bag and seal it up (be sure to leave air in the baggie!) No need to water it or open it, since the water you put in there "recycles" itself through evaporation, condensation, precipitation. Keep the experiement near some sunlight!

Good luck!

Answer 6

I remember my daughter need to do some projects in Science 3rd grade also.
She choose Pluto. Got picture and write what she find about this planet. If you have some Science book, just look over it. Also you can get some ideas by the "Ya hooligans". It's easy and so many interesting subject is under Science. You can also make some volcano. Have fun....

Answer 7

Here's an easy one I used as a kid. Take some gravel rocks and weigh them. Use enough to cover the bottom of a milk jug. Then fill the jug with water. Shake the jug everyday for 5 minutes. At the end of a month, pour the water out using a small filer and weigh the rocks. They should weigh less. This helps to demonstrate erosion caused by the water.

It's not great, but it works for a project.

Also go to the library and find a book on children's projects.

One last thing is to build a volcano. Then use vinegar and baking soda (combine them) to make it explode.

Answer 8

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I need ideas for a 3rd grade Science Project?
We are having a hard time trying to figure out what Science project to do. If you have any ideas, please help us!!!

Answer 9

Well, when I was younger my science project partner and I did the bottle, baking soda, and balloon project. That seems to get the judges all them time. . .I don't know why. If you think it is a little boring, I would suggest looking in books for other projects that are more interesting and exciting. I am sure you will find one that you like!

Answer 10

I love this idea from familyfun.com-it tells how to make your own version of a "lava lamp" at home and teaches kids about density and matter-here's the site with instructions:

http://familyfun.go.com/arts-and-crafts/buildmodel/feature/famf49psychsci/famf49psychsci.html

Other cool ideas: "What's In That!?" examining and learning the ingredients and prep technique in a meal from the school's cafeteria or do a "Dogfood Taste Test" with the family pet (if you have a dog, use 2 different types of dog food and find which your pet prefers)