Science Experiments Presentations
Are you ready for some science experiment
FUN? We are going to share science experiments
twice a week beginning Thursday, January 29, 2015.
We will have one experiment every Wednesday and
Friday, and YOU will be the scientists! You will be
responsible for presenting one science experiment on
one of the dates listed on the next page.
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The experiment must:
 Be approved by me (for safety and appropriateness)
Include a copy of the experiment with materials and directions
Questions and Answers:
What topic should my experiment be about? Your experiment topic
can be anything science-related, safe, and exciting for you and
your classmates. It is meant to be a presentation of a SHORT
experiment. However, if you would like to create a longer
experiment at home, more like a science fair project, bring your
explanation to Miss Tims for approval.
Can I change my topic after getting it approved? YES! Just bring
Miss Tims a new explanation for your new topic idea.
How long should my presentation be? You will have a maximum of
30 minutes to present. You do not have to take the entire 30
minutes.
Do I need enough supplies for all students to do the experiment?
No, you are only required to present the experiment. However, you
are welcome to bring enough for everyone to do it if you would like.
Do I have to buy the supplies for the experiment? I will provide
dishes, measuring supplies, and other tool supplies for presenting.
Additional items (ex: food, liquids, etc.) must be provided. However,
there are TONS of experiments that cost little to no money at all (see
experiment resources).
What if I am absent the day of my experiment? We will reschedule
your experiment for another day within a week of your scheduled
day.
How will I be graded on my experiment? You will receive a grade
for presenting your experiment and bringing a written or typed copy
of the materials and directions.
Please fill out the attached sheet for the days you prefer and
experiment topic, and have your parents/guardians sign the
sheet. Return it by this Friday, January 9.
Science Experiments Presentations
Helpful websites to find experiments for kids:
http://www.sciencekids.co.nz/projects.html
http://www.hometrainingtools.com/a/science-projects
http://www.sciencebob.com/experiments/
http://pbskids.org/zoom/activities/sci/
http://www.schoolofdragons.com/how-to-train-your-dragon/science-experiments
Example of required experiment presentation components:
All of your supplies beyond the following basic tools: measuring tools, dishes/containers,
and utensils (spoons, forks, plastic knives, large wooden spoon)
MATERIALS
A roll or box of Mentos mints
 2-liter bottle of diet soda (diet or regular soda will work, but diet soda is not as sticky)
 Piece of paper
EXPERIMENT
1. This activity is probably best done outside in the middle of an abandoned field, or better yet, on a
huge lawn.
2. Carefully open the bottle of soda. Position the bottle on the ground so that it will not tip over.
3. Unwrap the whole roll of Mentos. The goal is to drop all of the Mentos into the bottle of soda at the
same time (which is trickier than it looks). One method for doing this is to roll a piece of paper into a
tube just big enough to hold the loose Mentos. You'll want to be able to position the tube directly over
the mouth of the bottle so that all of the candies drop into the bottle at the same time.
4. Don't drop them into the bottle just yet! Warn the spectators to stand back. Okay, you're going to
drop all of the Mentos into the bottle at the same time and then get truckin' (move out of the way... so
long... bye- bye... hasta la vista!)
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A written explanation of your materials used and the directions for your experiment
Science Experiments Presentations
This form is due this Friday, January 9!
Name: _______________
Parent Signature: _____________________
Circle your top THREE choices for dates to present:
Thursday, January 29
Friday, January 30
Thursday, February 5
Friday, February 6
Thursday, February 12
Friday, February 13
Thursday, February 19
Friday, February 20
Thursday, February 26
Friday, February 27
Thursday, March 5
Friday, March 6
Thursday, March 12
Friday, March 13
Thursday, March 19
Friday, March 20
Thursday, March 26
Friday, March 27
Thursday, March 2
What experiment would you like to present? Remember, you can always
change your topic before your presentation with approval from me.
(Short explanation)_____________________________________________
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