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Science Lab
Get suggestions for science projects from Science Online.
Chalkboard Math Equation
Put your math skills to work with projects that involve algebra, calculus, and geometry. These subjects can be found in the math section of Science Online.
Whether you are doing a science fair project, writing a paper, creating a diorama, or simply want to learn some facts about your favorite animal, this OCLS presentation will help you through your whole project by guiding you to a variety of excellent resources. Along the way learn some great tips and hints to using our collection.
This InfoPath describes numerous reference books, which have excellent experiments and information for students. A subject guide directs you to the shelf location of the Library that contains books in selected areas of science whether you are looking for biomes (574.526), rockets (621.4356), or anything in between.
The SkillsCenter Resource Library section of Live Homework Help has links to great Web sites, worksheets, fun facts, and more. Before you turn in your project, remember to have someone proofread your work. Live Homework Help offers Proof Point, where a live English tutor will review your documents for you.
One of the challenges that any researcher faces is thinking of all the terms to search for related to her subject. Chatting with a reference staff member can help you get started brainstorming different sources and ways to search for information on your topic.
Explore your selected topic and delve into supporting articles and experiments, a conversion calculator, science dictionary, full-color diagrams, and essays on science in our lives.
If your science fair project requires a written research paper or if you just need help documenting your sources, the Writing a Research Paper Virtual Gallery takes you through the writing process. There are also some great tools for creating bibliographies.
Open your ears and listen. The Naked Scientists are a group of physicians and researchers from Cambridge University who make science fun and easy to understand.
Science DVDs are a wonderful introduction to any topic you are exploring. Titles cover physics, chemistry, magnets, electricity, volcanoes, and many other science topics. Physical Science for Children is an informational series worth checking out.
Get excited about the science fair by reading some lighthearted fiction about experiments gone wrong. Do not let your frog escape like these characters!
If you would like to check out a book of science experiments to browse for ideas for the science fair, the Library has a selection of science project handbooks to choose from. Books are also available about science experiments related to specific subjects.
Gather your materials and investigate what tools you may need to use. IPL walks you through the science fair process step-by-step with a variety of suggested Web sites.
Have you ever wondered why something happens? Let your natural interests guide you to investigating and trying an experiment. Science Buddies' topic selection wizard can suggest projects for you based on when your project is due, your interests, and your grade level in school.
