Science Fair

Nathan decided that he wanted to participate in the Science Fair this year. It is an optional thing, and so I was glad that he was taking on initiative to do something extra.

He had enjoyed when they made potato batteries at cub scouts. So using that for his inspiration, his experiment was testing which kind of foods made the best batteries.

Although I did science projects as a kid and enjoyed them, I was so glad that Ryan was available and anxious to help Nathan with the actual project. Once you say "voltmeter", the rest seems more complicated than I wanted to figure out!

Of course, it just so happened that the science projects were due right in the middle of Take Your Family to School Week. It worked out well so that parents could come view the projects in the gym while visiting during lunch on Wednesday, but it did add "one more thing" to my already busy week!

Although 4th graders are not judged officially because they are not eligible to go on to the district level, I am glad that we took the time to walk through the scientific process with Nathan. His experiment was thorough, and I think his write-up and display board turned out nicely, too!

 There were several types of ribbons handed out -- Nathan earned one for "Scientific Thought"

Hopefully, he has a good understanding now of what to do so that he will create an outstanding project next year that could possibly go on to District!