Students learn how scientists go about designing and performing an experiment. They consider why scientists devote so much time to the planning process before undertaking the actual experiment. They practice the planning steps, using a specific topic.
Designing an Experiment with the Scientific Method
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Designing Experiments Printables Gallery
Take a sneak peek inside our printable book, "Designing an Experiment (Grades 6-10).
