Science Fair: Sample Timeline

This list will help you organize your time.

12 weeks before the fair (or sooner!)

• Pick your topic
• Study your topic
• Organize and theorize
• Write out a research plan
• Obtain Your Forms
  
  ALL STUDENTS need:
      Entry Form (Due November 28, 2008)
      Checklist for Adult Sponsor (1)
      Research Plan (1A) + written research plan
      Approval Form (1B)
      Abstract Form
  
• Consult with your adult sponsor (or teacher) to get all needed signatures and any additional forms you may need.

9 weeks before the fair (or sooner!)

• Begin experimentation

4 weeks before the fair (or sooner!)

• Examine your results
• Draw conclusions

3 weeks before the fair (or sooner!)

• Write your abstract
• Prepare your report
• Prepare your display