Scientific Method

Think and investigate like a scientist.

General curriculum — a grade-specific version for Grade 3 is in development.

What is the scientific method

Describe the scientific method.

Making observations

Make careful observations.

Asking questions

Ask testable scientific questions.

Forming hypotheses

Write testable hypotheses.

Designing experiments

Design fair experiments.

Variables

Identify independent and dependent variables.

Collecting data

Collect and record data.

Drawing conclusions

Draw conclusions from evidence.

Communicating results

Communicate scientific findings.

Scientific method review

Apply the scientific method.