4th Grade Science

Studying Earth systems, energy transfer, and the scientific method for fourth grade students.

Earth's Four SystemsEnergy Transfer in NatureThe Scientific Method
Cycles in Earth's SystemsFood Chains and EcosystemsWeather and Climate
Protecting Our PlanetObserving Weather and NatureSimple Energy Experiments
Breaking Down Big IdeasUsing Pictures and Diagrams
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Basic Concepts

The Scientific Method

What Is the Scientific Method?

The scientific method is a special way scientists ask questions and find answers. It's like being a science detective!

Steps of the Scientific Method

  1. Ask a Question: What do you want to learn?
  2. Do Research: Find out what is already known.
  3. Make a Hypothesis: Guess what might happen.
  4. Conduct an Experiment: Test your guess.
  5. Observe and Record: Write down what you see.
  6. Analyze Data: Look for patterns or results.
  7. Draw a Conclusion: Decide if your idea was right.
  8. Share Results: Tell others what you learned!

Why Is This Important?

The scientific method helps us solve problems and discover new things about our world.

Examples

  • Testing which type of soil helps plants grow fastest by doing a fair experiment.

  • Making a hypothesis about which ice cube will melt first and observing the results.

In a Nutshell

The scientific method is a step-by-step way to ask questions and find answers in science.

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Cycles in Earth's Systems