Science Research Topics for Kids
Science is a broad and fascinating subject. There are so many branches of science, students should easily be able to find a topic for a research paper that interests them. Before deciding on a topic, be sure you know the grading factors for the paper, i.e., how long it has to be, should it involve experimentation, types of sources used. These while help narrow the search for a research paper and ensure a good grade.
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Bio of a Famous Scientist
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If the research paper doesn't need experimentation, you can write about the life of a famous scientist. Include background information, such as where they were born and grew up, where they went to school and what they studied, as well as their major contributions to science and if their contributions are still relevant today. Use strictly educational sources. Try finding books at the library or an official website of the person.
History of NASA
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NASA, or the National Aeronautics and Space Administration, is a branch of the U.S. government that researches the universe as well as handles the responsibilities of aviation and spaceflight. Research the history of NASA, who founded it and with what intentions, how NASA has grown over the years, contributions it has given to the physical sciences and key players in the NASA administration. Include some major findings over the past few years.
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How Smoking Affects Academic Performance
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This is an example of a research paper that involves experimentation and first-hand research, meaning you will have to find the results as well as sources that back up your claims. Find out how smoking negatively affects the brain. Ask students that smoke about their grades and if smoking interferes at all in their studies. Report your findings in the research paper along with your conclusion. Find scientific sources that verify your conclusions.
Health and Behavior of Caged Animals Compared to Wild
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Behavioral science is a mix of biology and psychology. Research the history of zoos and their positive and negative effects. Do animals die younger in zoos than they do in the wild? What environmental factors, such as city pollution or stress, could negatively affect the health of these animals? Give a personal conclusion on if zoos are good or bad for the animals they keep. Use educational sources such as animal behaviorist books or history of zoos. Do not use information from personal zoo websites or brochures.
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