Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to develop questions and hypotheses for scientific investigation.

Materials and Prep

• Paper
• Pens or pencils
• Internet access for research

No prior knowledge is required, just bring your curiosity and creativity!

Activities

• Brainstorming Session: Take some time to think about topics that interest you. Write down at least 5 questions you have about those topics.
• Research Time: Choose one of the questions you wrote and conduct some research online or using books to gather information.
• Hypothesis Creation: Based on your research, come up with a hypothesis to answer your question. Remember, a hypothesis is an educated guess.

Talking Points

• What is a question in science?
  "In science, questions are the starting point of discovery. They help us explore the unknown and expand our knowledge."
• Why is it important to ask questions in science?
  "Asking questions in science helps us understand the world around us and drives us to seek answers through investigation."
• What is a hypothesis?
  "A hypothesis is an educated guess or prediction that can be tested through experiments. It guides our scientific inquiry."
• How do questions lead to hypotheses?
  "Questions spark our curiosity and lead us to form hypotheses as potential answers. They are interconnected in the scientific process."