Kick-Start Your Scientific Method Experiments With Ready-Made Scientific Observation Templates!

We understand the challenges of teaching science, and that’s why we’ve created a brand new set of scientific observation templates to help you and your students kick off the experimental process with confidence. These scientific method experiment observation templates support students as they develop hypotheses, document their data, and draw conclusions.

By using this printable Teach Starter resource, you can transform your scientific method experiments into engaging and interactive lessons. We know that your time is precious, so these scientific experiment observation templates aim to provide a structured way for students to explore, observe, and analyze the data they learn during scientific method experiments.

Track Scientific Observations With Specialized Observation Templates for Scientific Method Experiments 

This resource includes five handy experiment observation templates designed for specific experiment types. We have included the following:

• Scientific Method Experiment Planning—Students will use this template to plan their experiments, including making a hypothesis, a materials list, and setting a procedure.
• Temperature Change Experiment Data Sheet—This template is designed for students to use when completing experiments on changes in temperature over time.
• Measurement Observations Experiment Data Sheet – This template is designed for students to track measurement data (height, weight, length) over time.
• Color Change Observation Data Sheet—This template tracks changes in color over time or with a series of variables.
• Scientific Observations and Results Data Sheet – This template is formatted for use with any scientific experiment.

Download and Print Your Scientific Method Experiment Templates

This resource is available as an easy-to-use Editable Google Slides or Printable PDF Resource file. To get your copy, click the dropdown arrow on the download button to select your preferred file format. Make your copies, pass them out to your students, and you’re ready to begin!

This resource was created by Lindsey Phillips, a teacher in Michigan and Teach Starter Collaborator.

More Scientific Method Teaching Resources

Before you go, check out these handy resources to help you teach the scientific method!

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Scientific Method Worksheet - Vocabulary Match

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Thinking Like a Scientist - PowerPoint

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