[Middle School Students] Easy One-Day Science Projects and Crafts Ideas
Have you already decided on your summer vacation independent research project? It’s easy to panic when you feel you have to do it but don’t have much time.
For junior high school students like that, here are some simple research and craft ideas you can complete in a day.
Once you gather the necessary materials, you can start right away! For example, there are experiments using everyday items and fun crafts you can make.
If you enjoy it, you’ll finish in no time.
After the experiment, write up your summary and reflections in a report.
That’s the most important part of the project.
Start thinking about it early so you can enjoy your summer vacation!
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[For Middle School Students] Easy One-Day Independent Research & Craft Ideas (101–110)
An experiment to make natto
Many people are likely interested in experiments that use items that appear in our everyday meals.
This time, we’re introducing an experiment to make natto.
Natto, which has been eaten in Japan since ancient times, is said—according to various theories—to have existed as far back as the Yayoi period.
To turn soybeans into natto, you need natto bacteria (Bacillus subtilis var.
natto), and it’s said that straw naturally contains these bacteria.
Prepare steamed soybeans and boiled straw, then place the soybeans sandwiched between the straw.
Natto bacteria are heat-resistant, so boiling the straw is fine.
It’ll be exciting to see after the experiment whether the natto has successfully formed.
Pictogram-style collage
Let’s combine pictograms to create a storytelling collage.
First, use colored construction paper or similar materials to make a shallow box.
Once it’s made, fold it at a 90-degree angle to create a stage-like setup.
Next, copy the pictograms you want to use and cut them out with scissors.
Depending on your story, you can use only certain parts of a pictogram.
It can also be fun to create or draw additional non-pictogram elements.
By all means, use a variety of ideas to make your own entertaining pictogram theater.
Robot arm crafting
The fact that it can be done in a single day makes it a great recommendation for people who leave their summer homework until the last minute.
Also, among one-day crafts, its quality is high, the construction is very authentic, and it looks cool—so it might even make you popular with girls.
Making alpha rice
Do you all know about alpha rice? It’s a convenient type of rice that can be rehydrated with water during disasters like earthquakes.
Normally, people buy it at home improvement stores or supermarkets.
It’s surprising to learn you can actually make it yourself! In fact, this is said to be a traditional piece of wisdom passed down in Japan.
The items you need aren’t complicated, but it does take several days to dry the rice.
So please try making it when you have plenty of time!
Making cotton ball lights
Make a ball by hardening cotton thread and put a light inside… that’s all it takes to complete a cotton ball light.
You can get all the materials at a 100-yen shop, so it’s easy and budget-friendly! Once you’ve turned it in as your homework project, you can use it as room decor—two birds with one stone.
You can keep it simple, or use small accessories to decorate it cutely.
It’s a great independent research idea, especially recommended for girls.
[Middle School] Easy One-Day Science Projects and Crafts (111–120)
sand candle
Here’s a science project idea that adapts sand art using colorful sand.
Make cute and romantic sand candles and become the star of your class! It’s super easy: place a candle wick in the center of a glass and add sand little by little with a spoon.
The fun of this project is trying different things—experiment with color combinations, adjust the amounts, or mix the sands.
There are also sand candle kits available, so check those out if you want an easy start.
After you’re done, light it in the dark and let it soothe you!
Making resin accessories
How about making your own original accessories using resin—a liquid that hardens into something as clear as glass? All you need are resin, a mold, and motifs like flowers.
Here’s the best part: you can get most of the materials at 100-yen shops, so it’s budget-friendly.
A UV light is handy for curing, but you can manage without one.
It’s a great independent research project, especially recommended for women.