Use a standard three-paneled display board. Post the following titles on the board: "Problem," "Hypothesis," "Background Information," "Materials," "Procedures," "Abstract," "Data," Results" and "Final Conclusion." Glue construction paper below each title as a background. Paste the typed information for each section on top of the construction paper under the respective title.
Use font size 16 for all regular text on the project board. Style the titles in size 150 or greater. Choose font size 32 for headings and 16 for captions.
Choose colors that complement the overall appearance of the project board. Don't use more than three contrasting colors or the board becomes too distracting. Pick a light-colored background, such as light blue, pale yellow or off-white. Style the title and the subtitles in darker colors like dark green, dark blue or red to make them stand out. Frame the board with a dark-colored border made of construction paper.
Add photos and diagrams to provide a visual context of what happened during the experiment. Limit the number of photos to two or three per section on the board. Use 8-by-10-inch or 5-by-7-inch images on the display board, placing the images in sequential order. Frame pictures in one of the three darker colors you chose for your titles and subtitles. Include computer-generated or handwritten line, bar or pie graphs on the board to illustrate data results.
Display a model, if applicable, for the project. Common models include cell models, bridges, volcanoes, or any instruments and equipment used during the science investigation. Position the models in front of either side of the central panel on the display board. If you completed a log book, place it beside the models. Next to the log book, stack several overview sheets that feature the highlights of the project.