This guide is for the gifted, talented, or creative student in grades 4-9, who wants to do a science project, enter a competitive fair, or who is interested in pursuing an independent study in any subject area. The first part of the book is a teacher's guide. It gives directions, guidelines, suggestions, and tips for assisting students in the research process. The second half is the student's section; it contains information on developing research skills, solving problems, using higher-level thinking, and using creativity skills. The appendices include: (1) "Creative Thinking Strategies"; (2) "Components of Quality Research"; (3) "Glossary"; and (4) "Bibliography and Resources." (YP)