Activities & Resources

Explore a wealth of engaging STEM activities and resources that will spark your curiosity and inspire your love for science. Our hands-on activities are designed to be done from the comfort of your own home, so you can learn and explore at your own pace. With easy-to-follow instructions and accessible materials, you can dive right in and start exploring the wonders of science.

Trees get most of their dry mass from the air

The Moreton Bay Fig Tree, behind the San Diego Natural History Museum in Balboa Park

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Fight wildfires with fire

How can fire be used to mitigate wildfires?

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A 20F Difference Across Mission Bay

The combination of landforms are often responsible for interesting weather patterns.

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Lizard tails twitch when separated from body

A lizard can severe its own tail on command

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The Catalina Eddy

What causes the Catalina eddy, and when does it typically appear?

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Salt Crystal Sun-catcher

Salt Crystal Sun-catcher

Activities, Projects & Builds

Green flash appears on the horizon

What causes the green flash?

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Eccentric Orbits

Measuring eccentric orbits.

Activities

Rocket trails move sideways through the sky

Why do rockets appear to move sideways?

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Calcium buildup around faucets and hoses

Calcium can leave white stains around faucets and hoses.

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Paper Chromatography

While water can dissolve the black inks, we need paper to more clearly separate the different colored inks

Activities, Demonstrations

Sewage water is recycled for irrigation

How do we recycle sewage water?

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The Fleet Science Center invites you to connect to the power of science through FLEETtv!

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