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.

Model Viruses

Virus Models

Activities

The Catalina Eddy

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

Phenomena

Dry dock vessels can sink and float

Right under the Coronado Bridge is California's largest floating drydock.

Phenomena

Carnivorous plants consume insects

Where would you expect to find plants on the food chain?

Phenomena

May and June receive fewer sunny days.

Why are there less sunny days in May and June?

Phenomena

Paper in Bottle Challenge

Is the bottle empty? Sure, it is empty of crumpled paper balls, but the bottle is not completely empty.

Activities, Demonstrations

Rocket trails move sideways through the sky

Why do rockets appear to move sideways?

Phenomena

King tides: high tide and low tide vary

How does the moon's position affect the tides on earth?

Phenomena

Upcycling

How do we lessen our negative impact on the environment?

Activities

Halos form around the Sun

What causes a halo to appear around the sun?

Phenomena

Salt Crystal Sun-catcher

Salt Crystal Sun-catcher

Activities, Projects & Builds

Water carves slot canyon near Solana Beach

San Diego County is home to a unique geologic feature

Phenomena

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

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