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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.

Moon appears larger when closer to the horizon

Is the moon larger at certain times of the day?

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Carnivorous plants consume insects

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

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Thousands of leopard sharks gather off the coast of La Jolla

Every year, starting in June, thousands of leopard sharks gather off the coast of La Jolla near

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Lizard tails twitch when separated from body

A lizard can severe its own tail on command

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There are rivers in the sky

There are rivers in the sky called atmospheric rivers

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Halos form around the Sun

What causes a halo to appear around the sun?

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The Catalina Eddy

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

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Curtains of clouds form near the coast

San Diego's marine layer creates a cloud "curtain" that hovers over the coast.

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Jets are louder at night than during the day

Airport noise at Miramar is louder at night than during the day, but why?

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Water carves slot canyon near Solana Beach

San Diego County is home to a unique geologic feature

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Monarch Butterflies migrate great distances

What causes Monarchs to migrate in the first place?

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Hot air balloons in Temecula float in the sky

Use hot air balloons to explore weather patterns and properties of air.

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

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