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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.

May and June receive fewer sunny days.

Why are there less sunny days in May and June?

Phenomena

Salt Crystal Sun-catcher

Salt Crystal Sun-catcher

Activities, Projects & Builds

Rocket trails move sideways through the sky

Why do rockets appear to move sideways?

Phenomena

Flying Coffee Cups

Explore the Magnus Effect

Activities, Demonstrations

Rex the Lion Balances on One Foot

Image: San Diego Zoo Global

Phenomena

Moon appears larger when closer to the horizon

Is the moon larger at certain times of the day?

Phenomena

Some rainbows are white

Some rainbows are white and are called white rainbows or fogbows

Phenomena

Upcycling

How do we lessen our negative impact on the environment?

Activities

It snows in some parts of San Diego County but rains in others

Why does it rain in some places but snow in other places?

Phenomena

Jets are louder at night than during the day

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

Phenomena

Wind and water shape the coastline

Erosion can drastically reshape our coastline in a much shorter time period.

Phenomena

There are rivers in the sky

There are rivers in the sky called atmospheric rivers

Phenomena

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

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