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. 

King tides: high tide and low tide vary

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

Pacific coast is colder than Atlantic coast

What does Earth's rotation have to do with ocean temperatures off San Diego?
Phenomena

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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Marine fossils found near Normal Heights

In March 2016, surveyors found fossilized whale bones and shells
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Upcycling

How do we lessen our negative impact on the environment?
Activities

Lizard tails twitch when separated from body

A lizard can severe its own tail on command
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Ants travel in lines

Why do ants move in lines?
Phenomena

Large balls of ice can fall from the sky

How does hail stay suspended in the air?
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Great Whites Gather in the Pacific

Trackers on great white sharks in the Pacific reveal that sharks gather in a remote location
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Pepper and Soap

The effect dish soap has on the surface tension of water
Activities, Projects & Builds

The Catalina Eddy

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

Fly with jets of water in Mission Bay

For a number of years, a San Diego company in Mission Bay provided rides on a water-powered jetpack.
Phenomena

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