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. 

This sailboat hovers above the water

How does this boat lift out of the water and why?
Phenomena

Rocket trails move sideways through the sky

Why do rockets appear to move sideways?
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

Carnivorous plants consume insects

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

Paragliders at Torrey Pines can launch and land in the same spot

Hang gliders and paragliders can launch from and land on the cliffs of Torrey Pines.
Phenomena

Pencil Pincushion

Why do we use polythene for packing materials?
Activities, Demonstrations

Flying Coffee Cups

Explore the Magnus Effect
Activities, Demonstrations

Calcium buildup around faucets and hoses

Calcium can leave white stains around faucets and hoses.
Phenomena

Make Your Own Red Cabbage pH Indicator

Turn Cabbage into a pH Indicator.
Activities

Fight wildfires with fire

How can fire be used to mitigate wildfires?
Phenomena

Upcycling

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

Some rainbows are white

Some rainbows are white and are called white rainbows or fogbows
Phenomena

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