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.

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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The Catalina Eddy

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

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Scuba divers can breathe under water

How can a scuba tank carry enough air for a diver for such a long period of time?

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Green flash appears on the horizon

What causes the green flash?

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Marine fossils found near Normal Heights

In March 2016, surveyors found fossilized whale bones and shells

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Sewage water is recycled for irrigation

How do we recycle sewage water?

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Upcycling

How do we lessen our negative impact on the environment?

Activities

Carnivorous plants consume insects

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

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Tule Wind Farm transforms wind into electricity

In eastern San Diego County, just north of Interstate 8 in the McCain Valley,

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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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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?

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Model Viruses

Virus Models

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