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. 

Wildfire season is more intense after a wet rainy season

What is the cause-and-effect relationship between an intense rainy season followed by an intense wildfire season?
Phenomena

Rocket trails move sideways through the sky

Why do rockets appear to move sideways?
Phenomena

Halos form around the Sun

What causes a halo to appear around the sun?
Phenomena

Calcium buildup around faucets and hoses

Calcium can leave white stains around faucets and hoses.
Phenomena

Green flash appears on the horizon

What causes the green flash?
Phenomena

Observing Shapes in the Built Environment

In our built environment, specific shapes are used for specific purposes.
Activities, Projects & Builds

Eccentric Orbits

Measuring eccentric orbits.
Activities

May and June receive fewer sunny days.

Why are there less sunny days in May and June?
Phenomena

Make Your Own Red Cabbage pH Indicator

Turn Cabbage into a pH Indicator.
Activities

This cloud is trapped in a canyon

San Diego's many canyons create some interesting weather-related phenomena.
Phenomena

Model Viruses

Virus Models
Activities

Curtains of clouds form near the coast

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

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