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. 

Fight wildfires with fire

How can fire be used to mitigate wildfires?
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Pumpkin Patch near Anza-Borrego

Geologic phenomenon called the Pumpkin Patch
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Flying Coffee Cups

Explore the Magnus Effect
Activities, Demonstrations

Make Your Own Red Cabbage pH Indicator

Turn Cabbage into a pH Indicator.
Activities

Air pollution spikes dramatically in July

San Diegans received cell phone notifications warning of poor air quality in San Diego
Phenomena

Some rainbows are white

Some rainbows are white and are called white rainbows or fogbows
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Lizards regrow their tails

Many of the lizards found around San Diego are capable of autotomy
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Coyote sightings in residential neighborhoods

San Diego residents reported an increase in coyote sightings in suburban neighborhoods
Phenomena

Rocket trails move sideways through the sky

Why do rockets appear to move sideways?
Phenomena

May and June receive fewer sunny days.

Why are there less sunny days in May and June?
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Model Viruses

Virus Models
Activities

High tide in Mission Bay happens at a different time than in La Jolla

Why do high and low tides vary between two locations within close proximity of one another?
Phenomena

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Virtual Events

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