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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.

Green flash appears on the horizon

What causes the green flash?

Phenomena

Large balls of ice can fall from the sky

How does hail stay suspended in the air?

Phenomena

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

Calcium buildup around faucets and hoses

Calcium can leave white stains around faucets and hoses.

Phenomena

Eccentric Orbits

Measuring eccentric orbits.

Activities

Upcycling

How do we lessen our negative impact on the environment?

Activities

Observing Shapes in the Built Environment

In our built environment, specific shapes are used for specific purposes.

Activities, Projects & Builds

Rocket trails move sideways through the sky

Why do rockets appear to move sideways?

Phenomena

Flying Coffee Cups

Explore the Magnus Effect

Activities, Demonstrations

Algal blooms can turn the ocean red

Why does the ocean turn red?

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

Carnivorous plants consume insects

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

Phenomena

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