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. 

Trees get most of their dry mass from the air

The Moreton Bay Fig Tree, behind the San Diego Natural History Museum in Balboa Park
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King tides: high tide and low tide vary

How does the moon's position affect the tides on earth?
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The ocean glows blue at night

What causes a bioluminescent display at the surface of the ocean?
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Fight wildfires with fire

How can fire be used to mitigate wildfires?
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The Catalina Eddy

What causes the Catalina eddy, and when does it typically appear?
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Water carves slot canyon near Solana Beach

San Diego County is home to a unique geologic feature
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Rocket trails move sideways through the sky

Why do rockets appear to move sideways?
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Upcycling

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

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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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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Paper in Bottle Challenge

Is the bottle empty? Sure, it is empty of crumpled paper balls, but the bottle is not completely empty.
Activities, Demonstrations

May and June receive fewer sunny days.

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

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