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In this activity, learners will explore how and why weight distribution works.

In this activity, learners are challenged to calculate their own weight on various planets using a scale and calculator. Older learners may be challenged to do so without using calculators.

In this math activity, learners observe and sketch cracking patterns in pavement.

This is an activity about reaction times. Just how quickly must an NHL goalie respond to save a shot, and how does your reaction time compare?

Did you know that you would be a different age if you lived on Mars? It's true!

This trick from Exploratorium physicist Paul Doherty lets you add together the bounces of two balls and send one ball flying.

In this math lesson (page 2 of the PDF), learners use bottles of various shapes to explore the abstract concept of rate of change.

In this math lesson, learners analyze the density of liquids in order to explore linear functions.

In this math lesson, learners explore the relationship between the thickness of a spaghetti bridge, the length of the bridge, and the amount of weight that can be supported by the bridge.

In this math lesson, learners explore polynomial and rational function patterns.

In this math activity related to light, learners assemble a photometer and use it to estimate the power output of the Sun.

In this space science activity, learners explore transits and the conditions when a transit may be seen.