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This activity (on pages 15-23) combines interactive role-playing and graphing to introduce learners to the health affects of pollen.

In this math activity, based on the research of famed astronomer Frank Drake, learners calculate the possibilities of finding intelligent life elsewhere in the universe besides Earth.

In this activity, learners will play a coin toss game where the highest total wins. Combine coin recognition, addition, and probability with a game learners can play on their own.

In this math lesson, learners use simple addition facts to compute values (in dollars and cents) for their names.

In this activity, learners build a 1:140 "scale model" of NASA's X-33 Reusable Launch Vehicle (RLV) Technology Demonstrator, and investigate how the model dimensions compare to the real vehicle.

In this math lesson, learners learn how to construct stem and leaf plots. Learners first estimate the number of drops of water that will fit on the head of a penny.

In this math lesson, learners design an experiment to model a leaky faucet and determine the amount of water wasted due to the leak.

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

Learners make their own simple slide rules out of paper and learn how they work.

In this activity, learners explore the potential of interchangeable standard parts to create a large number of unique creations in different combinations.

Put the math of measurement, numbers, and everyday life into improvisational skits.

In this math lesson, learners practice estimation and measurement skills as they move from station to station calculating length, volume, weight, and area.

In this multi-faceted game (on pages 25-35), learners recreate what happens to creatures in the Brazilian rain forest as they grow from egg to adult—especially those that use fallen, empty Brazil nut

In this activity, learners examine the culture and history of the tomb site.