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In this activity, learners explore how spring scales work and how they are used for non-exact weight measurement.

$10 - $20 per group Ages 8 - 18 1 to 2 hours
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In this activity, learners build large-scale structures and cantilevers in a series of "building out" challenges with garden poles and tape.

$10 - $20 per group Ages 6 - 14 2 to 4 hours
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In this activity, learners make or use pre-made clay beams to scale and proportion. Specifically, they discover that when you scale up proportionally (i.e.

$10 - $20 per group Ages 4 - 14 45 to 60 minutes
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In this activity, learners investigate how inkjet printers produce tiny, precise drops of ink.

$10 - $20 per group Ages 4 - adult 10 to 30 minutes
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In this demonstration, learners compare the relative sizes and masses of scale models of the planets as represented by fruits and other foods.

$10 - $20 per group Ages 8 - 14 30 to 45 minutes
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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.

$10 - $20 per group Ages 8 - adult 10 to 30 minutes
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In this activity, learners perform an experiment to find out what determines a flower's color.

$10 - $20 per group Ages 11 - 14 45 to 60 minutes
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In this activity, learners explore how wind energy can be generated on both a large and small scale.

$10 - $20 per group Ages 8 - 18 1 to 2 hours