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The Pulse of Gravity
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In this astronomy activity (page 3 of the PDF), learners will examine the effects of gravity on a person’s pulse and explore how gravity can differ from planet to planet.
3-2-1 POP!
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In this physics activity, learners build their own rockets out of film canisters and construction paper.
Crystal Gardens
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In this activity, which requires adult supervision, learners get to explore the awesome power of chemistry.
Zoom: Travel to a Star and Back to Earth
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This is an online activity about what would happen if we could travel at or near the speed of light.
Applying Math to Astronomy
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In this mathematics activity (page 4 of the PDF), learners will explore the relationship between the diameter and circumference of an object.
Earthquake-Proof Buildings
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In this geology and engineering activity (page 7 of the PDF), learners build an earthquake simulator, then use it to test various building designs, exploring different materials, shapes, and design op
Mid-Ocean Ridge Spreading
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In this earth science activity (page 14 of the PDF), learners use layers of closed-cell foam to create their own model of the mid-ocean ridge in order to simulate seafloor spreading.
Chocolate Lava
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In this yummy earth science activity (page 5 of the PDF), learners use fudge to learn about different kinds of lava.
Make Your Own Barometer
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In this weather activity (page 10 of the PDF), learners will demonstrate the changes in atmospheric pressure by constructing their own barometer.
Planet Surfing
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In this astronomy activity (page 6 of the PDF), learners will compare and contrast two planets in the solar system using data obtained from the internet.
Weightless Water
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In this physics activity (page 5 of the PDF), learners will witness the effects of free fall by observing falling water, and will gain a better understanding of the concept of weightlessness.
Earthquake Energy
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In this geology activity (page 3 of the PDF), learners simulate an earthquake with little more than an elastic band and drinking straws.
Sand Study
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In this geology activity, learners use a microscope to discover and identify the components of sand.
Rubberband Rockets
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This fun and simple activity is a rubberband rocket design challenge! Learners will explore how tail fins can help to stabilize a flying object, while also exploring potential and kinetic energy.