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In this activity, learners use multiple thermometers, placed at different angles, and a lamp to investigate why some places on Earth's surface are much hotter than others.

$5 - $10 per group Ages 8 - adult 10 to 30 minutes
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Learners work in teams to design and build solar water heating devices that mimic those used in residences to capture energy in the form of solar radiation and convert it to thermal energy.

$10 - $20 per group Ages 14 - 18 1 to 7 days
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This activity helps learners understand how the angle of the Sun affects temperatures around the globe.

$1 - $5 per group Ages 11 - 18 45 to 60 minutes
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In this activity, learners build their own magnetometer using an empty soda bottle, magnets, laser pointer, and household objects.

$5 - $10 per student Ages 11 - adult 1 to 2 hours
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In this activity, learners investigate passive solar building design with a focus solely on heating.

$5 - $10 per group Ages 14 - 18 4 to 24 hours