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Exploring Tools: Special Microscopes
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In this activity, learners use a flexible magnet as a model for a scanning probe microscope (SPM). They learn that SPMs are an example of a special tool that scientists use to work on the nanoscale.

Magnetic Sensory Bottles
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In this activity learners will investigate magnetic and non-magnetic items in a sensory bottle.

Pop! Rocket Launcher
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In this activity, learners construct a simple air pressure launcher for paper rockets.

Building Together
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In this Bob the Builder(TM)-themed activity, learners explore what it means to work together as a team.

Paper Mache Dinosaurs
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In this activity (located on page 6 of PDF), learners observe and reproduce the distinctive physical features (i.e. plates, sharp spikes, long necks, deep jaws, claws) of their favorite dinosaurs.

Build a Giant Puzzle!
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In this activity, learners assemble large cubes to make nano-related images. Learners discover how different objects are related to nanoscience and nanotechnology.

Paleontologists: Can You Dig It?
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In this activity, learners explore the work of paleontologists.

Exploring Ultraviolet (UV) light from the Sun
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In this outdoor activity, learners explore UV rays from the Sun and ways to protect against these potentially harmful rays.