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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.

1 cent - $1 per group Ages 8 - 14 1 to 2 hours
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In this activity, learners build handheld rockets and launchers out of PVC pipes and plastic bottles. Use this activity to demonstrate acceleration, air pressure, and Newton's Laws of Motion.

Over $20 per student Ages 6 - 18 1 to 2 hours
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In this activity, learners explore how product design differences can affect the success of a final product -- in this case a bag for holding candy.

$5 - $10 per group Ages 8 - 18 1 to 2 hours
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In this activity, learners conduct a waste audit and use their findings to implement a plan for reducing trash.

$5 - $10 per group Ages 8 - 14 1 to 2 hours
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In this activity, learners investigate the relative growth of lengths, areas, and volumes as cylinders are scaled up.

$1 - $5 per group Ages 8 - 14 1 to 2 hours
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In this life science activity (page 8 of the PDF), learners explore the carbon cycle by mixing yeast, sugar and water.

Over $20 per group Ages 8 - 14 1 to 2 hours
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In this activity, learners take measurements and create charts to learn about the size of dinosaurs and their relative scale to humans.

$5 - $10 per group Ages 8 - 11 1 to 2 hours
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In this math lesson, learners practice estimation and measurement skills as they move from station to station calculating length, volume, weight, and area.

1 cent - $1 per group Ages 8 - 11 1 to 2 hours