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In this activity, learners create three-dimensional shapes by making some origami models of simple boxes and containers.

$1 - $5 per group Ages 8 - 14 10 to 30 minutes
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In this activity, learners explore different types of fossils by making their out of dough and objects from around the house.

$1 - $5 per student Ages 4 - 11 10 to 30 minutes
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In this activity, learners build a hot air balloon using just a few sheets of tissue paper and a hair dryer.

$1 - $5 per student Ages 6 - 18 30 to 45 minutes
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In this activity, learners make a 3-D model of DNA using paper and toothpicks. While constructing this model, learners will explore the composition and structure of DNA.

$1 - $5 per student Ages 8 - 14 30 to 45 minutes
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In this activity, learners use an origami template to design eight amino acids. Learners configure the amino acids to form a protein. Use this activity to introduce proteins and amino acids.

$1 - $5 per student Ages 8 - 14 45 to 60 minutes
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In this engineering/design/arts and crafts activity, learners design and build "platforms" or "bridges" that can hold weight, and test which glue makes the strongest structure.

$1 - $5 per student Ages 6 - 14 1 to 2 hours
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In this activity, learners build a bird feeder or feeders to attract birds for observation.

$1 - $5 per group Ages 6 - 14 30 to 45 minutes
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Learners make a mobile model of a carbon atom using clay, wire, and pipe cleaners.

$1 - $5 per student Ages 8 - 18 30 to 45 minutes
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Learners build a model of the planets in the solar system. In their model, the planets are spaced in their relative distance from the Sun.

$1 - $5 per student Ages 8 - 11 30 to 45 minutes
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In this activity, learners build cars using syringes and water-powered hydraulics. Learners construct the car frame out of cardboard and set up a hydraulic system to raise and lower the car.

$1 - $5 per student Ages 6 - 14 1 to 2 hours
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In this activity, learners create models of bugs. Learners use household materials like plastic cups and straws to create models of bugs like centipedes and spiders.

$1 - $5 per student Ages 6 - 11 45 to 60 minutes
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In this activity, learners build a kite out of paper, change it, and try to make it fly even better. With their new knowledge of kite making, students can then go on to create their own kite designs.

$1 - $5 per student Ages 6 - 11 45 to 60 minutes