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Exploring the Nanoworld with LEGO Bricks: Probing the Structure of Materials at the Nanoscale
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In this activity (pages 17-31), learners are introduced to techniques that are used to determine the structures of solid materials.

Single-Cell Life
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In this activity, learners create a soil and water model of a single-cell life environment and study living microorganisms.

Exploring the Nanoworld with LEGO Bricks: Structure-Property Relationships at the Nanoscale
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In this activity (pages 32-41), learners learn how the atomic and molecular arrangement of matter are related to physical properties.

Balsa Towers
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Learners work in groups to design and build a tower out of balsa wood. As a motivator, they can compete to build a tower with the highest strength-to-weight ratio.

Exploring the Nanoworld with LEGO Bricks: Structures and Their Construction at the Nanoscale
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In this activity (pages 42-49), learners discover the methods and challenges of building nanoscale structures with macroscale equipment.

Sand Castle Saturation
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In this activity about saturation (page 1 of PDF under SciGirls Activity: Sand Dunes), learners will build a series of sand castle towers using a 16 oz cup.