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Morphing Butterfly
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In this activity, learners explore how nanosized structures can create brilliant color.

Lotus Leaf Effect
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This is a demonstration about how nature inspires nanotechnology. It is easily adapted into a hands-on activity for an individual or groups.

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.

Exploring Structures: Butterfly
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In this activity, learners investigate how some butterfly wings get their color.

Biomimicry: Synthetic Gecko Tape Through Nanomolding
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In this activity/demo, learners examine a synthetic gecko tape with micron sized hairs that mimics the behavior of the gecko foot.

I Spy Nano!
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In this game, learners try to find nano-related objects on a game board. Learners investigate the different ways nano is in the world around us.

Sand, Plants and Pants
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In this activity, learners explore how the application of nano-sized particles or coatings can change a bigger material’s properties.

Exploring Fabrication: Self-Assembly
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In this activity, learners participate in several full-body interactive games to model the process of self-assembly in nature and nanotechnology.

Nature of Dye
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"Nature of Dye" allows participants to create their own dyes and art while exploring how chemicals interact and how these interactions can have real-world applications.

What's in the Water
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"What's in the Water" lets participants use tools to solve the mystery- what chemicals and compounds are in a sample of water?