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In this design challenge activity, learners build a machine out of cardboard that runs smoothly and dependably. Learners must be precise to make sure their component works properly.

In this invention challenge activity, learners see how many objects they can grab with a homemade "bionic" arm.

In this activity on page 15 of the PDF, discover how materials and physical forces behave differently at the nanoscale.

In this design challenge activity, learners use two helium-filled balloons to build a blimp that can travel in a straight path across the room.

In this physical sciences activity, learners explore how passive solar design increases energy efficiency.

In this activity on page 11 of the PDF, learners follow simple steps to recycle old newspaper into new paper.

In this activity on page 7 of the PDF, learners explore how engineers characterize building materials.

This activity (on pages 38-43) has learners simulate the way scientists track and map the movement of otters in the wild using radio trackers.

In this activity (page 4), learners work in groups to plan and build large structures using recyclable materials they have brought from home.

In this activity, learners examine nanoscale structures of common things.

In this activity on page 10 of the PDF, learners develop an experiment to answer the following question: "How much water can the hydrogel in a baby diaper hold?" Use this activity to explore polymers,

In this Spanish-language chemistry activity, learners use simple materials to explore how fire extinguishers work to put out fires.