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Activities & Resources

Explore a wealth of engaging STEM activities and resources that will spark your curiosity and inspire your love for science. Our hands-on activities are designed to be done from the comfort of your own home, so you can learn and explore at your own pace. With easy-to-follow instructions and accessible materials, you can dive right in and start exploring the wonders of science.

Pumpkin Patch near Anza-Borrego

Geologic phenomenon called the Pumpkin Patch

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There are rivers in the sky

There are rivers in the sky called atmospheric rivers

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King tides: high tide and low tide vary

How does the moon's position affect the tides on earth?

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May and June receive fewer sunny days.

Why are there less sunny days in May and June?

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Rocket trails move sideways through the sky

Why do rockets appear to move sideways?

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Pepper and Soap

The effect dish soap has on the surface tension of water

Activities, Projects & Builds

Carnivorous plants consume insects

Where would you expect to find plants on the food chain?

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Some rainbows are white

Some rainbows are white and are called white rainbows or fogbows

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Rex the Lion Balances on One Foot

Image: San Diego Zoo Global

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Thousands of leopard sharks gather off the coast of La Jolla

Every year, starting in June, thousands of leopard sharks gather off the coast of La Jolla near

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The ocean glows blue at night

What causes a bioluminescent display at the surface of the ocean?

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Curtains of clouds form near the coast

San Diego's marine layer creates a cloud "curtain" that hovers over the coast.

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The Fleet Science Center invites you to connect to the power of science through FLEETtv!

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