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.

Jets are louder at night than during the day

Airport noise at Miramar is louder at night than during the day, but why?

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Green flash appears on the horizon

What causes the green flash?

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Some rainbows are white

Some rainbows are white and are called white rainbows or fogbows

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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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Coyote sightings in residential neighborhoods

San Diego residents reported an increase in coyote sightings in suburban neighborhoods

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Carnivorous plants consume insects

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

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Algal blooms can turn the ocean red

Why does the ocean turn red?

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Rain disappears in mid-air

When precipitation occurs, we expect to see and feel it on the ground.

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Pencil Pincushion

Why do we use polythene for packing materials?

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Moon appears larger when closer to the horizon

Is the moon larger at certain times of the day?

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Rex the Lion Balances on One Foot

Image: San Diego Zoo Global

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Rocket trails move sideways through the sky

Why do rockets appear to move sideways?

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