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.

Trees get most of their dry mass from the air

The Moreton Bay Fig Tree, behind the San Diego Natural History Museum in Balboa Park

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This sailboat hovers above the water

How does this boat lift out of the water and why?

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Distinct features are visible at night from space

What can we learn about the human impact on Earth from so far away?

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Halos form around the Sun

What causes a halo to appear around the sun?

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Calcium buildup around faucets and hoses

Calcium can leave white stains around faucets and hoses.

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Pumpkin Patch near Anza-Borrego

Geologic phenomenon called the Pumpkin Patch

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Algal blooms can turn the ocean red

Why does the ocean turn red?

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Upcycling

How do we lessen our negative impact on the environment?

Activities

There are rivers in the sky

There are rivers in the sky called atmospheric rivers

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Observing Shapes in the Built Environment

In our built environment, specific shapes are used for specific purposes.

Activities, Projects & Builds

Scuba divers can breathe under water

How can a scuba tank carry enough air for a diver for such a long period of time?

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Sewage water is recycled for irrigation

How do we recycle sewage water?

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

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