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Coat Hanger Chimes
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In this physics activity (page 4 of the PDF), learners will--using nothing more than a coat hanger and some string--explore and understand sound energy and how it moves.
Outbreak!: Investigating Epidemics
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A group of learners simulates the spread of disease by trading slips of paper, one set of which has been treated with a baking soda solution.
Making Circuits
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In this activity, learners explore electricity and conductivity to find that many things conduct electricity including copper, pencil lead, fruit, play-doh, and even people!
Keeps on Pumpin': Your Heart
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In this activity, learners explore the great pump in their chests--the human heart!
Plaster Casts
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In this activity, learners combine two substances (plaster of Paris and water) to make a cast of an object's imprint in clay.
PomPom Toss
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In this activity, learners play a game that helps young mathematicians recognize how the numbers 0 through 5 are related. Learners toss five pompoms into circle made out of string on the floor.
Convection
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In this activity, learners model atmospheric convection currents using food coloring, water, and clear cups. Activity includes step-by-step instructions, STEM connections, and more.
Fraction Penguin
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In this craft activity, learners will recognize, name, and compare the fractions 1/2, 1/4, and 1/8 by constructing a penguin out of portions of paper circles.
Sticky Situation
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In this activity, learners separate the protein from milk and and use it to make their own glue.
Thumb Piano
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In this activity, learners explore sound by constructing a simple piano out of wood and craft sticks.