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In this activity, learners use molecular model kits to construct familiar molecules like lactose, caffeine, and Aspirin.

Over $20 per student Ages 11 - adult 30 to 45 minutes
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Learners construct a bracelet containing two strands of beads, which represents a double strand of DNA that codes for a gene. They match beads to the bases in a section of a chimp's DNA code.

1 cent - $1 per student Ages 6 - 18 10 to 30 minutes
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In this activity, learners work in partners to create and exchange messages written in Braille. Learners use a Braille key and thumbtacks to write their messages in Braille.

free Ages 8 - 14 10 to 30 minutes
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Learners roll their fingerpads in ink pads, and then press their fingerprints onto balloons. Learners inflate the balloons to produce enlarged versions of their fingerprints.

1 cent - $1 per student Ages 4 - 14 5 to 10 minutes
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In this activity, learners observe the hydrologic cycle in action as water evaporates and condenses to form rain right before their eyes.

1 cent - $1 per group Ages 4 - 14 10 to 30 minutes
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In this activity, learners explore how molecules must fit together, like a lock and key, in order to identify each other and initiate a new function as a combined unit.

$1 - $5 per group Ages 8 - 11 45 to 60 minutes
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In this experiment, learners examine the way oil affects bird feathers and test different cleanup methods to find out which works best.

$1 - $5 per group Ages 6 - 14 10 to 30 minutes
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In this activity, learners discover how sweating makes us feel cooler. Learners put on one damp sock and one dry sock and sit in front of a fan.

free Ages 4 - 14 5 to 10 minutes
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Make your own spin art device using an old record player! Notice patterns and effects the spinning movement has on your work. When finished, post your work to the Spin Art Gallery!

$1 - $5 per student Ages 4 - 8 10 to 30 minutes
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In this quick activity (page 1 of the PDF under SciGirls Activity: California Fish), learners will build a simple Cartesian Diver in an empty 2-liter bottle.

1 cent - $1 per group Ages 8 - 14 10 to 30 minutes
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In this activity, young learners go on a walk with caregivers and use their senses to observe nature with the help of scavenger hunt sheet.

free Ages 4 - 8 10 to 30 minutes
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Spin a short piece of PVC pipe that's been marked up, and watch a triangle appear. Enjoy this optical illusion from the Exploratorium's Science Snack series.

free Ages 4 - 18 5 to 10 minutes
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In this activity and game, learners will train to improve balance and spatial awareness by performing throwing and catching techniques on one foot.

free Ages 8 - 14 1 to 4 weeks
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In this activity, learners explore how engineering has impacted the development of bridges over time, including innovative designs and the challenge of creating bridges that become landmarks for a cit

$1 - $5 per group Ages 8 - 18 1 to 2 hours
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In this optics activity, learners use a shoebox, colored cellophane and sunlight to "change" the colors of gumballs. Learners will be surprised when the green and blue gumballs appear black!

$1 - $5 per student Ages 6 - 11 10 to 30 minutes
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In this online version of the classic paper and pencil game, learners practice looking ahead to anticipate an opponent's move.

1 cent - $1 per student Ages 6 - 11 5 to 10 minutes
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In this activity, learners build a slide whistle using PVC pipe, bamboo skewer, and piece of foam. Construction of the instrument is relatively simple.

$1 - $5 per student Ages 6 - 18 10 to 30 minutes
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In this activity (p.14-15 of PDF), learners discover the concepts of competition and limiting factors as they relate to plant and animal communities.

$1 - $5 per student Ages 4 - 11 10 to 30 minutes
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This activity aims to stimulate discussion on the question of whether computers can exhibit “intelligence,” or are ever likely to do so in the future.

free Ages 11 - 18 10 to 30 minutes
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In this activity, learners participate in several full-body interactive games to model the process of self-assembly in nature and nanotechnology.

$1 - $5 per student Ages 4 - adult 10 to 30 minutes