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In this design challenge activity, learners invent an emergency shelter that can fit a person and is sturdy and quick to build.

$10 - $20 per group Ages 8 - 14 30 to 45 minutes
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In this design challenge activity, learners add a jet-propulsion system (i.e. a balloon) to a blimp so it flies straight and far under its own power.

$5 - $10 per group Ages 8 - 14 45 to 60 minutes
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In this activity, learners mix up a bubbly brew and examine density. Learners explore how they can make different materials fall and rise in water using oil, water, and salt.

$1 - $5 per student Ages 6 - 11 5 to 10 minutes
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In this hands-on science experiment, students combine their understanding of the different states of matter and the characteristics of various chemical reactions.

$10 - $20 per group Ages 6 - 11 45 to 60 minutes
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In this simple and fun activity, learners build a tower of cups to explore distribution of weight. Learners make predictions about their towers and test their designs.

1 cent - $1 per student Ages 6 - 11 10 to 30 minutes