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At Home Family Science & Engineering

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Click the links for information on activities the whole family can do

Science Outside

“…spending time in nature keeps us grounded and centered during challenging times.” – Z. Hammond

General Walks
Grade Level Specific Explorations

Water Explorations

Surface Tension (2 options)
Fresh vs. Salt Water (3 options)

Engineering Adventures

Paper Towers Challenger (3 Options)
More Paper Challenges (6 options + extension)
Foil & Cardboard Challenges (5 options)
Hoop Glider

Exploring Chemical Reactions (w/adult help!)

Homemade Silly Putty
Make Plastic Milk
Colorful Milk
Cleaning Pennies with Vinegar

Other websites you might explore

Exploratorium
Mystery Science: Open-and-go lessons that inspire kids to love science.
The Smithsonian Institute: Fun Stuff for Kids Online
Mystery Doug: Show a video every week that inspires your students to ask questions.

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