The following lessons and activities provide extension challenges for students of all elementary ages. Activities are organized by subject area and contain all information to complete a variety of fun projects.
Topics | Title | Grade/Age Level | Concepts |
Astronomy | 6-12 years | constellations | |
Earth Science | 6-11 years | plants; plant characteristics; taxonomy; classification | |
Chemistry | How can I make my old pennies look like new? | 6-11 years | chemical reactions; oxidation; metals |
Environmental Science | Life Science | How do I construct a terrarium? | 6-11 years | transpiration; plants; ecology; water; evaporation; condensation; energy; plant needs |
Science | Build a jitterbug | 6-12 years | how electric circuit works |
Outdoor Activity | Family Scavenger Hunt | 6-10 years | — |
Math | How tall will you be? | Grades 4-8 | Predict your adult height using today’s height. |
Math | What a zoo? | Grades 4-8 | Examine bar graphs that represent the same data but use different scales. |