This video by Bill Nye demonstrates how the Sun and Earth’s rotation are involved in wind production. Video length 1:53.
Are you looking for a fresh set of STEM and nature activities to supplement your existing SAC programming? We have compiled 100+ games, videos, articles, and activities below to keep your students engaged in science — anytime, anywhere! Filter by language, SAC unit, or type to find the right activity.
This webpage highlights the diversity and functionality of bird feet.
Content Type: Digital Interactive
Recommended Grade Level: 6, 7, 8
Source: DK Findout
This hands on activity demonstrates why the sky is blue and the sunset is red.
Content Type: Activity
Recommended Grade Level: 7, 8
Source: Exploratorium
Watch this video about the benefits of adding bugs to our diets and use the discussion questions provided to lead a group discussion. Related activities are also provided.
Content Type: Activity, Video
Recommended Grade Level: 6, 7, 8
Source: California Academy of Sciences
Read how palm weevil larvae farmers are trying to bring this sustainable protein to the cities. Requires a free Newsela account.
Content Type: Article
Recommended Grade Level: 6, 7, 8
Source: Newsela, Guardian
Build your own bug mansion and attract a multitude of creepy crawlies to your garden.
Content Type: Activity
Recommended Grade Level: 6, 7, 8
Source: The Wildlife Trusts
This DIY project demonstrates one particular green technology by having youth create their own model green roofs.
Content Type: Activity
Recommended Grade Level: 6, 7, 8
This video on the California Academy of Sciences describes several of the technologies that make it one of the greenest museums in the world. Video length: 4:22.
Content Type: Video
Recommended Grade Level: 6, 7, 8
Source: Kohler
Watch a section of this video (12:40 — 18:30) as volunteers at a public school build out a butterfly garden that is already thriving with caterpillars and centipedes. Video length: 5:50.
Content Type: Video
Recommended Grade Level: 6, 7, 8
Source: Keys Moths
Artist Jane Kim describes creating a massive mural on bird diversity at Cornell Lab of Ornithology., This is a nice demonstration of how the arts and science can work together., Video length: 2:07.
Content Type: Video
Recommended Grade Level: 6, 7, 8
Source: Cornell Lab of Ornithology
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