Classroom Activities
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Modeling the Coriolis Effect
The Coriolis effect can be a tough concept to explain, but it's fairly easy to model. Try this simple and inexpensive balloon activity. View »
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Volcano in the Classroom
Here’s a safe, easy, and vivid interpretation of a classic activity that won’t break the budget. All you’ll need are a few common items—a beaker, sand, water, a candle, and a hot plate. View »
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Air Pollution: Tropospheric Ozone, Particulates, and Indoor Carbon Dioxide
"Bad" ozone, dangerous particulates, and significant CO2 buildup—in and around your school! Access a series of field tests students can use to measure your school’s tropospheric ozone levels and the number of deposited particulates in different locations, and to study how carbon dioxide concentrations indoors vary throughout the school day. View »
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Experiencing Air Pollution Through Inquiry
Inquiring minds want to know: how does air pollution effect plants? With this activity your students can learn about the acute effects caused by common urban pollutants. View »
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In a Fog? Cloud Formation
Use this activity to explore the reasons for cloud formation. View »
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Making a Scientific Claim: Ocean Acidification
Students can use this graphic organizer to write an argument for decreasing atmospheric CO2. View »
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Hydroponic Nutrient Solution
After a structured investigation of a hydroponic technology, students design an experiment to test different nutrient solutions. View »
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