Hands-on Activities

Can you program Dot to get back to Earth?

Using Scratch, create a program that will get Dot back to Earth.

Can you debug these 3D shapes?

Using cubes, build a 3D shape based off of pictures taken from different perspectives.

Can you code a program with graph paper?

Create a code to travel from the start square to the end square of a graph paper or draw a picture.

How can I build an electromagnet that moves paperclips?

Design and build an electromagnet which can carry paperclips over a distance of one metre.

How can we land a model space probe?

Design and build a model space probe.

How can we build a structure that protects toy people from wind?

Design and build a structure that protects toy people from the wind.

Gordie Howe International Bridge: Fluor Project Between Detroit, Michigan and Windsor, Ontario

Build a Paper Bridge

Build and test a bridge made out of nothing but paper!

How can we make a paddle boat?

Make and test a model paddle boat and learn about potential and kinetic energy.

How can I tell which way is north at night?

Do you like to look at the stars? What can you identify in the night sky? Try finding some important constellations tonight!

What is white light?

Find out what happens if you spin the colours of the rainbow in this hands-on activity.

Why can we see shadows at night?

Take a walk after dark to find shadows.

How can I move water with just a comb?

Have you ever experienced static electricity? Like when you pull a wool sweater over your head in the winter? See what else static electricity can do in this hands-on activity.

What is the Greenhouse Effect?

Explore the greenhouse effect and learn about the impacts it can have on the environment.

How does water move up a plant?

Do an experiment with celery to learn about the structures that help plants take up water.

Is there a difference between baking powder and baking soda?

Explore acid-base chemical reactions that really get things bubbling in the kitchen!