DNA Extraction and Beaded Bracelets
Students are introduced to DNA, base pairs and genes and learn the anatomy of DNA by building a DNA beaded bracelet and extracting DNA from bananas.
Structures - 3 Pigs
Students build 3 houses - one of straws, one of sticks, and one of bricks - and then test each for strength.
Butterfly Biodiversity (Grade 2)
Student will get to learn about biodiversity by building a butterfly biodiversity mobile and watching a short clip of Butterflies and Pupae from the Carleton University Butterfly Show.
Storytime - What If There Were No Bees?
Read "What If There Were No Bees?" and learn about the importance of bees and cross-pollination.
Binary Beads
Explore binary code and how computers use it to store information.
Bridge Bonanza
Learn about strong and stable structures by building and testing bridges.
Budding Biologists - Virtual
Learn about the requirements for life, adaptations, habitats, and conservation.
Alternative Science Facts
Learn media literacy skills including the recognition of "fake news", critically analyze sources of information, and understand the impact of science communication on our lives
Storytime - Butterfly Life Cycle
Read "The Very Hungry Caterpillar" and learn about the different steps in the life cycle of a butterfly.
Testing Reaction Time with Rulers
Test your reaction time by catching a ruler.