![How do scuba divers sink?](/sites/default/files/2019-08/how-do-scuba-divers-sink.jpg)
How do scuba divers sink?
Hands-on Activities
It’s not easy to dive deep underwater. How do divers get down deep? Learn how scuba divers manipulate density to move up and down in this hands on activity.
![How does detergent work?](/sites/default/files/2019-08/how-does-detergent-work.jpg)
How does detergent work?
Hands-on Activities
Become a pro at washing dishes! Learn how the chemical structure of detergent makes it perfect for attracting grease and grime.
![Paddleboat on the Fraser River, BC](/sites/default/files/2020-04/paddleboat_fraser_river.jpg)
How can we make a paddle boat?
Hands-on Activities
Make and test a model paddle boat and learn about potential and kinetic energy.
![Swivel hook fastener](/sites/default/files/styles/resource_card_image_360x300_/public/2019-12/Swivel_hook_fastener.jpg?itok=34zccOHQ)
Exploring Objects, Materials and Fasteners
Lessons
Students identify and sort objects, including fasteners, according to material and purpose.
![How can I build a rollercoaster?](/sites/default/files/2019-08/how-can-i-build-a-roller-coaster.jpg)
How can I build a rollercoaster?
Hands-on Activities
Try your hand at building a “super coaster” using materials around your home.
![How can I get a quarter through a dime sized hole?](/sites/default/files/2019-08/how-can-i-get-a-quarter-through-a-dime-sized-hole.jpg)
How can I get a quarter through a dime sized hole?
Hands-on Activities
Can you think like an engineer? Try to solve a tricky size and shape problem in this activity.
![How can I make a bottle rocket?](/sites/default/files/2019-08/how-can-i-make-a-bottle-rocket.jpg)
How can I make a bottle rocket?
Hands-on Activities
Use a pop bottle and other everyday materials to create a rocket that you can launch outdoors.
![Bee exiting a bee house](/sites/default/files/styles/resource_card_image_360x300_/public/2019-12/Bee_exiting_a_bee-house.jpg?itok=93hHiCWz)
Design & Build a Bee House
Lessons
Students will learn about the human impacts on bee populations as they design, test, build and observe a structure for solitary bees.
![Sunken boat](/sites/default/files/styles/resource_card_image_360x300_/public/2019-10/Sunken_boat.jpg?itok=6LslrCNu)
Design & Build a Floating Device
Lessons
Students work collaboratively to design and build a floating device.
![Shoe tread (aligraham, Pixabay)](/sites/default/files/styles/resource_card_image_360x300_/public/2019-11/Shoe_tread.jpg?itok=6Xi0pdSA)
Design & Build a Non-Slip Boot Tread
Lessons
Students work collaboratively to design and build a boot tread that will use friction to prevent slipping on an incline.
![Skyscrapers](/sites/default/files/styles/resource_card_image_360x300_/public/2019-12/Skyscrapers.jpg?itok=HXAo4mHr)
Tall Towers & Sustainable Cities
Lessons
Students will design and build a model apartment building and learn how buildings such as these can be a solution for suburban sprawl.
![Taj Mahal, Agra, India Taj Mahal, Agra, India](/sites/default/files/styles/resource_card_image_360x300_/public/tajmahal.jpg?itok=25sWjqfu)
Buildings: Around The World
Picture Collections
13 images of some buildings from around the world including where they are located such as the Taj Mahal in Agra, India
![Apprentice Plumber At Construction Site Apprentice Plumber At Construction Site](/sites/default/files/styles/resource_card_image_360x300_/public/Apprentice-Plumber-on-Site.jpg?itok=IpfI8cf5)
Buildings: Construction Site
Picture Collections
10 images of buildings in various stages of construction, some equipment being used and some people who work on construction sites
![Can we make butter?](/sites/default/files/2019-08/can-we-make-butter.jpg)
Can we make butter?
Hands-on Activities
Do you like butter? Find out how easy it is to make!
![Working on Planning Drawings Working on Planning Drawings](/sites/default/files/styles/resource_card_image_360x300_/public/wopd.jpg?itok=2JP4eJbF)
Careers: Architect
Picture Collections
5 images of some work that architects do such as designing buildings and making blueprints