Ice on Earth - The Cryosphere
Learn about the cryosphere and how it is being impacted by climate change.
The Hidden Heroes of Hockey!
Ice Technicians use math and physics in order to keep the ice ready for hockey.
Why do oil and water not mix?
What chemistry determines how oil and water behave when mixed? Explore the mixing of oil and water and the density of liquids in this activity.
Why Do Ice Rinks Stay Frozen?
Every ice rink is an example of molecular bonding and gas laws at work!
What is the Water Cycle?
Students develop the skills of observing and recording observations as they explore how the water cycle works.
What is the best way to clean up an oil spill?
Learn about the properties of materials and the challenges of cleaning up an oil spill in this activity.
What happens when we mix liquids?
Mix it up! What happens when you mix different liquids? Learn about the properties of liquids as you get mixing.
Seasonal Activities: Winter
13 images of some activities that may happen in the winter such as snowboarding, skating and playing hockey on ice
Properties of Liquids and Solids
Students develop and apply observing, comparing & contrasting and predicting skills as they explore the properties of common liquids and solids.
Mystery Powders
Students investigate the properties of a variety of everyday solids (powders) and liquids to determine the identity of an unknown solid (mystery powder).
Is it a liquid or a solid?
Make some goop that has the properties of a liquid and a solid.
How much of an iceberg is on top of water?
In this hands on activity find out just how much of an iceberg is below the surface. It might surprise you!