This lesson will explore the phenomenon of ice cover as students learn about ways that winter is “shrinking” in the Great Lakes. They will engage with the science of phase changes as it relates to temperature.
Splitting logs, building canoes, and “uplifting” wedges! From axes to canoes to the forks we eat with, the Curious Crew gets a “cutting edge” look at the simple machine, the wedge!. STEM Challenge: Design a Mini-Canoe. Curious About Careers: Architectural Designer Tiffany Brown
The Curious Crew gets a kick out of learning the science of soccer! Dr. Rob and the kids take the field to learn about banana kicks, knuckleballs, and parries. STEM Challenge: Design a Mini-Foosball Table. Curious About Careers: Athletic Turf Manager Amy Fouty
It’s a bird! It’s a paper airplane! It’s science! The Curious Crew explores the aerodynamics behind different kinds of paper airplanes including boomerangs, gliders, darts, and nose-divers. STEM Challenge: Design a Paper Plane Launch System. Curious About Careers: Airline Pilot Emily Coaker