Activities for Teens There are 73 items.
This collection is specially curated for teen (ages 13-18) patrons. It holds a mix of earth science, engineering, biology, and astronomy activities.
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Plants Count
Patrons take a close look at local habitats and survey them to determine if animals have enough resources 0
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This Bitter Be Good
Why do some people like broccoli, while other people hate it? Patrons learn about how specific human genes determine if a person can taste bitter compounds in certain vegetables, and test to see if they have it by tasting PTC (phenylthiocarbamide). 0
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Breathing Room
Patrons test their lung capacity and learn about how doctors use lung function tests to monitor people with asthma by blowing in a balloon and measuring the circumference 0
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Science Cooks
Patrons investigate the nutritional health of their favorite foods and create their own healthy granola snack 0
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Sorting Solutions
Patrons design a multitiered chute that can sort different sizes and shapes of pasta into separate containers. 0
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Birds and Blooms: Recycled Planter
Patrons design and build a hanging planter out of recycled materials 0
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Light Bulb Challenge
Patrons learn about energy efficiency by comparing incandescent light bulbs to compact fluorescent light bulbs 0
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High Tech Fashion
Patrons learn about circuits while engaging in fashion design by using conductive thread to make wearable designs that light up! 0
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Keep Out!
Ever wonder about how to keep a pesky sibling out of your room? This activity teaches patrons about electric circuits by creating simple alarm systems on your doormat! 0
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Multitasking Mania
How good are you at multitasking? Scientists disagree over whether or not our brain is effective at doing many tasks at once. This activity tests your brain's ability to do more than one thing at a time 0
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House Warming
In this design challenge, patrons experiment with passive solar heat and create models of houses that can stay warm in the winter and cool in the summer 0
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Going Green
What happens to trash after we throw it away? Unfortunately it doesn't just disappear. This activity helps patrons to understand how to be more efficient at reducing waste as they come up with a plan to clean up their community! 0
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