Science Design
for kids
Explore 10 trusted science design resources selected for curious kids, with clear ages, access details, and parent context.
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Engineering Investigators
Engineering Investigators is an Explora semester program for grades 3–5 using the engineering design process to build, test, and refine hands-on solutions while practising physics and critical thinking.
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Kids in Space 2026
Makers Empire’s 2026 Kids in Space programme showcases primary-school design-thinking and STEM projects addressing astronaut and space-exploration challenges, supported by Australian space and education partners.
Smithsonian Engineering and Technology Teaching Resources
Smithsonian engineering and technology resources connect museum collections and science stories with design, invention, engineering, and technology learning.
Smithsonian STEM²D Activities
The Smithsonian Science Education Center’s STEM²D collection provides interactive, standards-aligned science, technology, engineering, math, manufacturing, and design activities for ages 5–18.
Museum of Solutions
Mumbai’s Museum of Solutions is a large hands-on learning space where children explore STEAM, sustainability, design, systems thinking, and real-world challenges through exhibits and programmes.
The Works Museum
The Works Museum is a hands-on engineering museum for children ages 5–12 and their families, with interactive experiences, science and technology challenges, camps, and family visits.
Spaghetti Structures
A Science Museum Group engineering challenge where learners build a tall, strong tower from spaghetti and marshmallows while exploring structure and design.
KID Museum
KID Museum is a maker-learning organization where children and families explore coding, robotics, engineering, design, and creative problem-solving in studio and community programs.
UPMC Science Center at Whitaker Center
UPMC Science Center at Whitaker Center combines interactive exhibits, STEM design studios, scout workshops, sensory-friendly sessions, and toddler science exploration.
Kids Invent Stuff
Kids Invent Stuff is an engineering and invention video channel where children’s ideas become real builds and design challenges.
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