Science Hands-on
for kids
Explore 15 trusted science hands-on resources selected for curious kids, with clear ages, access details, and parent context.
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Hamilton Children's Museum
Hands-on galleries and self-directed play that help young children learn through imagination, movement, and discovery.
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Ontario Science Centre At Home
Science experiments, family activities, virtual events, and K-12 learning resources from the Ontario Science Centre.
Children's Museum of Atlanta
Hands-on exhibits, making, art, science, and family learning experiences for children ages 2 to 8.
CU Museum Family Activities
Free science, nature, art, and family activities from the University of Colorado Museum of Natural History.
FIRST LEGO League
A guided robotics and STEM program where children build, code, collaborate, and solve real-world challenges.
Howtosmile
Free, searchable STEM activities from museums, public media, universities, and educational organisations for families and educators.
Questacon Early Childhood Activities
Hands-on science experiences and activity ideas for young children in Canberra, with play-based investigation and discovery.
Catalyst Science Discovery Centre
Interactive science and technology exhibits, workshops, shows, and galleries for children, families, and school groups.
Discovery Education Virtual Field Trips
Free virtual field trips and DE Docs that take K-12 learners to real places and topics with educator guides and hands-on activities.
Explore & More Children's Museum
Play-based exhibits and family learning experiences that invite children to explore, imagine, and build confidence.
Kids in Parks
Free outdoor adventures, TRACK Trail activities, e-Adventures, brochures, and nature challenges that help families explore parks together.
Science World
A Vancouver science centre with hands-on exhibits, live shows, family programs, digital learning, and educator resources.
Spark! Imagination and Science Center
A hands-on children's museum and science center where young children experiment, create, build, and explore.
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