Spark!Lab is a hands-on invention activity center at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History in Washington, DC,. The fun activities incorporate history, science, engineering, technology, and art to help kids and families learn about the history and process of invention. Young visitors can play games, conduct science experiments, explore inventors’ notebooks, and even invent! Lab bench experiments are offered at 11:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 1:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., and 3:00 p.m.

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This online exhibit from the Smithsonian focuses on satellite images of the planet,with interactive pages on the categories: the living planet, water and air, structure of the land, the human presence, and satellite technology. Educators can also find a number of helpful lesson plans for different grade levels and online resources.

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