Grades K–2 · Earth science
Dinosaurs
Students examine fossil casts and explore the differences in the teeth of herbivorous and carnivorous dinosaurs.
Explore this workshop →In-class science · San Diego
Little scientists.
Big discoveries.
Bring hands-on science right to your classroom. Explore, experiment, and turn “what if?” into “wow!” with Mad Science workshops.
Curiosity welcome here.
Hands-on discoveryStudents participate, test, and explore.
Science for your gradePreschool through upper-level workshops.
We come to youA science field trip in your own classroom.
Built for curious minds
Big fun. Real learning.
Choose a topic that supports what you’re teaching, and give students a memorable way to investigate it.
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Pick a discovery
From fossils and magnets to cells and DNA, find a topic suited to your learners.
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Make it hands-on
Engaging demonstrations and experiments encourage students to ask questions and try ideas.
03
Keep exploring
Teacher resources support follow-up learning and help extend discoveries beyond the visit.
A peek inside the possibilities
What will you discover?
Grades 3–6 · Physics
Electricity
Students get excited about electrons in this electricity workshop.
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Preschool · Life science
Butterflies
From the egg to the caterpillar to the winged beauties we can all identify, preschoolers will learn about the lifecycle of these wonderful insects.
Explore this workshop →For teachers & school planners
A little planning.
A whole lot of possibility.
Which workshop fits my students?
Browse themes by preschool, K–2, grades 3–6, or upper grades. Upper-level topics show their specific grade ranges; Heredity is designed for grades 5–8. Our team can help match your classroom goals to a topic.
Can a workshop support our curriculum?
The programming guide describes curriculum-correlated workshops aligned to STEM objectives, with teacher resources for extending learning. Tell us which concepts you are teaching so we can discuss a suitable program.
How long is a workshop, and how many students can attend?
Ask our San Diego team to confirm the duration and group size for your selected program and age group.
How far ahead should we book?
Our San Diego workshop page recommends booking 4–6 weeks before your preferred date. Contact us to discuss current availability.
Let’s make science happen
A big discovery.
A familiar classroom.
Tell us your grade level, class size, and curriculum goals. Our San Diego team will help you choose a workshop.