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Experiment with AI Image Recognition and Computer Vision

July 7, 2026 6:00 AM

Explore AI and machine learning for image-based identification and classification systems that make use of computer vision and AI's strength in pattern detection. Flexible STEM in Summer Summer break offers flexible time for STEM, including family activities and student-led deep dives. The out-of-school months invite students to experiment in STEM areas of personal interest, either pursuing topics that may not come up in the typical school year or… Read more

Student AI and Machine Learning Projects

July 2, 2026 6:00 AM

Student science projects to explore AI, machine learning, and artificial intelligence algorithms. Explore Cutting-edge Science with AI Projects Have you had a chat with a chatbot or used ChatGPT? Advancements in image- and text-creation tools have brought artificial intelligence (AI) into mainstream conversations. No longer is AI stuck in the realm of science fiction books and movies! AI is an increasingly prevalent and important part of our world, with uses ranging from medical diagnoses… Read more

Middle School Student Creates Renewable Energy from Organic Waste

June 30, 2026 8:00 AM

This middle school student explored real-world renewable energy with a biofuel project for the science fair. Clean Energy at the Science Fair Sara Angarita will soon be starting eighth grade in Bucaramanga, Colombia. For the last three years, she has participated in the school science fair with projects from Science Buddies. This year, she explored biofuels and won first place at her school science fair after advancing from classroom… Read more

Beaches and Sand Science Projects

June 29, 2026 6:00 AM

Combine fun in the sand with hands-on science experiments and activities to learn more about beaches, sand, and preventing ocean pollution. STEM Experiments to Learn More About Beaches and Sand Heading to a local beach can be lots of fun. Whether you enjoy walking on the firm sand by the water's edge or playing in softer sand, beaches have plenty of sand to go around. But where does sand come from? What happens to sand when the tides move in and out?… Read more

Summer Science Activities for July 4 STEM Fun

June 24, 2026 6:00 AM

Celebrate 4th of July or summer with hands-on science activities! Five Fun Picks for 4th of July Science! Independence Day celebrations often include colorful nighttime fireworks, noisy parades, and refreshing summer treats. Add a STEM twist to the your summer celebrations with one of these five hands-on science activities: Make a Kazoo: this simple noisemaker will fit right in at a local parade Launching Homemade Baking Soda Rockets: these… Read more

10 Projects to Get Started with Breadboards!

June 23, 2026 9:00 AM

Using a breadboard is an important "next step" in exploring circuits and electronics STEM projects. Try one of these ten Science Buddies projects to get to know your breadboard and start building circuits with confidence. Breadboards! A simple way to take circuits and electronics projects to the next level! Students who are just getting started with electronics often begin with basic circuits that connect batteries directly to motors or LEDs (like the… Read more

Everyday AI: Recipes, Flashcards, and More

June 18, 2026 6:00 AM

Explore prompt engineering and AI agents with projects related to food science, money management, and study prep. Flexible STEM in Summer Summer break offers flexible opportunities for STEM, including family activities and student-led deep dives. The out-of-school months invite students to experiment in STEM areas of personal interest, either pursuing topics that may not come up in the typical school year or exploring more deeply than the school… Read more

Make a Game of It! Explore AI with Games

June 9, 2026 6:00 AM

Explore game-based AI projects for older students and creative AI-powered game design activities for younger learners. Flexible STEM in Summer Summer break offers flexible time for STEM, including family activities and student-led deep dives. The out-of-school months invite students to experiment in STEM areas of personal interest, either pursuing topics that may not come up in the typical school year or exploring more deeply than the school… Read more

Explore Ocean Science!

June 1, 2026 8:00 AM

Teach students about various ocean sciences topics, including density, acidification, ocean circulation, the impact of rising temperatures and the melting of polar ice, and more. Students exploring ocean sciences learn about the formation of the ocean, the role of the ocean in the Earth's water cycle, the importance of the ocean as a habitat, and how the ocean fits into sustainability goals for the future. Ocean Sciences Lessons, Projects, and… Read more

Boredom Busters: STEM Activities for End-of-Year and Summer Fun

May 28, 2026 9:00 AM

As the end of the school year approaches, these activities can be great fillers in between testing, in odd spaces in your schedule, or just for general end-of-the-year fun. These activities also are perfect for summer STEM in a variety of settings. 8 Free STEM Ideas to Fill End-of-Year Time The final weeks of the school year often mean varied schedules and pockets of time in the classroom that can be hard to fill. The activities featured here use… Read more

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