Virtual Junior Curators: Colors
February 2021's theme was Colors!
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Discover how colors form, what causes the colorful lights of the aurora, and how scientists
use color to understand the world around us!
At Home Activities:
The links are all PDF documents.
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Create a Color Wheel: Explore how to mix colors by making a color wheel with play dough.
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Paper Chromatography: Discover how scientists use color to study materials.
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Aurora Chalk Art: Create your own artwork inspired by the northern lights.
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Aurora Bracelet: Make a bracelet to remind you of the colors of the aurora.
Left to Right: Aurora Chalk Art, Color Wheel, and Chromatography Examples.
Photos courtesy of Gail Priday.
Watch a how-to video: Aurora Chalk Art
For activities designed for kids ages 5 and under, go to our Virtual Early Explorers page.
For activities designed for the whole family, go to our Virtual Family Days page.