Explore this page for an eclectic array of livestreams, science-centric games, videos, and DIY projects to help you stay learning and engaged, wherever you are.
Explore our latest picks for at-home and livestreaming science content.
Snapshot Cal Coast
Ready? Set? Snap! This June, help document California's coastal biodiversity by joining a bioblitz near you.
Science @ Home
The Plants to Pixels Project
Volunteers wanted! Help us digitize our botany collection by transcribing specimen labels in your spare time.
Claude Cam
The Academy's most famous resident—now streaming! Keep tabs on Claude the alligator as he patrols the Swamp.
Phenomena
Explore our new blog for animal stories, science updates, and aha! moments from the Academy and beyond.
Watch: Our video collections are binge-worthy for science-lovers of all ages.
Video Library
Press play on the latest discoveries, animal insights, and "aha!" moments from Academy scientists.
Planetarium Programs (Livestreamed)
Join us on Facebook for a livestreamed tour of the Universe, the last Wednesday of every month at 4:30 pm PT.
NightSchool
NightSchool is currently paused, but you can press play on 94 (!) recorded livestreams on our YouTube playlist.
Academy Breakfast Club (Livestreamed)
Live, weekly mini-classes with Academy experts! 1/27: Shannon Bennett takes your questions on kids and vaccines.
Learn: Turn your living room into a classroom—or science lab!—with STEM activities and resources.
2025 Pocket Almanac
Download our 2025 Pocket Almanac to stay up-to-date on eclipses, meteor showers, satellite spottings, and more.
Distance Learning
Meet Academy educators online from your home or classroom via interactive livestreams for K-8 students.
Science Lesson Plans
Find science activities to focus your field trip or lessons to integrate into your yearly curriculum.
Activities Using Household Materials
You already have everything you need to embark on a DIY science adventure! Includes activities for K-12.
Play: Brain need a break? De-stress with these digital delights. (Warning: You may still learn something.)
Macro Color
See color on a different scale as you zoom in on butterfly wings, iridescent beetles, bird feathers, and more.
bioGraphic
Explore the Academy's award-winning online magazine for in-depth reporting from the world's wildest places.
Downloadable Zoom Backgrounds
Download over a dozen beautiful Academy-themed video and photo backgrounds to spruce up your digital habitat.
Cornucopia
In this game, students level up the farm with green technology to meet the space and water needs of their crops.
