Spotlight on Sources:
Welcome to Renzulli Learning’s Spotlight on Sources, some of our most engaging resources to excite and inspire your students!
Renzulli Learning has Enrichment Activities for every occasion and every subject! Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics are all an important part of any student’s education and our Curators have scoured the internet searching for the best STEM resources out there! Check out some of our favorites below.
Don’t forget, if you want to assign a weekly activity simply search the title of the weekly activity from your Teacher Dashboard and then send the activity to a student as a favorite!
To locate these activities within Renzulli Learning:
Under the 'Teach' navigation, click 'Search'.
On the Search page, type in the title of the activity you would like to locate.
For more ideas to infuse enrichment activities with your curriculum, please visit the Unit Supplements on the Teacher Site, under “Teach.” We can also link these enrichment resources to your regular curriculum if you send us a theme or topic.
K-2
Heat and Energy
Science
What is heat? Heat is change and heat is energy! Learn all about Heat and Energy in this booklet! Try some activities, and see if you can answer some questions on this "hot" topic.
American Museum of Natural History: Cosmic Cookies
Science
Follow the directions to make miniature planets that look just like the real thing. When you're done, eat 'em! No baking is required to make these delicious Cosmic Cookies. See how many of each planet's features you can include.
Math Games from Freudenthal Institute
Mathematics
3-5
Ducksters Education Site: Wind Energy Technology
Science
There are two types of wind turbines: one with a vertical axis and one with a horizontal axis. Read about each of these turbines to find out how they work!
African American Inventors
Technology
Venture through history with this timeline! Meet great African American inventors who pioneered modern technology. Click the link to read more about notable African American inventors!
Cotton Ball Catapult
Science
6-9
SiEdu: Design It Yourself: Design a Streetscape
Engineering
Check out this Design Challenge from the Smisonian! Follow the steps to design a streetscape by clicking through each slide. View objects that have been on display in various exhibitions.
Engineering
Check out this Design Challenge from the Smisonian! Follow the steps to design a streetscape by clicking through each slide. View objects that have been on display in various exhibitions.
NASA STEM Engagement: Field Trip to the Moon Educator Guide
Science
Science
You have heard about America's trips to the moon, but what was it like to be on those missions? One of the crew members from Apollo 17 has written his own personal account for your enjoyment. Get an autobiographical story of a mission to the moon, as well as its future implications for mankind.
25 Makerspace Projects For You!
Engineering
Engineering
Have you ever wanted to try a makerspace project but aren't quite sure where to start? Here are 25 projects that might just be for you! Some projects may require an adult's help gathering supplies, but most have supplies you can find in your home or classroom! Plus it's a great way to upcycle items you don't need anymore! Which activity is your favorite?
10-12
Careers in Aeronautics
Science
Science
When you see a plane flying in the sky, do you ever wonder who built it? What happens when the plane needs a new wing, who fixes it? Discover the different positions needed to design, build, fly, and maintain airplanes at this site!
Cities and Buildings Database at the University of Washington
Engineering
Engineering
Are you interested in architecture or urban planning? Search this collection for photographs and information on buildings and cities around the world! Search by country to find different international resources, or by keyword to search a specific style, building name, or historic period.
Amazonia
Science
Science
Explore the Amazon River basin at Amazonia! This exhibit in the Smithsonian National Zoo is at your fingertips with this virtual field trip. Read about recent news in the park, check out pictures, and watch live action on the webcam. See fish in the river, bears, and giant anteaters.
Thanks for being a part of the Renzulli Learning family and we hope you find these resources helpful.
Your Renzulli Learning Team