Living Things, Lobster Molts and Static Electricity! 

Explore with Monica & Mariela as they investigate the plants and animals that live in and around the California Science Center; observe what happens when a lobster gets too big for its exoskeleton; and discover the shocking truth about static electricity by doing a hands-on experiment!

Watch this episode

Related Activities & Downloads

Virtual Field Trip

Keep exploring with a Virtual Field Trip activity guide! Guides are available in English and Spanish, and activities do not require any special supplies or equipment.

• Garden Mystery Activity Guide

  • Student Guide ^(PDF) / Guía del Estudiante ^(PDF)
  • Interactive Game ^(PDF) / Juego Interactivo ^(PDF)
  • Teacher Guide ^(PDF) / Guía del Maestro ^(PDF)
  • Additional resources available on the Virtual Field Trip page: Diverse World- 2nd Grade Life Science.

Explore more Virtual Field Trips

Stuck at Home Science

Want to do the Stuck at Home Science activity, but need a little more guidance? Download the guide below for detailed instructions!

• Download the Activity Guide

  • Snake Charmer / Encantadores de Serpientes

Discover more Stuck at Home Science