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More fun for families!
Check out the Family Activities Around Ithaca page for a listing of places to go, things to do, and other resources for parents.
Upcoming events at the Tompkins County Public LIbrary
Nature Activities from the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation
What kinds of work do people do at Cornell University? Some of the coolest jobs you can imagine happen here!
Join us for three weeks of exciting virtual programs for K-12 kids as part of the national "Bring A Child To Work Day" celebrations. Learn to navigate the solar system, program a microcontroller, identify birds, cook up a mini yogurt parfait, tour a Cornell University Police squad car, practice some new yoga moves, and much more!
Consider reviewing one of these career information booklets (published by the national foundation) with your child as an introduction to discussing careers.
- Careers Are Everywhere: geared toward younger children
- Career Activities & Games: geared toward older elementary kids
Questions? Please contact bring_a_child@cornell.edu
Activity Center: Check out all the fun at home activities !
Science and Nature for cooped up kids!
Sponsored by the Lab of O.
Being in nature decreases stress and boosts creativity. Encourage kids to complete the outside portions of these activities as much as possible, especially with spring approaching! With engaging, self-paced slideshows, these activities can be self-guided for kids in grades 3-8, while K-2 learners will probably need an adult guide.
Click here to access activities!
Upcoming event: Stories of the People - May 14th
Sponsored by the Lab of O.
Join us at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology as Perry Ground recounts traditional Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) legends that have been told for hundreds of years and showcases the birds, beliefs, customs, and history of the Haudenosaunee people.
Click here to learn more. No registration required!
Johnson Museum of Art Coloring Book
Sponsored by Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art
Enjoy coloring beautiful works of art from all over the world!
Make Your Own Healthy Snacks
Sponsored by Cornell Wellness
Spend a few minutes with Erin from Cornell Wellness learning how to make your very own hummus! For those with a sweet tooth, Erin will also show us how to create a mini yogurt parfait. After you're done creating these tasty meals review the Mix and Match Healthy Snack guide for all your future snack ideas!
Watch "Mix & Match Healthy Snacking Cook Along"
Stretching With The Family
Sponsored by Cornell Wellness
Join Ruth, Associate Director for Cornell Wellness, as she walks you and your family through a relaxing meditation and stretching exercise.
Watch "Stretching With the Family"
Science Activity Videos
Sponsored by Cornell Center for Materials Research
Did you know you can extract the DNA from a strawberry right in your own home? Learn about chemistry as you make your own rock candy! Have fun with physics and bubbles! Check out these and other cool science activity videos led by graduate students with the Cornell Center for Materials Research.
Check Out Science Activity Videos
Safety Activity Sheets
Sponsored by Cornell University Police Department
Learn strategies for dealing with bullying behavior, help McGruff solve a crossword puzzle, and learn about how to identify trusted adults and use critical-thinking skills.
- Bullying activity sheet (Grades 1-2, appropriate for an adult-led group)
- McGruff Crossword
- Strangers activity sheet (Grades K-1, adult-led discussion)
It's Nesting Time!
Sponsored by Cornell Lab of Ornithology
Learn how you can be a citizen scientist and properly report bird nesting activity using NestWatch. Make sure to read about how to avoid disturbing birds when monitoring their nests. By following the NestWatch protocol and learning more about identifying nests and eggs, you can safely monitor and minimize this risk to our bird friends. Before starting, please also read the nest monitor’s Code of Conduct.
Shelter in Space Resource Portal
Sponsored by Cornell University Spacecraft Planetary Image Facility
- Check out SPIF's K-12 YouTube channel loaded with cool activities and resources for budding space explorers, including how to make a comet, conversations with scientists, DIY holograms, and more!
- What's in your #NASAMoonKit? If you were going on a mission to the moon, what would you bring with you?
- Train Like An Astronaut: Learn about what astronauts do to get ready for a mission, and activities you can try yourself!
Animal Matching Activity Sheet
Sponsored by the Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art
Do you know what animals these artworks represent? Match them up, and then try some of the creative art ideas for fun!
Download Animal Matching Activity Sheet
Surf Safely
Sponsored by Cornell University Police Department
Help Scruff surf the internet safely by leading him through this maze without encountering any dangerous messages.
Download Scruff's Surfing Safely Maze
Workout With Your Kids
Sponsored by Cornell Wellness
Let’s get up and moving! Join Kerri Johnson, Instructor for Cornell Wellness, in a heart-pounding fun workout for the whole family!
Yoga With Your Family
Sponsored by Cornell Wellness
Time to breathe, relax, stretch, and focus. Enjoying this invigorating yoga class with Kerri Johnson, Instructor for Cornell Wellness, and her family.
Traditions of Quilting
Sponsored by Cornell Library Mann-U-Factory
Learn about the traditions of African-American quilting featuring associate professor and fiber artist Riché Richardson and local fiber artist Heather Stewart and about how to draw out quilt squares to learn traditional patterns by TCPL makerspace librarian Cady Fontana. Co-sponsored with Tompkins County Public Library.
Social Media Test Drive
Sponsored by Cornell Social Media Lab
Learn and practice digital literacy and citizenship skills with Social Media TestDrive! TestDrive is a social media simulation platform that children can safely explore with parents and educators to learn about digital citizenship topics. The platform was developed by the Cornell Social Media Lab in partnership with Common Sense Education.
Take the Social Media Test Drive
CUPD K9 Training Video
Sponsored by Cornell University Police Department
Police dogs and their handlers show off their skills tracking, sniffing out danger, and finding lost things and people.
Math Explorer's Club (Grades 8-12)
Sponsored by the Department of Mathematics
The Math Explorer's Club, led by Cornell graduate students, introduces new mathematical concepts and problem-solving strategies to grades 8-12 students. Register now for the Probabilistic Games coming up on Saturday, April 24.
A Home In The Trees: Features of a Good Bird House
Sponsored by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology
Let's continue our education about our feathered friends - check out these tips for building a great home for birds.
Features of a Good Bird House Infographic
Exploring Nature Through Sound and Music
Sponsored by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology
The world is always singing, you just have to tune in -- this recorded lecture from the Cornell Lab of Ornithology's Bird Academy features a mixmaster host DJ who lays down animal sounds you can dance to! Plus a panel of Cornell researchers who answer questions and discuss their work recording birds and animals all over the world. Check out the rest of the Bird Academy's fascinating programs!
Watch Exploring Nature Through Sound and Music
Make A No-Sew Cornell Sock Bear
Sponsored by the Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art
You can make your own adorable stuffed bear with these simple supplies - no experience necessary! Two old socks, rubber bands or string, scrap paper or cotton balls, scissors, marker.
Tour A CUPD Squad Car
Sponsored by the Cornell University Police Department
Office Camilli takes you on a tour of his "office" when he's on patrol on campus.
How Well Do You Know Your Bike Safety?
Sponsored by the Cornell University Police Department
Download this quiz sheet and see how much you know about being safe with your bike (hint: answers are at the bottom!)
SSign
Sign Safety
Sponsored by the Cornell University Police Department
Do you know your traffic signs? Download this quiz sheet and test your sign skills!
Family Fitness Time
Sponsored by Cornell Wellness
Let's get up and move together as a family! Join our Wellness instructors for another fun-filled workout.
Build Your Own Pizza
Sponsored by Cornell Dining
Kyle Pluckrose from Cornell Dining takes you on a tour of the kitchen at Appel Commons and shows you how to make your own delicious pizza from scratch! You can also use a store-bought crust, or a bagel or English muffin, too. Download the recipe below and have your ingredients ready for a tasty treat!
Watch Build Your Own Pizza Video
Sustainable Landscapes Trail Virtual Tour
Sponsored by Cornell Botanic Gardens
Take a virtual walk along the Sustainable Landscapes Trail and learn about the many benefits humans gain from the natural environment and from properly-functioning ecosystems. If you’re near campus, you can enjoy a self-guided tour on your mobile device.
Take a Virtual Sustainable Landscape Tour
Secret Gardens of Cornell
Sponsored by Cornell Grounds
Join Dan Schied, Director of Cornell Grounds, for a virtual insider's tour of Cornell's beautiful "secret gardens!"
Discover Cornell's Secret Gardens
How Does Lake Source Cooling Work?
Sponsored by Cornell Lake Source Cooling Facility
Join Josh LaPenna, Plant Manager, and learn how Cornell keeps campus buildings cool and energy-efficient by using water from Cayuga Lake, including a behind-the-scenes virtual tour of the plant.
Virtual Tour of Cornell's Hydroelectric Plant
Did you know Cornell's hydro project was started all the way back in 1898? Learn about the history of hydro at Cornell, and how it continues to power the University. This presentation is a narrated Powerpoint file (you'll need Powerpoint to view it); click on the speaker icon on the bottom right of each page to hear the narration.