we want to know

In 2008, we partnered with a 2nd grade class at Smithville Elementary for our "We Want to Know" questions. Students were encouraged to ask questions about nature with emphasis on things they remembered from their visits with us. Throughout the school year, we highlighted the students' questions by providing facts, fun images, and a photograph of the student who asked the question. Enjoy these archives.

Hezekiah and Jada ask -
Are there any daddy animals in our area that care for their eggs like the Emperor Penguins do in Antartica?

Christian and Justin ask -
How does a cactus survive with just a little bit of water when other plants need water to survive?

Kellie asks - What is in the center of a tornado and is it hot or cold inside there?

Grace asks -
How are planets formed?

Kyle asks -
How are thunderbolts made?