Table 1 Survey items within each type of optional summer science experience

I did science experiments or activities at home.

I collected rocks, butterflies, bugs, or other things in nature.

I went to a science camp.

I visited a zoo, science museum, or science center.

I took care of a garden.

I went to a camp about making or engineering.

I watched TV programs about science topics (like Discovery Channel, MythBusters, Bill Nye, Sports Science, etc.).

I spent time in nature (woods/fields/water).

I went to a computer programming camp.

I read books about science or science fiction.

I built or took things apart (like motors, computers, clocks, etc.)

I went to science websites to look up information.