Winter in Southern California can be quite variable, from lows
in the 30s to highs in the 80s. It's a rare time that children
can learn about the weather. Your budding meteorologist can
learn about the climate at a number of local museums that
feature hands-on scientific exhibits for children from toddlers
to teens. Getting a close look of the tree leaves at "Exploring
Trees Inside and Out" exhibit at the California Science Center.
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Children's Museum has an exhibit on Weather Wonders, an
interactive exploration of weather predicting and science.
Throughout the year, the museum features themed scientific
experiments, demonstrations and classes. Open daily. MORE
INFORMATION: 949-428-3900 or pretendcity.org Discovery Science
Center has more than 100 hands-on science-related exhibits
divided into themed areas. Kids can make their own airy
creations at the Cloud Ring, while in the Hurricane Simulator
they can experience forceful winds. Learn environmental