1. Rock and Mineral Collection: Encourage Tanner to start a collection of different rocks and minerals he can find in his local area. Document each specimen with information about its origin and characteristics.
  2. Weather Observation Journal: Have Tanner keep a daily journal recording the weather patterns he observes. He can include temperature, precipitation, and changes in the sky to analyze trends over time.
  3. Create a DIY Volcano: Tanner can build a small model of a volcano using simple materials and perform an experiment to demonstrate how eruptions occur using baking soda and vinegar.
  4. Virtual Earth Science Field Trips: Organize virtual tours of national parks, geological sites, or research centers that focus on Earth Science, allowing Tanner to explore the world from home.
  5. Plant Growth Experiment: Tanner can experiment with different soil types and conditions to observe how they affect plant growth, learning about ecosystems and the importance of soil.
  6. Create a Geological Timeline: Guide Tanner in making a timeline that outlines Earth's history, major geological events, and the evolution of life, giving him a visual representation of our planet's past.
  7. Earthquake Simulation Activity: Using a shake table, Tanner can create models of buildings and test their stability during simulated earthquakes, learning about seismic activity and engineering.
  8. Explore Local Ecosystems: Encourage Tanner to explore local parks or nature reserves to study ecosystems, observing plants and animals, and understanding biodiversity.
  9. Learn about Climate Change: Engage Tanner in discussions about climate change, its effects, and what individuals can do to help. He can create a poster or presentation to share with friends.
  10. Fun with Maps: Have Tanner create a variety of maps (topographic, political, thematic) to learn about geographical features and understand the importance of mapping in Earth Science.