Scientists solve puzzles and crack codes. They ask big questions and come up with amazing answers. And guess what? They're looking for people just like you to work with them. That's what it means to be a citizen scientist!
Citizen scientists study all sorts of things, from the bacteria hiding in our belly buttons to objects zooming around in outer space. They work with professional scientists to make discoveries, record data and build knowledge that helps all of us. You may not have specialized training, but you don't need it! All you need is curiosity about the world around you and an eagerness to take action.
Explore a wide range of community science projects, learn about the experiences of kids who have taken part in them and discover how to pick the best project for you. Whoever you are, wherever you live and whatever you're interested in, there are endless fun citizen science projects just waiting for your participation!