Dive into learning with the Georgia Aquarium's educational game
Explore the Georgia Aquarium's interactive educational game where kids build sand filters, guided by a helper fish, and dive into STEM learning through conservation and creativity.
Where conservation meets creativity
At the Georgia Aquarium, education and conservation go hand in hand—and now, they’re part of a game! Designed to make learning fun and interactive, this educational experience invites players to explore the inner workings of aquarium filtration systems while helping marine life thrive.
The challenge: build a sand filter
Sand filters are the heart of mechanical and biological filtration in aquariums. In this game, players are tasked with assembling a sand filter from scratch. It’s not just about clicking parts together—each component must be placed in the correct order to ensure clean water and happy fish. Get it wrong, and the system won’t run efficiently!
Meet your guide: the helper fish
To make the experience even more engaging, players are joined by a friendly, cleaner wrasse fish, who guides them through each step. This aquatic assistant offers tips, explains the science behind filtration, and ensures players stay on track as they build their systems.
STEM in action
This game is part of the Aquarium’s broader STEM initiative, which encourages kids to explore engineering concepts by building their own mini aquariums and homemade sand filters. It’s a hands-on way to inspire future conservationists and engineers while reinforcing the importance of protecting our natural resources.