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GLOBE Estonia: GLOBE Students Develop a Unique Board Game to Promote GLOBE and Science Research

Jan 30, 2025

The Estonian GLOBE community has developed a board game to promote the GLOBE Program and the world of research through various science questions. Students from 29 Estonian schools participated in creating the game.

The GLOBE board game is based on the four spheres studied in the program: atmosphere, biosphere, hydrosphere, and pedosphere. The game includes questions that test players' knowledge of science, the environment, and the GLOBE Program in general. It can be used as a teaching tool in both middle and high schools, offering students an educational and engaging experience. At the same time, the game provides an enjoyable way to spend time for anyone interested in the environment and science.

According to Laura Altin, GLOBE Estonia coordinator, the game was made possible through the active contributions of students. "The idea for the game came from the students, and they helped develop the concept, create questions, and test the board game. It is a pleasure to see that GLOBE students are so dedicated. Thanks to their efforts, the board game can bring more excitement and fun to other schools," Altin noted.

The board game was developed over several years during winter and autumn school days. It has been tested by teachers at the GLOBE Estonia Annual Teacher’s Seminar, while the English version was played by GLOBE Europe/Eurasia country coordinators and NASA representatives. The board game is available in both Estonian and English.

Last December, the game was introduced at six game events held at American information points in Narva, Viljandi, Kuressaare, and Tallinn, where students had the opportunity to try the game and provide feedback. Participants noted that the game effectively highlights the variety of GLOBE opportunities, as well as the interdisciplinary nature of the entire program.

In total, 240 people from 29 schools participated in creating the board game, which includes 250 questions. These were developed with contributions from the larger GLOBE Estonia community, including students, researchers, alumni, and teachers.

Learn more about GLOBE Estonia.