Looking for hands-on STEM activities with a fall twist?

This Fall Pumpkin STEM Challenge Bundle includes engaging, open-ended tasks that combine science, engineering, and Depth & Complexity thinking tools. Perfect for October, fall units, or pumpkin week, these activities encourage students to problem-solve, design, and reflect using real-world thinking skills.

Aligned with the Depth & Complexity icons, each challenge supports higher-order thinking while making STEM fun and accessible for Grades 3–5.

🎃 What’s Included:

• 3–5 Hands-on Pumpkin STEM Challenges
  
• Printable Planning & Reflection Sheets
  
• Depth & Complexity prompts for each activity
  
• Teacher Directions and suggested materials
  
• Extension questions and writing connections
  
• Fall-themed design for seasonal engagement
  

🧠 Skills Covered:

✔️ Engineering Design Process
✔️ Scientific Observation & Data Collection
✔️ Problem Solving & Critical Thinking
✔️ Applying Depth & Complexity Icons
✔️ Collaborative and Independent Work

📚 Great For:

• Fall STEM Days or Pumpkin Week
  
• Science or Engineering Centers
  
• Gifted or Advanced Thinking Extensions
  
• Sub Plans or Early Finisher Tasks
  
• Project-Based Learning (PBL)