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"I used this resource for my 9th grade tech class. It was a helpful review and allowed them to research all the parts of a computer. They were able to complete the activity independently and it was an excellent introduction."
Lynelle K.
Description
Teach students about the internal components of a computer with this hands-on STEM activity for Technology and Computer Science lessons! In this engaging activity, students will build the inside of a computer while learning the purpose and function of each component.
This resource supports computational thinking, digital literacy, and foundational computer hardware knowledge, making it ideal for classroom instruction or independent learning.
Key Computer Hardware Terms Covered:
- Motherboard
- Power Supply
- Heat Sink
- CPU (Central Processing Unit)
- RAM (Memory Chip)
- Network Interface Card
- Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
Perfect for upper elementary and middle school students, this activity works well for:
- Computer Science lessons
- STEM rotations
- Technology classes
- Sub plans & early finisher activities
- Introductory computer hardware units
This resource comes in 2 formats:
- Paper based (PDF)
- Digital Interactive format which opens in Google Slides. Students can type and drag and drop answers onto the worksheets.
Why not also take a look at Inside The Computer Giant Display as classroom decor for your computer lab!
Other Computer Hardware Available:
- Inside The Computer Giant Display Lift and Learn Flaps (Computer Lab Decor)
- How Do Computers Work Activities Bundle Grades 6-8
- Networks and Security Lesson Middle School Technology Distance Learning
- Primary and Secondary Storage Lesson Middle School Technology Distance Learning
- All About the CPU Lesson Middle School Technology Distance Learning
- Computer Hardware Technology Assessment Self Marking (Grades 5-8)
Benefits for you:
- Rating this product allows you to collect credits for money off towards your next TPT purchase.
- Follow me for more Technology & Computer Science resources as well as future offers.
Terms of Use:
- Created by Bal Borde, Copyright © Computer Creations
- All rights reserved. Purchase of this unit entitles the purchaser the right to reproduce the pages in limited quantities for single classroom use only. Duplication for an entire school, an entire school system or commercial purposes is strictly forbidden without written permission from the publisher.
- Copying any part of this product and placing it on the Internet in any form (even a personal/classroom website) is strictly forbidden and is a violation of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). These items can be picked up in a google search and then shared worldwide for free.
- If you have any questions about licensing, please contact me on balborde@gmail.com
Thanks to Open Clip Art for illustrations and KindergartenWorks (LesliesHand) for the Font Style
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Inside The Computer A Build & Learn Activity | Hands-On Computer Parts Craft
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What others say
"I used this resource for my 9th grade tech class. It was a helpful review and allowed them to research all the parts of a computer. They were able to complete the activity independently and it was an excellent introduction."
Lynelle K.
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Description
Teach students about the internal components of a computer with this hands-on STEM activity for Technology and Computer Science lessons! In this engaging activity, students will build the inside of a computer while learning the purpose and function of each component.
This resource supports computational thinking, digital literacy, and foundational computer hardware knowledge, making it ideal for classroom instruction or independent learning.
Key Computer Hardware Terms Covered:
- Motherboard
- Power Supply
- Heat Sink
- CPU (Central Processing Unit)
- RAM (Memory Chip)
- Network Interface Card
- Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
Perfect for upper elementary and middle school students, this activity works well for:
- Computer Science lessons
- STEM rotations
- Technology classes
- Sub plans & early finisher activities
- Introductory computer hardware units
This resource comes in 2 formats:
- Paper based (PDF)
- Digital Interactive format which opens in Google Slides. Students can type and drag and drop answers onto the worksheets.
Why not also take a look at Inside The Computer Giant Display as classroom decor for your computer lab!
Other Computer Hardware Available:
- Inside The Computer Giant Display Lift and Learn Flaps (Computer Lab Decor)
- How Do Computers Work Activities Bundle Grades 6-8
- Networks and Security Lesson Middle School Technology Distance Learning
- Primary and Secondary Storage Lesson Middle School Technology Distance Learning
- All About the CPU Lesson Middle School Technology Distance Learning
- Computer Hardware Technology Assessment Self Marking (Grades 5-8)
Benefits for you:
- Rating this product allows you to collect credits for money off towards your next TPT purchase.
- Follow me for more Technology & Computer Science resources as well as future offers.
Terms of Use:
- Created by Bal Borde, Copyright © Computer Creations
- All rights reserved. Purchase of this unit entitles the purchaser the right to reproduce the pages in limited quantities for single classroom use only. Duplication for an entire school, an entire school system or commercial purposes is strictly forbidden without written permission from the publisher.
- Copying any part of this product and placing it on the Internet in any form (even a personal/classroom website) is strictly forbidden and is a violation of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). These items can be picked up in a google search and then shared worldwide for free.
- If you have any questions about licensing, please contact me on balborde@gmail.com
Thanks to Open Clip Art for illustrations and KindergartenWorks (LesliesHand) for the Font Style
Report this resource to TPT
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I used this resource for my 9th grade tech class. It was a helpful review and allowed them to research all the parts of a computer. They were able to complete the activity independently and it was an excellent introduction.
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This was a great resource! My students enjoyed the activity!
This hands-on activity made learning about internal computer components both engaging and memorable for my students. The mix of printable and digital formats worked perfectly across different learning settings, and the drag-and-drop interactions kept students actively involved. Clear terminology, great visuals, and a solid STEM connection — highly recommended for any tech or computer science classroom!
This resource was incredibly helpful for my class and easy to implement. It was clearly organized and thoughtfully created, which made prep time minimal. My students were engaged and the content aligned well with our learning goals. I appreciated the quality of the design and the clarity of instructions. Overall, it was a well-made resource that I’ll definitely use again!
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