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50 Engineering Task Cards | IB MYP Design | Engineering Design Process NGSS
50 Thought-Provoking Design Reflection Questions for STEM & Design Classes Unlock creativity, problem-solving, and critical thinking in your students with this set of 50 printable question cards designed to guide young designers through the design thinking process. Perfect for STEM, Design, and Maker classes, this deck encourages students to deeply reflect on their ideas, iterate on their designs, and consider real-world impacts. Features: 50 unique design prompts across categories like
5th - 12th
Engineering, Graphic Arts, Visual Arts
NGSS
HS-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-4
Also included in: Middle School Engineering Task Card Bundle – 120 Real-World Prompts
Circle Stamping Process Art
Process vs. Product. Which do you feel has more value to the young child? This activity will guide you through a simple activity that focusses on Process Art.
PreK - 1st
Art, Visual Arts
Exploring African Art
This worksheet guides students through the process of responding to art works, and using the abstract information that they discover to make inferences about the culture that produced them. It is works of art specifically from the African Savannah, and some specific to the Maasai tribe of Kenya and Tanzania.
PreK - 12th
Visual Arts
A Bad Case of Stripes Lesson | Depth & Complexity, SEL, and STEM Activities
How can students explore emotions, individuality, and problem-solving through STEM and art?In this engaging A Bad Case of Stripes lesson, students dive deep into Camilla’s story using Depth & Complexity thinking, SEL reflection, and the Engineering Design Process. They’ll analyze emotions, patterns, and identity while designing creative projects that bring the story to life. ✨ What’s Included: Teacher slideshow with SEL discussion and Depth & Complexity questions STEM Challenge: Design Camil
2nd - 5th
Other (Arts), Reading, Social Emotional Learning
Math Enrichment: Math Project: Create a Board Game : End of Year
Engaging Math Project! Students will be guided through the step by step process of creating a board game. Steps are detailed, yet easy to follow. Scoring rubric included! Math Projects Real World Math Projects Project Based Learning Math Make your own board gameCreate a math board gameCreate a math game Math PBL Activities Math Performance Tasks Hands-On Math Projects Math Enrichment Projects End of Year Math Projects Collaborative Math Projects Creative Math ProjectsChallengeProblem S
3rd - 6th
Math, Other (Arts)
Creating an Artist Statement
The Artist Statement Worksheet helps students clearly explain their artwork, including creative process, inspiration, and artistic choices. Structured prompts guide reflection and professional communication about their work. How This Helps Teachers Builds writing and reflection skills. Prepares students for critiques and portfolios.Encourages critical thinking and clear expression. Easy to use across any art project or grade level.
9th - 12th
Visual Arts, Writing
CCSS
W.9-10.2
, W.9-10.3
, W.9-10.4
STEM Design Phone Case | Design Engineering | STEAM Activities
Looking to engage upper elementary school and middle school students using the design engineering process? These worksheets and Google slides guide your students to be INFLUENCERS, and design A NEW PHONE CASE.~~ Are you looking for an easy way to incorporate STEM/ STEAM into your curriculum? ~~This projects make critical thinking and 21st century concepts relevant! Students need to research current trends and then come up with their own design concepts. These concepts need to be peer reviewe
5th - 8th
Graphic Arts
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
+2
Beginner Art Plan Sheets
Help students organize their project thoughts while aligning with the National Core Art Standards by focusing on artistic process. These 4 pages can be used for students 1st grade and older. Full color, but can be printed in black & white. Great for teacher guided projects all the way to full choice art. Includes 4 Pages: Project Plan: generating an idea, exploring thumbnails & selecting the best sketchWOW artwork poster: Helps students understand the process of completing an artworkProject Co
1st - 4th
Art, Visual Arts
Also included in: Artistic Process: Posters, Curriculum
Design Thinking Poster
This resource provides a step-by-step visual guide for educators and students on how to follow the design thinking process.
7th - 9th
Graphic Arts
Summer Engineering Journal
This 8.5 x 11 journal has 10 weeks of weekly creative engineering challenges with detailed planning pages using the engineering design process + 2 BONUS weeks of open-ended engineering design projects; appropriate for students from elementary to middle school and adaptable based on abilities. This is a perfect summer journal to promote creativity and problem-solving at home. Make copies of some or all of the pages to send home with your students to work on this summer. This journal does not requ
1st - 8th
Engineering, General Science, Other (Arts)
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-4
+3
Game Developer Coloring Pages – STEM & Computer Science Activities for Kids
Spark creativity with “How to Be a Game Developer” STEM & Computer Science Coloring Pages! This resource introduces kids to the game development process — from brainstorming ideas and designing characters to coding, testing, and launching their very own game. A perfect mix of STEM learning and creative fun, these pages show how games are made while inspiring interest in coding, technology careers, and digital creativity.What’s Included (PDF, 8.5" x 11"): ✔ 10 printable black-and-white color
K - 4th
Coloring Pages, Computer Science - Technology, Robotics
PBL Introduction to Architecture: Build Your Own Dream Treehouse
No planning required! This PBL comes with a 32-slide presentation introducing the major concepts, elements, and procedures of architecture. Students will then use the elements and process to answer research questions (resources provided), plan, sketch, build, present, and reflect on their dream treehouse! This bundle comes with a 12-page paced guide for students, with teacher signoffs on every step.
4th - 8th
Visual Arts
CCSS, NGSS
5.MD.A.1
, 6.RP.A.1
, 6.RP.A.3
+14
3D Snowflake Craft Reflection with Depth and Complexity | Winter STEM Writing
Looking for a quick reflection activity to go with your 3D paper snowflake craft? This 3D Snowflake Reflection with Depth and Complexity helps students think about the process, materials, and big ideas behind their snowflake instead of “just crafting.” Students answer Depth and Complexity style questions that ask them to look at details, rules, multiple perspectives, change over time, and big idea as they reflect on how they created their snowflake and what they learned. Use after any 3D snow
3rd - 6th
Other (Arts), Writing
Theater Arts Lesson Costume Design Study & Newspapers Grades 6 to 8| Creative
Part of a Bundle This two or three-day engaging, creative lesson focuses on costume design, the rationale for teaching it and its history. The lesson gives students an opportunity to work cooperatively, solve problems creatively and learn at the same time! Created for students in grades 6 to 8, the product could be used for a one day exploration of the subject, skipping day two and three. This lesson seems straight forward at first, but wait until day two when students work in small groups an
6th - 9th
Art, Drama, Other (ELA)
Three-Step Value Drawing Lesson | Charcoal Shading | Sphere to Portrait | Middle
Value Drawing Foundations — 3-Step Portrait Lesson (Charcoal Shading)Most students draw features and get stuck. This lesson trains them to see light first — and build form from there. The MethodThree values. One process. Field → Light → Shadow Students work from sphere to portrait using the same structure throughout. No outlining. No guessing. Light first, every time. What's IncludedTeacher guide — setup, pacing, key movesStep-by-step visual demonstration (Field → Light → Sha
8th - 11th
Graphic Arts, Other (Arts), Visual Arts
New Year Vision Board Drawing
Welcome back new or returning students with this creative drawing prompt to start the New Year! Students use their personal goals to illustrate the numerical year. This lesson will guide students through the brainstorming process through small and whole group discussion with a corresponding graphic organizer. Lesson includes a rubric on a 1-4 scale, with a focus on composition and coloring. Lesson is suitable for grades 6-12.
6th - 12th
Visual Arts
Agamograph STEM & Art Lesson: Optical Illusions & Kinetic Creativity
Suggested for Grades 2nd - 5th | Estimated time 2 x 60 minutes This Agamograph lesson is not your cookie-cutter project. It strikes just the right balance of challenge and structure, with room for creative ideas, personal choice, and problem solving. This low-prep, high-engagement experience weaves together art and STEAM, introducing concepts like sequencing, simple fractions, and basic engineering—making it more than just an art lesson Learning Goals & Objectives:Students will learn how to com
2nd - 5th
Other (Arts), Visual Arts
Visual Discrimination Matching Pack
Visual discrimination is the ability to perceive the difference between objects or symbols such as the differences in color, shape, size, and orientation. This is an important skill for children to practice because it allows the child to process and interpret meaning from the visual information that they gain through eye sight. A child with well developed visual discrimination skills is more likely to be successful in spelling, mathematics and reading.
This pack includes 20 matching mats in ord
PreK
Visual Arts
Summer Magnetic Tile Building Challenge STEM Task Cards Engineering Activity
Summer MAGNA-TILE Building Challenge STEM Task Cards Bring summer fun into your classroom with Carly and Adam’s Summer Magnetic Tile Building Challenge Cards! Designed specifically for elementary teachers, this engaging STEM resource combines hands-on building with creative problem-solving to make learning exciting. Students use magnetic tiles to build seasonal objects like beach balls, popsicles, sandcastles, and more. Each card challenges learners to think critically, apply the Engineering
PreK - 3rd
Engineering, Geometry, Visual Arts
Also included in: Magnetic Tile STEM Task Cards MEGA BUNDLE
Depth & Complexity Close Reading Passages & Activities 3rd-6th:Illustrator Theme
Kick off your ELA/Visual Art unit with meaningful reading comprehension and critical thinking! This "Think Like an Illustrator" Depth & Complexity Close Reading Pack is designed especially for upper elementary students in grades 3–5. Students will explore fascinating examples of illustrators and the art process while using the Depth & Complexity framework to think critically, make connections, and move beyond surface-level reading. Perfect for gifted learners, early finishers, and enrichment g
3rd - 6th
Close Reading, Informational Text, Visual Arts
CCSS
RI.3.1
, RI.3.2
, RI.3.3
+36
The Spiral Shell Snail | Expressive Relief Sculpture for K-3rd Grade
Suggested for Grades: K - 3rd | Estimated Time: 2 x 45 minutes In this engaging mixed media art lesson, students create a whimsical snail featuring a 3D textured spiral shell, customized with expressive details such as antennae and big or small eyes. Artists make creative choices throughout the process, encouraging individuality, design thinking, and imaginative problem-solving. This project is great for Kindergarten, 1st Grade, 2nd Grade, and 3rd Grade students and will save you valuable plann
K - 3rd
Other (Arts), Visual Arts
Research Based Art - Turning Data into Art
Students learn how to collect data and turn it into a visual representation. They will explore artists in the field who are making data driven art currently. They will explore other student artwork as well. A rubric is included that helps students stay organized and understand all elements of the artistic process from collecting data in a table, creating a key, and the artwork requirements themselves.
9th - 12th, Higher Education
Visual Arts
MYP - Carpentry workshop - wooden toy
This hands-on woodworking activity invites students to design and build their own wooden toy, developing practical skills in carpentry and creativity. They will learn to measure, cut, and assemble wood using specific tools, while following safety guidelines. The activity promotes interdisciplinary connections with mathematics through precise measurements and step-by-step processes. Students will explore the design and functionality of their creations, evaluating and testing their products for st
6th - 7th
Other (Arts)
Christmas Magnetic Tile Building Challenge STEM Task Cards Engineering Activity
Bring festive STEM fun to your classroom with Carly and Adam’s Christmas Magnetic Tile Building Challenge Cards!These Christmas-themed STEM task cards are the perfect way to engage your elementary students in hands-on learning during the holiday season. Designed for use with magnetic tiles (like MAGNA-TILES or Magformers), this resource challenges students to design, build, and problem-solve while reinforcing key math and engineering skills. Students will practice identifying and creating
PreK - 3rd
Engineering, Geometry, Visual Arts
Also included in: Magnetic Tile STEM Task Cards MEGA BUNDLE
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