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Build a Boat STEM Challenge Hands On Kindergarten Science Sink or Float Inquiry
Looking for a fun, hands-on boat STEM challenge for kindergarten that explores sink or float concepts while engaging young learners in science inquiry? This Build a Boat STEM Challenge is the perfect resource to introduce your students to engineering, design, and scientific thinking.This low-prep resource is designed specifically for early elementary students and includes everything you need to guide your class through an exciting boat-building investigation. Students will love designing
PreK - 3rd
Engineering, General Science, Other (Science)
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
Sink and Float Sorting (Cards & Control Chart) - Early Science
The hands-on sink and float lesson helps children develop scientific thinking skills such as cause and effect, observation, comparison, reasoning, data gathering, experimentation, and evaluation. After using the concrete hands-on materials, this printable will test their ability to think abstractly. To use the Sink and Float Sorting, identify and classify objects based on whether they sink or float. Then, use the control chart to verify the classification. Includes: 8 pictures of objects that s
PreK - 1st
General Science
STEM STEAM Challenge: Chinese New Year Dragon Parade
Gung Hay Fat Choy! In this challenge, students will design, construct, and build a red dragon for Chinese New Year. Included in this pack are: -- Printable student challenge card -- Teacher materials list -- Engineering Design Process flow-chart for student record keeping -- Self-assessment/Reflection page (differentiated for grades K-1 or 2-5) -- Open-ended writing page for follow-up or related activities (differentiated for grades K-1 or 2-5) As always, if there are any questions or concer
1st - 4th
Engineering
Elementary K–2 Floating Raft Rescue STEM Challenge
A simple, hands-on STEM Challenge designed for early elementary learners. Perfect for classrooms, homeschool, STEM bins, or after-school enrichment. WHAT’S INCLUDED: • 3-page STEM Challenge set: Cover Page, Instructions Page, Activity Page • Clear, consistent directions designed for real classrooms • Kid-friendly layout that supports independent exploration • Printable PDF (8.5x11) SKILL TARGETS: • Engineering design pr
K - 2nd
Engineering, Other (Science), Physical Science
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
+2
Paper Boat Float Test STEM Challenge – Engineering Activity for Kids
A simple, hands-on STEM Challenge designed for early elementary learners. Perfect for classrooms, homeschool, STEM bins, or after-school enrichment. WHAT’S INCLUDED: • 3-page STEM Challenge set: Cover Page, Instructions Page, Activity Page • Clear, consistent directions designed for real classrooms • Kid-friendly layout that supports independent exploration • Printable PDF (8.5x11) SKILL TARGETS: • Engineering design process • Problem-solving and critical thinking • Fine motor and spatial reason
K - 2nd
Engineering, Other (Science), Physical Science
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
+2
Float and Sink: Sorting Cards Worksheets for Preschool and Kindergarten
The Float and Sink sorting picture cards with labels provide an engaging way to explore scientific concepts in an early childhood classroom. The answer key allows for self-correction, fostering independence and critical thinking skills. The information poster helps children understand the concepts visually, while the accompanying worksheets reinforce learning and provide opportunities for assessment. This hands-on activity promotes active participation and deeper understanding in an early child
PreK - 1st
Science
Boat Building STEM | Can You Build a Boat That Floats? | Floating For k - 3rd
⛵ Boat Building STEM | Can You Build a Boat That Floats? (Kindergarten–Grade 2)Dive into hands-on engineering with this exciting Boat Building STEM activity! Students explore why some objects float while others sink as they design, build, and test their own boats. This activity introduces the concept of floating and sinking, shown on page 2, where students compare materials like wood and plastic versus objects that sink, helping them build foundational understanding before designing their bo
PreK - 4th
Engineering, General Science, Other (Science)
Boat Float Challenge STEM – Build a Boat That Floats | Foil Boat For K - 2nd
⛵🌊 Boat Float Challenge STEM – Build a Boat That Floats (Kindergarten–Grade 2)Make STEM time exciting with this fun, hands-on Boat Float Challenge! In this engineering and science activity, students will design and build a boat that can float on water and hold weight. Students will follow the Engineering Design Process in a simple, kid-friendly way as they imagine, plan, build, test, and improve their boat design. This challenge is perfect for introducing floating and sinking while encoura
PreK - 3rd
Engineering, General Science, Writing
Balloon-Powered Boat STEM Activity | Float & Move Challenge For K–Grade 2
🚤 Balloon-Powered Boat STEM Activity | Float & Move Challenge (Kindergarten–Grade 2)Make science come alive with this exciting, hands-on Balloon-Powered Boat STEM activity! Students design, build, and test their own floating boats powered by air from a balloon while exploring how forces like air pressure create motion on water. In this engaging engineering challenge, learners become young scientists as they plan, build, test, measure, and improve their boats using simple classroom materials. ⭐
PreK - 3rd
Engineering, General Science, Writing
Sink or Float STEM Activity
Make science exciting with this Sink or Float Investigation Activity Pack!This engaging resource allows students to explore how different objects behave in water by making predictions, testing items, and recording their observations. Students will think like young scientists while investigating which objects sink and which float. The activity encourages curiosity, discussion, and hands-on learning while introducing important early science concepts about materials and weight. 📦 What’s Includ
K - 2nd
Chemistry, Earth Sciences, General Science
Sink or Float STEM Activity
Make science exciting with this Sink or Float Investigation Activity Pack!This engaging resource allows students to explore how different objects behave in water by making predictions, testing items, and recording their observations. Students will think like young scientists while investigating which objects sink and which float. The activity encourages curiosity, discussion, and hands-on learning while introducing important early science concepts about materials and weight. 📦 What’s Includ
K - 2nd
Basic Principles, Chemistry, General Science
Water Experiment Coloring for K-3 Sink or Float Science Centers and Worksheets
Water Experiment Coloring gives K-3 students a simple way to observe, color, and record what happens during water investigations. This set helps teachers turn a hands on water science activity into clear, age-appropriate science thinking without complicated prep. What's included• Water Drop Observation Coloring Page • Absorb or Repel Coloring Page • Class Water Table Coloring Page • After the Water Experiment Coloring Page How teachers can use itUse this Water Experiment Coloring set during scie
K - 3rd
Coloring Pages, General Science
Also included in: Sink or Float Coloring Pages K-3 Science Printable Bundle
How to Survive as a Shark - FLOAT or SINK
Get this free activity to accompany the AWESOME book How to Survive as a Shark by Kristen Foote. All images created by Erica Salcedo are used with permission from The Innovation Press.
These are 2 great activities to teach and reinforce the concepts of floating and sinking. The first lesson discusses whether solid objects can float or sink and the second lesson discusses whether liquids can float on not. This ties in with the concept that the oil in a shark's liver gives it buoyancy so it
1st - 3rd
Engineering, Other (Math)
Sink or Float Worksheet | Science Experiment Activity | Kindergarten
Show Me: Sink or FloatThis simple, visual science worksheet helps young learners demonstrate understanding through circling, matching, and drawing. Students interact with the content by:• Circling the correct picture • Matching related ideas • Drawing their own example The clear structure and visual format make this activity accessible for emerging readers and early learners. Montessori-Friendly LearningThis visual activity is also Montessori-inspired, allowing students to demonstrate understand
PreK - 1st
General Science, Other (Science)
Sink or Float Engineering Challenge | Boat Building STEM Activity for K–2
Can you take something that sinks and make it float? Part of a 20-challenge series, this exciting engineering challenge, students explore buoyancy and design by reshaping materials (like aluminum foil or clay) to build a boat that stays on top of the water. Children connect their work to real-world engineering by learning how boat designers create vessels that float. Includes an introductory page with a real-world connection to ship engineering, step-by-step instructions with a materials list, a
K - 2nd
Basic Principles, Engineering, Physical Science
CCSS, NGSS
K.MD.A.1
, K.MD.A.2
, CCRA.W.1
+11
The Floating Field an Engineering Design Process STEM lesson
⚽🌊 Inspire Creativity, Problem-Solving, and STEM Learning with The Floating Field! 🌊⚽Bring engineering, literacy, science, and social studies together with this engaging cross-curricular lesson based on The Floating Field: How a Group of Thai Boys Built Their Own Soccer Field by Scott Riley.In this hands-on STEM challenge, students discover how a group of boys from the floating village of Koh Panyee, Thailand, used creativity, teamwork, and perseverance to solve a problem that seemed impossibl
K - 5th
For All Subjects, Measurement, Physical Science
Sink or Float Science Experiment Pack , Cute Bunny STEM Activity , Prediction an
Make science irresistibly fun with this adorable Sink or Float Activity Pack featuring a cute bunny scientist kids will love! Perfect for Preschool, Pre-K, Kindergarten, and 1st Grade, this printable STEM set guides students through the full scientific process: predict → test → record → explain. This warm, cozy cartoon style makes the activity visually inviting, while the clear layouts support early learners and science centers. 🌟 What’s Included ✔️ Teacher Instructions Page – Easy setup & tea
PreK - 2nd
Basic Principles, Engineering, Physical Science
Sink or Float Experiment and STEM Activities
Sink or Float Science Rotations with an Exciting Stem Challenge This is a 5 day activity bundle that included everything you need to have fun in the classroom, while also helping your students make meaningful science connections. Day 1- Sink or Float Opener, Teacher Directed Experiment, and a student handout is provided if you'd like to use it. Students will circle if an object sinks or floats. ** I've included easy to find classroom items so you aren't searching all over for random items. **
K - 2nd
Science
Grade 1 Floating Boats Capstone: Teacher Guide & Student Portfolio
First Grade STREAM Challenge: Floating Boats Capstone Launch a fun, hands-on STREAM experience in your classroom! This comprehensive project introduces first-grade students to the basics of engineering, science, and descriptive language through an exciting boat challenge. Perfect for multi-day learning! What's Inside This No-Prep Packet? This resource is designed for seamless integration and ease of use: ⛵ Teacher Guide: Clear, step-by-step instructions, objectives, and materials lists for all a
1st - 4th
Art History, General Science, Writing
CCSS, NGSS
W.1.1
, W.1.2
, W.1.3
+5
Quick and Easy Salt Water Density Experiment: Sink or Float?
This quick and easy science experiment can be set up in a matter of minutes! Try it again and again with kids of all ages, young and old! The discussion that follows can be basic or more complex. (A discussion guide is provided) Everything you need to launch experiment writing in your classroom and hook your kids immediately! Get kids engaged and WRITING! (Or drawing - whatever works for your kids!) You will need:-Clear plastic cups -Water -Salt -Baking soda -Sugar -Small Grapes (Or small plasti
1st - 4th
General Science, Science
Sink or Float Science Experiment | Grade 1–2 | Simple Science Lesson & Worksheet
This simple science experiment introduces young learners to the concept of **sink or float** in a fun, hands-on way. Students will make predictions, test everyday objects in water, and record their observations using a clear and easy-to-follow worksheet. This resource is perfect for **Grade 1–2** classrooms and requires **no prep** — just print and go! ### This resource includes: • Lesson Overview • Materials & Prep page • Step-by-step Lesson Plan • Student Worksheet • Drawing & Thinking
1st - 2nd
Earth Sciences, General Science, Physical Science
STEM Float or Sink Worksheets in Spanish (Flota o Se hunde) (PK-Elementary)
This is such a fun lesson for both students and educators. You will need container with water and objects (from the worksheet) that float and sink. First you can show the students the objects. As you present each one you can have them guess if it will float or sink. Then place in water . As you test out different objects in the water, students can use the worksheet to record their responses. Children can practice saying “Flota” or “ Se hunde”. We highly recommend using the Float or Sink Post
PreK - 5th
Science, Spanish, Vocabulary
es/No Science Activity: Sink or Float (STEM Special Education Resource)
The set includes 12 real-life object cards, YES/NO mats, recording sheets, and teacher tips for easy differentiation. Perfect for early learners and Special Education classrooms, this activity works beautifully in science centers, small groups, or quick assessments.
K - 2nd
General Science, Other (Social Studies)
Float Your Boat STEM Challenge
Students will step into the shoes of marine engineers to design, build, and test a rescue boat that can carry the most weight using the least amount of materials. Using simple supplies and creative thinking, students will apply real-world science concepts like buoyancy, displacement, force, and balance to build a floating vessel that won’t sink under pressure! Through hands-on exploration, teamwork, and iteration, students will learn about Archimedes’ Principle, test their boats in water, ana
K - 12th
Engineering, General Science, Physical Science
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+13
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