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Groundhog Day STEM - Groundhog Day Science - Groundhog Day Shadows Art & Science
This Groundhog Day STEM challenge engages students in exploring light, shadows, and design through hands-on experimentation and creative shadow art. Bring Groundhog Day to life in your classroom with this versatile STEM and science activity combining both printable and digital Google Slides™ resources. Perfect for grades 2–8, this resource is packed with NGSS-aligned lessons, editable templates, and extensions for a variety of classroom settings. How It Works:Students work individually or i
2nd - 8th
Basic Principles, Engineering, Visual Arts
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+7
Hands-On Rocks & Soil Activities | 2nd Grade Science Enrichment STEM Challenges
Hands-on rocks and soil activities with STEM challenges for 2nd grade. Earth science investigations exploring weathering, erosion, soil layers, and types of rocks through science experiments and engineering design. Looking for meaningful hands-on rocks and soil activities that go beyond reading passages? These STEM challenges for 2nd grade turn your earth science unit into interactive science lessons filled with problem-solving, science investigations, and engineering challenges. Students expl
2nd - 3rd
Earth Sciences, Engineering, General Science
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-1
St Patrick’s Day Science STEM Activity – Four Leaf Clover & Shamrock Math Game
This St Patrick’s Day science and math game is a hands-on STEM challenge where kids design and test a four leaf clover flying disc while exploring probability with shamrock math / leprechaun math Students complete the building and testing with physical materials, then use Google Slides for data collection, design analysis, and extensions. This approach keeps hands-on learning at the center while using digital tools for deeper thinking. ➡️ How the St Patrick’s Day Science & Math Game Works:K
2nd - 8th
Engineering, Other (Math), Social Emotional Learning
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+7
Back to School After Winter Break Activity - Winter STEM, Science & SEL Activity
Perfect for after winter break activities, back-to-school week in January, or the first day back from winter break, the Snow Scoop STEM Challenge engages students in exploring levers and simple machines as they design, test, and improve snow shovels or scoops that clear a “snowy path” or collect the most snow.Ease back into learning after the holidays with this hands-on winter STEM and science activity that gets kids building, testing, and thinking creatively! ❄️ Challenge OverviewStudents wor
2nd - 8th
Engineering, General Science, Social Emotional Learning
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+7
Four Leaf Clover Science & Math Activity – St Patrick’s Day Shamrock Math Game
This four leaf clover science and math activity is a hands-on St. Patrick’s Day STEM challenge where kids design, test, and improve a four leaf clover flying disc while exploring shamrock math, leprechaun math, and probability. Students complete the building and testing with simple materials, then use printable handouts or Google Slides to record data, analyze results, and extend their thinking. 🍀 How the Four Leaf Clover Science & Math Activity WorksKids work independently or in small groups
2nd - 8th
Engineering, Other (Math), Social Emotional Learning
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+7
3rd-6th Grade STEM Units Mini Golf, Marble Maze, and Cardboard Arcade PBL Gifted
Bring STEM learning to life with this hands-on Project-Based Learning (PBL) Bundle! Students will design, build, and test their own Mini Golf Course, Cardboard Arcade Games, and Marble Mazes while exploring engineering, friction, force, geometry, and simple machines in a fun and engaging way. Perfect for gifted and talented classrooms, summer school, end-of-year enrichment, STEM clubs, or project-based learning environments, this bundle provides everything you need to guide your students thr
3rd - 7th
Engineering
Ancient Chinese Lantern STEM Challenge
Light up learning by creating a circuit to place in your Ancient Chinese Lantern in this engaging STEM Challenge! Students will design and build a lantern using a variety of materials while exploring how electrical energy flows through a simple circuit. Using materials such as batteries, conductive tape, and LED lights, students will create a working lantern that combines creativity, engineering, and hands-on science. Throughout the challenge, students will test different materials and designs,
3rd - 6th
Ancient History, Engineering, Other (Science)
Day Before Thanksgiving Break Activities - November STEM, Science & SEL Fall Fun
Day Before Thanksgiving Break Activities – Thanksgiving SEL, STEM & Science (Google Slides™) Designed for Google Slides™, these Thanksgiving STEM challenges are perfect to reinforce social emotional goals as kids collaborate, problem-solve, and think creatively while exploring teamwork and real-world problem-solving. What Kids Will Build & ExploreStudents work in partners or small groups to design and build Thanksgiving-themed devices that connect to the experiences of the Pilgrims and Native
3rd - 6th
Engineering, General Science, Social Emotional Learning
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+7
Three Little Pigs STEM Activity Fairy Tale Force & Motion Science Engineering
The Three Little Pigs is the *perfect* fairy tale to tie into STEM! Try this structure STEM activity where the story takes a slightly different twist than the classic tale. Students will follow the engineering design process while exploring force and motion to create a house for the wolf! Students will follow the engineering design process in an age-appropriate way using the steps Ask, Imagine, Plan, Create, Improve. ⭐ A New House for Wolf ⭐ Your students will help the three little pigs crea
K - 3rd
Engineering
CCSS, NGSS
1.MD.A.2
, 2.MD.A.1
, RL.1.3
+10
STEM Activities Challenges Engineering Design Process STEM Career Exploration
The best variety of low prep STEM activities you'll find! These 20 STEM and STEAM activities can be completed with readily available materials and minimal prep - you can even use these for sub plans! Students will get hands-on exploring different STEM careers with these activities. Each activity is designed to take about one class period however the activity can span across two class periods to give ample time for redesigns and re-testing, or for a repeat challenge using different materials. Th
3rd - 8th
Engineering, Science
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-4
+4
June STEM Activities - Design a Waterpark Slide - EOY or Summer STEM Challenge
Looking for a hands-on June STEM Activities to keep your 2nd, 3rd, 4th, or 5th grade students engaged at the end of the year? This exciting engineering challenge gets students designing, building, testing, and improving a water slide while exploring forces, motion, gravity, friction, potential energy, and kinetic energy. Perfect for May, June, July, summer school, STEM camp, makerspace, or end of year science activities, this low-prep resource gives students a fun way to apply problem-solving
3rd - 6th
Engineering
Bridge Building STEM Challenge: Build the Strongest Bridge Activity
This super fun Bridge Building STEM Challenge will get your students excited and engaged to work together to plan, create and test a bridge that can hold over 100 coins! The Build the Strongest Bridge Activity materials are delivered on beautifully presented Google Slides or Docs. There is a comprehensive teacher guide to help you plan and deliver this activity. I have included detailed Google Slides for your students, with instructions and photos of the challenge, and tips for success, and intr
2nd - 6th
Engineering, Physical Science
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
January February Challenge: 100th Day of School STEM Bridge Building Activity
Celebrate the 100th Day of School with this super fun STEM Bridge Building Activity! Whether this day falls in January or February, your students will be excited and engaged to work together to plan, create and test a bridge that can hold 100 coins! All materials are delivered on beautifully presented Google Slides or Docs. There is a comprehensive teacher guide to help you plan and deliver this activity. I have included detailed Google Slides for your students, with instructions and photos of
2nd - 6th
Engineering, Physical Science
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Christmas STEAM & Winter STEAM | Reindeer STEM Activity & Winter Holiday Game
The Reindeer Relay Christmas STEM Challenge is a festive day before winter break activity that combines creativity, engineering, and teamwork! This digital Google Slides™ version engages kids in Christmas SEL and STEM learning as they design and test reindeer antlers for a fun classroom relay game. Students apply problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills while exploring concepts like balance, stability, and structure. Along the way, they’ll practice critical thinking, creativity
2nd - 8th
Engineering, General Science, Social Emotional Learning
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+7
St. Patrick's Day STEAM Challenges - LOW PREP - New! Try out STEAM Ninja!
St. Patrick's Day STEAM Challenges have NEVER BEEN SO EASY and beneficial to CRITICAL THINKING now that STEAM Ninja is here! What is STEAM Ninja?STEAM Ninja is a new product line that guarantees these items: Uses STEAM ProcessesLow PrepSimpleBoosts Critical ThinkingBoosts Creative ThinkingAlways Time EfficientSo like the swift Ninja that takes care of business so does ... STEAM Ninja!!! Included in this product:Teacher instructions for 2 Challenges (Create a Rainbow Challenge and Grow a Rainbo
2nd - 4th
Engineering, Science
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
+3
Chinese New Year STEAM Challenges - LOW PREP - New! Try out STEAM Ninja!
Chinese New Year STEAM Challenges have NEVER BEEN SO EASY and beneficial to CRITICAL THINKING now that STEAM Ninja is here! What is STEAM Ninja?STEAM Ninja is a new product line that guarantees these items: Uses STEAM ProcessesLow PrepSimpleBoosts Critical ThinkingBoosts Creative ThinkingAlways Time EfficientSo like the swift Ninja that takes care of business so does ... STEAM Ninja!!! Included in this product:Teacher instructions for 2 Challenges (Long Life Noodle Challenge and Chopstick Chal
2nd - 4th
Engineering, Social Studies
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
+3
February STEM Activity - Valentine's SEL & Science - Cupid Bow & Arrow Challenge
Looking for a Valentine’s SEL activity that blends February STEM activities, hands-on science, and meaningful social emotional learning? The Cupid Bow & Arrow STEM Challenge is a high-interest February social emotional learning activity where students work in teams to design, test, and improve a bow-and-arrow system that meets specific criteria and constraints. Through collaboration and iteration, students build problem-solving skills while exploring real science concepts in an engaging Val
2nd - 8th
Engineering, Other (Math), Social Emotional Learning
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+7
Pilgrims and Native Americans - Day Before Thanksgiving Break Activity STEM SEL
Pilgrims and Native Americans – Day Before Thanksgiving Break STEM & SEL Activity (Print + Digital Bundle) Looking for day before Thanksgiving break activities that are hands-on, collaborative, and meaningful? In this Thanksgiving science and STEM challenge kids to design and build shelters to protect Pilgrims and Native Americans from wind, rain, and snow, blending creativity, history, and engineering in one unforgettable project. Perfect for Thanksgiving SEL and social emotional learning, th
2nd - 8th
Engineering, General Science, Social Emotional Learning
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+7
First Day of Spring STEM Activity - Nice Nest Print and Paperless Bundle
This before or after spring break activity keeps students excited &learning! The Bird Nest Easter STEM challenge is perfect for the first day of spring & beyond, combining creativity, problem-solving, and hands-on engineering as students design and build a bird nest to hold as many plastic Easter eggs as possible. Perfect for grades 2–8, this spring STEM activity is ideal for the weeks leading up to Easter or as a creative classroom project during the season. Whether you’re exploring engine
2nd - 8th
Engineering, Social Emotional Learning
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+7
Day Before Winter Break Activity - Last Week Before Christmas Break - SEL & STEM
The Sled & Slope or Santa's Sleigh & Slope STEM Challenge keeps kids engaged before winter break! It's a hands-on winter science and engineering activity that brings together STEM and SEL skills, perfect for your last week before Christmas break or first week back after winter break. In this Winter STEM activity, kids design and build a sled or sleigh and ramp that can transport “people” or “gifts” the greatest distance possible. They’ll use creativity, critical thinking, and teamwork to test
2nd - 8th
Engineering, General Science, Social Emotional Learning
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+7
Earth & Life Science STEM - Weather, Landforms, Plants & Animals Activities
Dive into Earth Day STEM, spring STEM activities, and Life & Earth Science learning with this versatile bundle! The Planetopia STEM Challenge Bundle combines hands-on creativity with rigorous, standards-aligned content, now available in both print and digital formats. Whether in the classroom or in a 1:1 digital environment, this resource provides flexibility for every teaching style. What’s Included in the Bundle?Explore five immersive challenges, each designed to engage students in criti
2nd - 8th
Engineering, Science
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+7
STEM Virtual Field Trip Science Tech Engineering Math K-2 Fun Digital Resource
Bring STEM learning to life with this Interactive STEM Virtual Field Trip Bundle, designed especially for early childhood and elementary students (Grades K–3)! This no-prep digital bundle includes four engaging virtual field trips, one for each STEM area—Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math, making it the perfect resource for STEM units, cross-curricular learning, centers, enrichment, and remote learning. Each resource is student-friendly, visually engaging, and easy to navigate, allowing
K - 3rd
Astronomy, Engineering, General Science
NASA's Artemis II: Returning to the Moon | Mini Lesson with Video
Bring the excitement of space exploration into your classroom with this no-prep digital mini-lesson! This resource focuses on NASA’s historic Artemis II mission, designed to take the next giant leap in human spaceflight. Students will watch an engaging video from the "Learn With NASA" series and complete a set of comprehension and reflection questions. This is perfect for science centers, sub plans, or an introduction to aerospace and lunar exploration. NASA Video Link Included:The lesson is bu
3rd - 12th, Higher Education
Astronomy, Engineering, General Science
NGSS
MS-ESS3-1
Ghosts in the Graveyard - October Science STEM Activity Halloween Early Finisher
Bring October science to life with the Ghosts in the Graveyard STEM Challenge, a spooky science activity that teaches pulleys, problem-solving, and teamwork. This digital version for Google Slides™ makes it easy to use in 1:1 and paperless classrooms, perfect for October STEM activities, Halloween early finishers, centers or classroom party alternatives.In this engaging October STEM activity, students work in teams to design a pulley system that transports cotton ball “ghosts” from the ground
2nd - 8th
Engineering, General Science
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+7
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