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Thinking Cap Growth Mindset STEM Project
This resource is aimed at those studying growth mindset, metacognition, or classrooms that do STEM or Project Based Learning. It involves your students using basic materials to design and create a Thinking Cap. Using their imagination, students create a cap to wear and "purchase" items to design with (small budget of $15), so math is incorporated as well. Students will go through the design process, by drawing sketches, planning out their idea, and evaluating their design. What fun to make a
2nd - 5th
Engineering
Flip Calendar Bulletin Board Poster Set STEM Classroom Decor
Keep your classroom organized and visually engaging with this Hanging Flip Calendar Set Classroom Decor. Designed to make daily date updates simple and clear, it adds both function and style to your learning space while helping students stay connected to classroom routines. This hanging flip calendar set is a practical classroom decor piece that helps display the date in a way that is easy to see and update. Its interactive format makes it a useful addition to bulletin boards, learning walls, o
K - 5th
Basic Principles, Engineering, Science
Engineering Design Process Worksheet – Grades 3–5 | ACCESS FM
ACCESS FM Product Design Worksheet – Scaffolded for Grades 3–5Help young designers think like real product engineers with this ACCESS FM Worksheet, specially scaffolded for grades 3–5! This printable resource breaks down the ACCESS FM framework (Appearance, Cost, Customer, Environment, Size, Safety, Function, Materials) into student-friendly language to guide thoughtful product evaluation and reflection. Whether your students are building a prototype, analyzing a solution, or explaining a fin
3rd - 5th
Basic Principles, Computer Science - Technology, Engineering
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-2
Lung Capacity Balloon STEM-How Big Can Your Lungs Blow? | Human Body For K - 2nd
🎈 Lung Capacity Balloon STEM | How Big Can Your Lungs Blow? | Hands-On Science Activity (K–2) Make science fun and active with this engaging Lung Capacity Balloon STEM Activity! Students will explore how their lungs work by testing how much air they can blow into a balloon and measuring the results. This hands-on investigation helps young learners understand breathing, lung function, and basic measurement skills in an exciting and interactive way. 🫁 What Students Will Learn Students will:
PreK - 3rd
Biology, Engineering, General Science
Introduction to 3D Design on TinkerCAD
Introduction to 3D Designing on TinkerCAD for Elementary StudentsBring creativity, technology, and problem-solving into your classroom with this engaging Introduction to 3D Designing on TinkerCAD unit created specifically for elementary students! This beginner-friendly resource introduces students to the exciting world of 3D design and digital creation through easy-to-follow lesson and hands-on challenges. Perfect for STEM, Makerspace, technology, gifted education, enrichment, or classroom i
1st - 5th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, For All Subjects
Plant STEM Activity - Parts of a Plant Life Cycle Plant Adaptations & Functions
Looking for an engaging way to teach plant life cycles, parts of a plant, needs, plant adaptations, functions, cells, photosynthesis, and/or genetics & heredity? This hands-on Plant STEM Activity is perfect for students in grades 2–8 to explore plant science concepts while fostering creativity and problem-solving skills. Whether for spring lessons, Earth Day, or anytime during the year, this activity inspires students to design and build their own unique plant with never-before-seen ada
2nd - 8th
Engineering, General Science
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+7
Electricity Basics STEM-Build and Explore Simple Circuits | Energy Units (K-9)
⚡ Electricity Basics STEM Activity: Build and Explore Simple Circuits Spark curiosity and hands-on learning with this exciting STEM engineering challenge! In this engaging activity, students explore the basics of electricity by building simple circuits and discovering how electrical energy flows through a complete path. Perfect for young learners, this resource helps students understand real-world science concepts through experimentation, observation, and creative problem-solving as they design
K - 9th
Engineering, General Science, Physical Science
Form Follows Function CER | Architecture | GATE Middle School
📘 Full Length Standard Aligned DBQ CER Style Worksheet - Claim Evidence Reasoning | Form Follows Function Worksheet | Evidence-Based Reading Engage your students in high-level critical thinking and evidence-based analysis on the subject of Architecture, with this Full Length DBQ CER Style Worksheet. This resource is designed to help students analyze real-world topics, interpret informational texts, and support answers with evidence—all while staying accessible for gifted & talented middle s
3rd - 6th
Engineering, Informational Text, Physical Science
9:42
TinkerCAD Basics - Creating holes, Emboss, and features.
At the conclusion of the video the viewer will be able to modify sizes, add features such as text, and create holes.
K - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Engineering, Graphic Arts, Physical Science
Unplugged Coding Activities - Crayon Theme Directional No Tech Computer Science
Explore the basics of directional coding and conditional statements even if you don't have tech available! These simple maze-style coding puzzles are the perfect introductory coding activity. Contents3 leveled, unplugged coding pages (provided in color and black and white) - choose one or complete all 3Sample completed code for one maze (answers will vary).*** Please note this resource is also included in Bookshelf STEM Jr - The Day the Crayons Quit so please do not purchase both.
K - 4th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering
Unplugged Coding Activities - Use for Hour of Code Groundhog Themed
Explore the basics of directional coding and conditional statements even if you don't have tech available! These simple maze-style coding puzzles are the perfect introductory coding activity. Contents3 leveled, unplugged coding pages (provided in color and black and white) - choose one or complete all 3Sample completed code for one maze*** Please note this resource is also included in Bookshelf STEM Jr. - Groundhog's Runaway Shadow ***
1st - 4th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering
Unplugged Coding Activities - Elephant Themed!
Explore the basics of directional coding and conditional statements even if you don't have tech available! These simple maze-style coding puzzles are the perfect introductory coding activity. Contents3 leveled, unplugged coding pages (provided in color and black and white) - choose one or complete all 3Sample completed code for one maze (answers will vary).*** Please note this resource is also included in Bookshelf STEM Jr. - Strictly No Elephants so they are themed to this storybook (however,
K - 4th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering
Build a Bridge STEM Activity | Engineering Challenge for Kindergarten & Grade 1
This STEM Engineering Challenge helps young learners explore problem-solving, creativity, and basic engineering skills through a fun hands-on activity. Students will become engineers as they plan, build, test, and improve a bridge using simple materials. This activity follows the Engineering Design Process and is perfect for introducing STEM concepts in an engaging and age-appropriate way. WHAT’S INCLUDED: ✔ STEM challenge cover page ✔ “What is the Challenge?” introduction ✔ Materials checklist
PreK - 6th
Engineering, Other (Math), Writing
Plant STEM Activity – Life Cycle, Adaptations, Photosynthesis, Heredity Genetics
Looking for an engaging way to teach plant life cycles, plant parts, needs, adaptations, functions, cells, photosynthesis, and genetics? Perfect for grades 2–8, this challenge invites kids to design and build their own unique plant with never-before-seen adaptations while applying real science concepts. This Google Slides Plant STEM activity combines hands-on building with paperless student slides, making it easy to manage while keeping kids fully engaged. 🧠 The ChallengeKids work individuall
2nd - 8th
Engineering, General Science
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+6
Simple Machines - Montessori 3 Part Cards with Definitions, 14 cm
These Montessori 3 part, and 4 part nomenclature cards are perfect for learning the basics of the six simple machines. The images are large, carefully drawn, and beautifully colored. Definition cards describe each of the simple machines in clear, simple language. The Montessori 3 part nomenclature card sizes are 14 cm x 14 cm, with 10 cm x 2 cm labels, following the guidelines recommended by the Canadian Montessori Teacher's Education Institute. The 3 part cards feature each of the 6 simpl
K - 3rd
Engineering, Physics, Science
Also included in: Simple Machines Montessori Nomenclature and Classification Cards Bundle
STEM Challenge Task Cards World Landmarks Hashtag Blocks Building Bricks
STEM challenge task cards with a world landmarks theme for beginner builders! These are basic tasks for building materials like hashtag blocks, building bricks, play dough, pipe cleaners, or interlocking cubes. ✅ What You'll Get ✅ Overview and teacher notes with building tips28 world landmark cards! These are provided in both full page and 4 per page layouts (task card size). Recording pages for students to write down their ideas or recreate their design on paper.STEM Decor (S T E M posters,
K - 3rd
Engineering, Measurement
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
STEM Activity Mechanical Engineering Design Process Challenge 4-Bar Mechanism
In this challenge, students will design and create a simple 4-bar linkage. This is a basic type of mechanism that mechanical engineers use in various designs (such as windshield wipers!). ✅ What You'll Get ✅ Challenge PosterDescription and teacher notesPhoto examples5 "Talk Like an Engineer" word cards with relevant vocabulary **includes link to QuizletTalk Like an Engineer PosterMultiple recording options for students to follow the engineering design process: Graphic organizers (includes digi
3rd - 12th
Engineering
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-4
+5
Betta Fish Bowl: Engineering Challenge Project ~ Great STEM Activity!
Engineering Challenge:
Can you design and create a suitable habitat for a betta fish that meets its basic needs?
Materials: (per group)
Large mason jar or other container
One betta fish
Aquarium gravel
Live water plant (optional)
Fish food
Tap water de-chlorinator
This packet contains all the information you need to make this a great engineering activity in your classroom! Lab sheets, student and teacher instructions, and challenge signs are all included! Using simple and cheap materials,
2nd - 7th
Engineering
Ready for Robots? Science & Tech Activity Set, Word Search - Bonus Puzzle & DIY
Robots! Are you ready for all the new kinds of robots coming soon? Kids will love to learn the basics of robots with this action-packed puzzle set. Follow us to learn about monthly freebies and deals! Includes: Two-Page Activity Set – kids will... Identify various parts of a humanoid robot; Complete a crossword with various robotics terms; Match-up robot names to their descriptions; Color-in a picture to reveal a new type of household robot; and Guide two competing fire-fighting robots through a
3rd - 6th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Robotics
Henry Ford STEM - Car Building STEM
Henry Ford - Henry Ford is a famous American who changed the way cars were made. This STEM teaches students some basic facts about Henry Ford. It challenges students to design a car that has wheels that can turn. Students must use the available supplies and stick to a budget. This STEM challenge meets several NGSS standards and encourages critical thinking, budgeting, and engineering skills.
Suggested Plan of Implementation:
Prior Week: Send home the parent letter requesting supplies. Gat
1st - 6th
Engineering, U.S. History
Also included in: STEM Activities Bundle
Math + STEM Activity – Build & Count |Hands-On Building & Counting for K and 1st
This Math + STEM Activity – Build & Count is a hands-on learning resource designed to help young learners develop counting, problem-solving, and basic engineering skills through building and exploration. Students will become builders and mathematicians as they construct structures using blocks, count how many they used, compare sizes, and reflect on their work. This activity encourages creativity, critical thinking, and early STEM skills in an engaging and age-appropriate way. WHAT’S INCLUDED: ✔
PreK - 3rd
Engineering, General Science, Geometry
14:30
Swing - Build
In this video, students will be guided through building a swing that spins two LEGO Mini figures in a circle. Students will explore basic building techniques and the importance of using two connecting points for structural purposes. Are you looking for an engaging STEM unit in your classroom learners or homeschool learners? Utilize the LEGO SPIKE Prime platform with me to engage learners critical thinking, problem solving and imaginative play! Learning should be fun and in this unit we create f
3rd - 6th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Robotics
Also included in: LEGO Explorers STEM Bundle
Chia Bot- CPS activity
Chia Bot is a creative and high-interest CPS (Creative Problem Solving) activity where students explore the science behind chia pets and the basics of robotics. After learning about both topics, they are challenged to design a hybrid creation—part chia pet, part robot—while working within specific parameters. This project sparks imagination, encourages design thinking, and has been a huge hit with students!
1st - 5th
Engineering, Other (Science), Robotics
Summer STEM Challenge Activity - Pick and Pack Print and Digital Resource Bundle
This summer STEM challenge is the perfect end of year activity to keep your students engaged through the very last day of school! The basic premise:Individually or in partners, students will select items to pack for a road trip. In this 2-D simulation of a 3-D task, students arrange items with different point values into pre-defined car trunk spaces. They can’t have it all, though! They’ll use a criteria & constraints list to bring all of what they need and some of what they want, as they aim fo
2nd - 8th
Engineering, Other (Math)
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+7
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