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Easy Electronics Lab
Students love exploring and designing electrical circuits in this hands-on creative lab. Watch as they engineer functioning circuits complete with lights, buzzers, and switches using batteries and salt dough. Working cooperatively, they will learn the principles of direct current and explore the difference between series and parallel circuits.
Inexpensive materials make this project perfect for schools with limited funds or resources. A complete materials list and ordering information are includ
3rd - 8th
Other (Science), Physics, Science
Roller Coaster Force and Motion PBL | Project Based Learning Science Enrichment
Looking for a fun and engaging way to teach about different force and motion or Newton's Laws of Motion? This project allows students to learn about friction, interia, gravity, speed, momentum, and much more by designing their own roller coaster! What is project based learning?Project Based Learning (PBL) is a hands-on way for students to learn as they design, build, and/or research a solution to reach the project's goal or a solution. The project is broken into parts so students can easily sta
3rd - 6th
Engineering, Physics, Science
NGSS
3-PS2-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, MS-PS2-4
+9
Also included in: Science PBL | Project and Problem Based Learning Bundle
150 Physics Science Experiment STEM STEAM Lab Projects - 50 STEM Labs Collection
PREVIEW AVAILABLE! LIKE WHAT YOU SEE? CHECK OUT OTHER STEM RESOURCES IN MY SHOP! PLEASE NOTE: This is a collected edition of: MEGA PACK 1 - 50 STEM Labs MEGA PACK 2 - 50 More STEM Labs MEGA PACK 3 - 50 New STEM Labs You will not get any new content if you already purchased these 3 collections. If you've not, this is a more economical way to buy all 3. This volume collects all 150 project labs from the first 3 volumes sorted into 12 fun categories: *Architecture Projects x13 *Boats Projects x
3rd - 12th
Physics
STEM Engineering Challenge Bundle – 6 Hands-On Projects | Grades K–8
Ultimate STEM Challenge Bundle – 6 Hands-On Engineering Projects (Grades K–8)Bring high-engagement, real-world engineering into your classroom with this 6-Project STEM Challenge Bundle! This collection includes six classroom-tested, student-approved engineering design challenges that build creativity, problem-solving, collaboration, 21st-century skills, and a love for STEM. Perfect for STEM Labs, Science Classrooms, Makerspaces, PBL Units, After-School Programs, and Summer Camps! Individually,
K - 8th
Engineering, For All Subjects, Physics
CCSS, NGSS
5.NBT.B.7
, W.3.1
, W.5.1b
+10
Project Based Learning-Design a Mini-Golf Hole Challenge
Bring math and science to life with Mini-Golf Mayhem — an engaging, hands-on Project-Based Learning (PBL) unit where students design a mini-golf hole through creativity and innovation! By aligning this resource to your own geometry and science standards, students will go through the process of designing and building their very own creative mini-golf hole. Students will: Explore angles, measurement, force, and motion Apply real-world problem-solving and collaboration Innovate with creativity w
3rd - 8th
Geometry, Measurement, Physics
STEM Activities & Challenges: 2nd & 3rd Grade Magnetism Project
This STEM activity and challenge uses the properties of magnetism and the principles of engineering design to challenge students to design and create a structure that will allow a paperclip to "float" and "defy gravity." Step-by-step directions and materials list are both provided for the teacher to allow for maximum student success. A student design and planning packet is also provided to ensure that students carefully navigate the engineering design process during this STEM challenge. Stude
2nd - 3rd
Engineering, Physics, Science
NGSS
3-PS2-1
, 3-PS2-3
, 3-PS2-4
Also included in: Magnets Activity Unit and STEM Challenge BUNDLE
Electric Circuits Series & Parallel NO PREP GRADE 4 SCIENCE GAME - VERY UNFAIR
Here is a short youtube video explaining how this review game works.This game is VERY UNFAIR and the kids love it!This is a No Prep Science Review Game where students earn points for answering correctly, but the points can be positive or negative, and can be assigned to your team or your opponents’ team! And to make it very unfair, if you get the answer wrong, then the opposing team gets to assign the points to any team they choose. The goal is to have the score the closest to zero at the end of
3rd - 5th
Physical Science, Physics
Also included in: 29 NO PREP GRADE 4 SCIENCE REVIEW GAMES - VERY UNFAIR: Physics
Electric Circuits Series & Parallel FRAZZLED Science Game - No Prep Grade 4
Win Big, then Lose Big, Then Win Big Again. So Frustrating, and FUN!Frazzled is a No Prep Science game where teams earn an unknown amount of points for answering questions correctly! Be warned, get it wrong and your opponents get your points! Reveal a bomb and your points get reset to ZERO! The game is playable with the whole class together, or you can play it as small groups. There are 20 questions and answers included. This version is Elementary Science, Grade 4, Electric Circuits Series & Pa
3rd - 5th
Physical Science, Physics
Also included in: 29 FRAZZLED Science Games - Physics - No Prep Grade 4 Review
Electric Circuits Series & Parallel NO PREP GRADE 4 SCIENCE GAME - BIG UNFAIR
This game is UNFAIR and the kids love it! 8 teams answer every question!The Big Unfair Game is a No Prep Science review game where students earn points for answering questions, but the points can be positive or negative! The goal is to have the score the closest to zero at the end of the game.The game is playable with the whole class together, or you can play it as small groups. All questions and answers are included. This version is Elementary Science, Grade 4, Electric Circuits Series & Paral
3rd - 5th
Physical Science, Physics
Also included in: 29 NO PREP GRADE 4 SCIENCE REVIEW GAMES - BIG UNFAIR: Physics
Electric Circuits Series & Parallel BUMP Science Game - No Prep Grade 4 Review
Let’s BUMP the other teams to score points!BUMP is a No Prep Science game where students bump other teams off the platform to score points based on how quickly they answered the questions correctly! The game is playable with the whole class together, or you can play it as small groups. All questions and answers are included. This version is Elementary Science, Grade 4, Electric Circuits Series & Parallel. It is a digital resource, no printouts required. How It Works: The game runs in PowerPoint,
3rd - 5th
Physical Science, Physics
Also included in: 29 BUMP Science Games - Physics - Grade 4 No Prep Review Activity
Earthquake Shake Tower Challenge – Structural Engineering STEM Project
In the Earthquake Shake Test Tower STEM Challenge, students become civil and structural engineers as they design and build a tower that can withstand simulated earthquake forces without collapsing. Using simple classroom materials, students explore vibrations, structural stability, balance, and energy transfer while engaging in authentic problem-solving through the Engineering Design Process. This exciting, low-prep STEM challenge is ideal for STEM labs, science classrooms, engineering unit
K - 8th
Engineering, For All Subjects, Physics
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Leprechaun Trap STEM Activity St. Patrick's Day Family Project Engineering Fun
Design a Leprechaun Trap and catch the leprechaun for St. Patrick's Day! Students will use the planning sheet to follow the engineering design process, pick bait to trap the leprechaun, and create a simple (or complicated!) trap while exploring force and motion. This project can be done in small groups (pairs works well) or you may send this home as family project. 🍀 What You'll Get 🍀 Teacher instructions and guided lesson planDifferentiated recording page options that guide students through
1st - 6th
Engineering, Measurement, Physics
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
+4
Force & Motion Science Projects | 5 Hands-On STEM With Readings & Extensions
Looking for engaging, hands-on science projects to wrap up your 3rd, 4th, or 5th grade force and motion unit? This resource includes 5 exciting STEM-based lesson plans, each featuring an interactive experiment, two short reading passages (1 informational & 1 narrative), a student reflection sheet, and extension ideas that bring science concepts to life! Perfect for end-of-the-year science units, this bundle combines NGSS-aligned activities, cross-curricular reading integration, and simple
3rd - 4th
Engineering, General Science, Physics
CCSS, NGSS
RL.3.1
, RL.4.1
, RL.5.1
+18
Toys/Game Around the World: Math/Social Studies Project Based Learning
This is a high-quality, interdisciplinary unit that hits the "STEM + Social Studies" sweet spot—a very popular niche on Teachers Pay Teachers (TpT). Here is a ready-to-use product title, description, and "What's Included" list designed to convert browsers into buyers. Product Title: STEM Around the World: 5-Day Toy Engineering & Physics Lab Subtitle: History, Physics, and Invention Challenges for Upper Elementary & Middle School Product Description:Take your students on a global journey where hi
1st - 5th
Engineering, Geometry, Physics
Maria Montessori Collaborative Poster Mural Project Women’s History Month Craft
Maria Montessori Collaborative Poster Mural Project Women’s History Month CraftStudents will engage in a creative and collaborative activity by assembling a striking mural featuring Dr. Maria Montessori, the renowned Italian physician and educator. This project celebrates her groundbreaking contributions to education and child development. Resource: The project includes a guide and teacher instructions to facilitate the work. Size of Final Poster: Approximately 30 inches x 40 inches.Door Decor
2nd - 6th
Physics, Visual Arts
Engineering Design STEM Pasta Car Project - 5 Days of Lesson Plans & Resources
This is a hands-on, low-prep STEM activity that gets your students thinking, building, and problem-solving. The Pasta Car Racer challenge guides students through the engineering design process as they work to design a car made (mostly!) out of pasta. Students will love helping Mayor Noodleton save the day by designing and testing their very own pasta car to compete in the Pasta Grand Prix. Whether working independently or with a partner, students will imagine, plan, build, and improve their
2nd - 5th
Engineering, Physical Science, Physics
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
+1
Lunar Landers: An NGSS-Aligned Engineering Project
Help students explore gravitational forces through this hands-on engineering challenge.
Students can complete this project individually, in pairs, or in teams. We have done this project with materials in class and also as an at-home project. Both work great!
The mission is to create a lunar lander that will protect the cargo onboard (an egg) and keep it crack-free. Students will put their lander through numerous trials (recording sheets included) as well as spend time reflecting and addressin
3rd - 6th
Basic Principles, Engineering, Physics
Challenge Project: The Science of Sound
Challenge Projects are designed as differentiated experiences for all students - whether they are gifted, high potential, average, underachievers, English language learners, struggling, and/or displaying other special needs. These enrichment units are designed to be chosen by students based upon their interests and strengths. Challenge Projects do not have a set length of study. Rather, each avenue of study should be flexible and determined by the length of time daily that a student is able t
3rd - 5th
Physical Science, Physics
Unique Energy Cooling Buildings Project Inspired by Toco Toucan
Dive into the fascinating world of renewable and energy-efficient building design with this engaging science project centered around cooling techniques inspired by the vibrant Toco Tucan. Key Features:⭐️ Nature-Inspired Innovations: Learn how toucans use their colorful bills to regulate body temperature, providing insight into sustainable design. ⭐️ Engaging Learning: This nonfiction resource aligns with NGSS standards, making it ideal for science education. ⭐️ Inspire Creativity: Encourage st
3rd - 4th
Physics, Science
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 4-ESS3-1
STEM Activities & Challenges: 2nd & 3rd Grade Simple Machines Leprechaun Trap
St. Patrick's Day Leprechaun Trap STEM Project-Based Learning is here! This STEM activity and challenge for 2nd-3rd graders uses the concepts of simple machines (pulleys, levers, inclined planes/ramps) and the engineering design process to engage students in the challenge of building a leprechaun trap that can trap and contain a marble or ping pong ball (representing a leprechaun). Step-by-step directions and materials list are both provided for the teacher to allow for maximum student success.
2nd - 3rd
Engineering, Physics, Science
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
+5
Balloon Car STEM Engineering Challenge
Hands-On Force & Motion Engineering Design Project | Differentiated STEM Notebook | NGSS + Florida BEST Aligned Looking for a high-engagement STEM activity that reaches ALL learners while saving you planning time? This Balloon Car Engineering Challenge allows students to design, build, test, and improve a balloon-powered car while learning real engineering concepts, force and motion, and problem-solving skills. This resource includes a complete student engineering notebook, teacher guide, dif
3rd - 8th
Physics, Robotics
CCSS, NGSS
3.MD.A.1
, 4.MD.A.1
, 5.MD.A.1
+28
Snowball Catapults: Investigating Forces of Motion
Snowball catapults is an awesome hands-on engineering project that can be used during the winter season. Students will learn about simple machines, specifically levers as they explore, design, and test their snowball catapult. Students will also be given opportunities to modify their design and test for both distance, accuracy, and power. During this investigation students will learn about Newton's 1st Law of Motion and the relationship between potential and kinetic energy. Many math connections
2nd - 8th
Measurement, Physics
Paper Nest STEM Challenge – Structure & Stability Engineering | Grades K–8
Paper Nest Protector STEM Challenge – Hands-On Engineering & Egg Protection ProjectProtect the “nest” at all costs! In the Paper Nest Protector STEM Challenge, students become engineers tasked with designing a protective structure that keeps a fragile egg safe from impact using only simple classroom materials. This high-engagement, low-prep project introduces students to real-world engineering, force and motion, and structural design through the Engineering Design Process. Perfect for STEM la
K - 8th
Engineering, For All Subjects, Physics
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-PS2-2
, 3-5-ETS1-1
+1
Explore Electricity
Doing a science unit on electricity? This product provides a list of over 60 projects, activities, and experiments to supplement your unit. It is designed especially for those students who finish their work quickly and need greater depth.
3rd - 5th
Physical Science, Physics
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