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Binary Dot Cards - Randomly Generated!
THE GOALTo familiarize students with the most basic computer language (binary), done in the most basic way! Simple, easy-to-understand, visuals make it fun for all students to learn! WHAT IT ISThis is a program (and Excel program) that randomly generates binary cards AND answers!! All you need to do is hit “Enter” and then the cards randomly shuffle! This is so fun to play as a review game, or speed challenge! FITS ANY LESSON!Great as an introductory lesson, review, assessment, or a whole class
2nd - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Computer Science - Technology, Other (Math)
52 STEM Challenges w/ Spring, Summer and End of School Year STEM Activities
Grab your Back to School STEM activities and keep the momentum going with this year-long bundle of 52 STEM activities perfect for team building, Fun Friday activities, and STEM & Science centers. This bundle includes 5 Back to School STEM activities for elementary & middle school to launch your team-building activities the first day of school, plus 47 additional challenges to carry you through holidays, seasons, and anytime STEM learning. Whether you're planning engaging STEM activities for
2nd - 8th
Engineering, Other (Math), Social Emotional Learning
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+7
After Winter Break Activity – Winter STEM Sled Challenge (Science, Math, SEL)
Ease students back into learning after winter break with a high-interest winter STEM challenge that feels fun, collaborative, and purposeful. This hands-on after winter break activity invites kids to design, build, and test sleds while exploring force, motion, friction, and engineering design. It’s an ideal way to reset classroom routines, rebuild collaboration skills, and re-engage students after time away from school. Whether you’re planning back from winter break activities, snow day lesso
2nd - 8th
Engineering, General Science, Other (Math)
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+6
Daily Math Challenge
Updated 2/13/14
This 56 page digital file contains 50 math challenges with answer keys. These could be used as a warm-up or a problem of the day. I use them as a warm-up with my gifted class. It gets the kids thinking and problem solving. The math challenges include:
mental math
math analogies
mystery number
logic puzzles
find the order
shape puzzles
patterns
Thanks for stopping by!
3rd - 6th
Geometry, Math, Other (Math)
Middle School Brain Teaser Challenge & Picture Puzzles: Rebus Word Games BEDMAS
This fun & engaging brain teaser bundle contains a total of 146 projectable slides. A great resource to inspire collaboration, critical thinking and problem solving. It works with gifted learners and mainstream classrooms. Each of the puzzles requires students to solve word or math problems. Teacher instructions and full answer keys are included. A printable student solution sheet is included on the last slide. This is a fabulous substitute teacher resource for your toolkit! Puzzles inc
4th - 12th
English Language Arts, Other (Math), Vocabulary
Friday Math - PAPER FOOTBALL - 3rd GATE through 6th Grade, 3 Levels of Challenge
In this lesson, we take goofing off to a new level. Imagine playing paper football as an assignment . . . this might take all the fun out of it forever!
This lesson is perfect for a Friday, for after a big test, for a test review, or as a center. It only takes about an hour and keeps kids engaged and thinking.
You will find three levels of challenge to meet the needs of a diverse group of learners make this set of lessons highly adaptable, and alignment to the Common Core Math Standards thre
3rd - 6th
Fractions, Other (Math)
CCSS
5.NBT.A.3
, 4.NF.B.4
, 6.SP.A.2
+6
Also included in: KID CREATED GAMES Standards-based STEM and Math Games Bundle
February STEM Activity - Valentine's SEL & Science - Cupid Bow & Arrow Challenge
Valentine’s Day STEM activities should be more than a quick craft or filler activity. This Valentine’s SEL activity combines February STEM activities, hands-on science, and meaningful social emotional learning through an engaging engineering challenge students love. In the Cupid Bow and Arrow STEM Challenge, students work in teams to design, build, test, and improve a bow-and-arrow system for Cupid’s Valentine’s Day target practice. As they collaborate, test designs, and analyze results, stu
2nd - 8th
Engineering, Other (Math), Social Emotional Learning
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+7
Intro to Cryptography: Secret Codes, Ciphers & Cryptogram Activity | GT Activity
Unlock the World of Secret Codes!Bring high‑engagement problem‑solving into your classroom with this complete Intro to Cryptography lesson pack. Students explore ciphers, codes, cryptograms, glyphs, and the fascinating science behind secret communication. Perfect for Gifted & Talented, STEM enrichment, logic units, and upper‑elementary extension. This resource breaks down complex ideas into clear, student‑friendly explanations and hands‑on activities. Students learn how to encrypt and decr
3rd - 6th
Other (Math), Other (Science), Visual Arts
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
February STEM Activities – 5 Valentine STEM Challenges with SEL & Teamwork
Looking for February STEM activities that keep students engaged while also building social emotional learning and teamwork? This Valentine STEM Activities Bundle includes five hands-on challenges that blend science, math, problem-solving, and SEL, making it a powerful alternative to traditional Valentine’s Day parties. Instead of crafts or games that fill time, students collaborate, communicate, test ideas, and reflect as they work through Valentine-themed STEM challenges. These activities a
2nd - 8th
Engineering, Other (Math), Social Emotional Learning
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+7
PBL | Mathitects: A Building Design Challenge for Geometry Review
In this 2D design challenge, students design and connect their own buildings to create a shared classroom city. They’ll use math skills like area and perimeter while thinking creatively about how communities come together and bring a neighborhood to life. Each student’s creation contributes to a shared “city,” promoting collaboration, creativity, and applied problem-solving. What’s Included: Digital Student Version Stencils to support cut and pasting of buildingsExtension Promotes to further
5th - 8th
Geometry, Measurement, Other (Math)
CCSS
6.G.A.1
, 6.G.A.4
, 7.G.A.2
Egyptian Sphinx Math Ratio Problem FREE Grade 4 Gifted + 5th-6th Challenge Math
Here's a quick free challenge with the mystery of the Sphinx. Using a primary source photo, students measure, estimate, and use ratios to calculate the height of the Sphinx. Part of a ratio six pack for gifted grade 4 and grades 5 and 6, this activity is also included in an engaging unit for gifted grade 4 on pyramids.
4th - 6th
Fractions, Other (Math)
200 No-Prep | Math | Graph & Data Challenges | K-12
Title: Math | 200 Graph & Data Challenges | K-12Product Description: ✅ Overview: Interpret and analyze with 200 graph and data prompts spanning bar graphs, line graphs, pie charts, and scatterplots. ✨ How It Can Be Used:📊 Graph interpretation practice📝 Exit tickets or quick quizzes📚 Data literacy warm-ups💻 Cross-curricular connections (science, social studies)🌟 Why Teachers & Students Love It:📈 Builds real-world data skills🎯 Supports test prep🧠 Pro
K - 12th, Higher Education
Algebra, Math Test Prep, Other (Math)
250 No-Prep | Math | Mental Math Challenges | K-12
Title: Math | 250 Mental Math Challenges | K-12Product Description: ✅ Overview: Sharpen computation and estimation with 250 fast mental math drills — perfect for warm-ups or math fluency practice. ✨ How It Can Be Used:🔢 Speed drill competitions🧠 Brain breaks in class🏆 Math centers or stations⏱️ Quick review activities🌟 Why Teachers & Students Love It:🚀 Builds speed and accuracy🏅 Low prep with high engagement📈 Helps with test prep & fluency📚 This L
K - 12th, Higher Education
Algebra, Math Test Prep, Other (Math)
200 No-Prep | Math | Critical Thinking Challenges | K-12
Title: Math | 200 Critical Thinking Challenges | K-12Product Description: ✅ Overview: Stretch students’ reasoning skills with 200 problem-solving prompts — from riddles to logic puzzles and multi-step challenges. ✨ How It Can Be Used:🧠 Brain teasers for warm-ups📝 Enrichment or early finisher tasks🏆 Math clubs and competitions📊 Cross-curricular problem solving🌟 Why Teachers & Students Love It:🔍 Fun, puzzling, and thought-provoking🎯 Encourages perseverance
K - 12th, Higher Education
Algebra, Math Test Prep, Other (Math)
HPGE Lesson 1 - Thinking Challenge
The Divergent Thinking Challenge invites students to think flexibly, creatively, and expansively by generating as many ideas as possible for an open-ended prompt (such as, “How many different ways can you use a paperclip?”). Through individual brainstorming, group collaboration, and class reflection, students practise generating original ideas, building on others' thinking, and stretching their creative boundaries. This activity encourages students to embrace risk-taking in their thinking — a
5th - 6th
Balanced Literacy, For All Subjects, General Science, Other (Math)
CCSS
SL.6.1
, SL.6.1c
, SL.6.4
Area/Perimeter (3MDC5, 3MDC6,3MDD8,4MDA3) Math Challenge
This math challenge requires students to design a new business district for a downtown city. As they add dimensions to their businesses, they must calculate the area of each business and stay under a specified budget. They then must write a letter to the mayor of their city defending their business plan!
Note: This is specific for Hagerstown, MD, but please feel free to modify it for your town!
3rd - 5th
Geometry, Measurement, Other (Math)
CCSS
3.MD.C.5a
, 3.MD.C.6
, 3.MD.C.7
+4
15 Cards - Math Logic Problem
Great challenging task for your high-end math students. Once they solve the presented problem, extended their thinking by having them create a 15 Cards problem for a partner to solve.
2nd - 5th
Basic Operations, Other (Math)
Volume Extension Project (Set of 2)
Need a challenge for students who already understand the basics of volume. Use these 2 volume projects to help extend your student's learning! Students will be asked to problem-solve real life situations as they apply what they know about volume in new "out of the box" ways of thinking.
4th - 6th
Applied Math, Measurement, Other (Math)
CCSS
5.MD.C.4
, 5.MD.C.5
, 5.MD.C.5a
+2
February Valentine STEM Activity - Cards in the Clouds Print & Paperless Bundle
Valentine’s Day STEM Challenge activities should be more than just a craft or activity to pass the time! Even if your kids don't exchange cards, you can use kindness cards to inspire your classroom community (included in resource). How it Works:Working against a criteria/constraints list individually or in partners/groups, students will design and build the tallest “tower of love” possible using Valentine’s Day cards they were probably just going to throw away anyway!⭐️ ⭐️ Note: for older stu
2nd - 8th
Engineering, Other (Math), Social Emotional Learning
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+7
Kakurasu Puzzles Logic Grid Math Brain Teasers Printable 150 Logic Puzzle
Looking for a fun and challenging way to build logic, problem-solving, number sense, and critical thinking skills? This Kakurasu Puzzles Printable Workbook is a perfect no-prep resource for students who love math puzzles, logic games, brain teasers, and independent thinking activities. This printable resource includes 150 Kakurasu puzzles in a clean 4x4 grid format, making it ideal for beginners, early finishers, math centers, homeschool enrichment, morning work, sub plans, and gifted student ac
3rd - 6th
For All Subjects, Numbers, Other (Math)
The Candy Conundrum
The Candy Conundrum: A Critical Thinking Challenge Grades: 6–7 (Gifted & Advanced Learners) Time: 30 minutes Materials: Paper and pencil only Prep: None The Candy Conundrum is a high-engagement logic and reasoning activity that challenges students to divide a set amount of candy using multiple constraints. Students must analyze rules, make strategic decisions, and defend their reasoning—perfect for gifted learners who need more than a one-right-answer task. Students are given 90 pieces of candy
5th - 8th
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Other (Math)
CCSS
6.NS.B.3
, 7.NS.A.1
, 7.NS.A.2
+1
pi day Word sudoku math warm-ups critical thinking activity 8th 9th 10th 11th
pi day holiday, easy, medium, hard/challenging level - Word sudoku logic puzzle, Sub plans, Classroom Icebreaker, Brain breaks Games, no prep, low prep Worksheet activities. Designed for students in 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th grades, upper elementary, middle school, or high school, early finishers, middle schoolers, high schoolers, Gate, gifted and talented, secondary school, homeschool, Kid Education, Junior high school ! MATH WARM-UP AND LITERACY PUZZLE. MATH CHALLENGES
4th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Math Test Prep, Other (Math), Phonics & Phonological Awareness
BCE CE Timeline Integers Bundle | Negative and Positive Integers with History!
Teaching BCE and CE dates alongside negative integers can be challenging for middle school students, especially when timelines are introduced without a clear mathematical connection. This BCE CE Timeline Integers Bundle helps Grades 6–8 students understand how historical dates function as positive and negative integers by using timelines as a number line to measure time, compare events, and calculate intervals. This low-prep, cross-curricular math and social studies bundle provides structured in
5th - 9th
Ancient History, Numbers, Other (Math)
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