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Engineering Challenge: Can you make a toy out of empty cardboard tubes and other supplies? Materials: (per classroom) Empty cardboard tubes Buttons, pom pon balls, paper scraps Tape, glue and scissors Pipe Cleaners, felt scraps, brads Straws, feathers, yarn, etc. 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, y

2nd - 7th

Engineering

Mayflower STEM - Thanksgiving STEM

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Classroom Base Camp

Thanksgiving STEM - Mayflower STEM Challenge - This boat building STEM challenge meets several NGSS standards and encourages critical thinking, budgeting, and engineering skills and is a perfect Thanksgiving activity. Oh no! The Pilgrims need a boat to travel to the New World. The Pilgrims have a limited budget so the students must use the available supplies to build a ship for the 102 passengers. The strength of the ship will be test by adding 102 pennies (passengers) to see if the Mayflowe

1st - 5th

Engineering

Also included in: STEM Activities Bundle

Paper Airplane Challenge STEM Paper Airplanes Contest Airplane Day Competition

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STEM in the Middle

Looking for a high-interest paper airplane STEM activity that brings real-world science and engineering into your classroom? This hands-on challenge is the perfect way to engage students in meaningful learning while strengthening their design, testing, and critical thinking skills. Looking for more STEM Challenges? Click here to get activities for the whole year and SAVE!Inspired by the use of drones to deliver life-saving medical supplies to remote areas, this challenge invites students to tak

4th - 7th

Engineering, General Science, Physical Science

Also included in: Easy STEM Activities Engineering Design Process Worksheets STEM Curriculum STEAM

Paper Chair: Engineering Challenge Project ~ Great STEM Activity!

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Engineering Challenge: Can you create a chair that can hold a stuffed animal using paper and tape? Paper Chair ChallengeMaterials Needed: (per individual, pair, or team)- Copy paper (3-5 sheets per chair) - Ruler - Masking tape - Stuffed animal (small to medium sized) - Scissors 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 c

2nd - 7th

Engineering

Also included in: Personalized STEM Pack #19 - 10 Engineering Challenges

Buoyancy Density Science Lab Boat STEM Activity Challenge Archimedes Principle

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💧If you are studying buoyancy, density, or Great Explorers, this is the perfect complementary STEM and science activity for you. Students will first conduct a science experiment with aluminum foil and water, and then challenge themselves to design and create a boat. ✨ About This Challenge ✨ This STEM activity provides a great introduction to the Engineering Design Process. While learning about density, buoyancy, and the Archimedes' principle, your students will construct their own cargo s

3rd - 7th

Basic Principles, Engineering, Science

NGSS

MS-ETS1-2

, 3-5-ETS1-3

, 3-5-ETS1-1

Also included in: Engineering Design Challenges STEM Projects Buoyancy Light Properties Invention

Tallest Paper Snowman - STEM Engineering Challenge

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Did you know you can do a great STEM challenge with just some copy paper, tape, and a pair of scissors? Can you create the tallest free-standing paper snowman? Materials Needed: (per pair of students or individual)- sheets of white copy paper - assorted colors of construction paper (optional, can also color the copy paper) - tape - scissors -tape measure or ruler STEM Challenges are a way to get your kids thinking and building at the same time! These challenges use minimal materials and can be u

4th - 8th

Engineering

Halloween STEM Activity - Fall Science Activity - Fun Friday Bone Bridge® STEM

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This Bone Bridge® Halloween STEM Activity is an engaging challenge that brings together Halloween STEM, Halloween science, and fun making it perfect for fun Friday activities, fall centers or classroom party alternatives to keep students excited, collaborative, and focused during October. In this challenge, students work in partners or groups to design and build a bridge using skeleton “bones” (cotton swabs, craft sticks, and more). Their goal? To create the longest, strongest, or most stabl

2nd - 8th

Engineering

NGSS

K-2-ETS1-2

, K-2-ETS1-3

, MS-ETS1-2

Also included in: Halloween October Science Fall STEM Activities – Early Finishers STEM Challenges

STEM Bulletin Board A to Z STEAM Posters Back to School Makerspace Crossword

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This makes the perfect back to school bulletin board for STEM! It is appropriate for any grade and can be used as a vocabulary word wall in your STEM lab or makerspace or in a variety of ways: Use one letter from each to make an ABCs of STEM border around your roomCreate a crossword-style display with your favorite inspirational words. There are multiple posters included for most letters. Many of the words also tie nicely into growth mindset - failure in STEM is not only okay, it's expected an

2nd - 12th

Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Robotics

Also included in: STEM Teacher Back to School Engineering Design Process Low Prep Activities

No Prep STEM Activity for STEM Sub Plans or Early Finishers Science Sub Plans

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STEM Design Domino is the ideal solution for STEM sub plans, early finishers, choice boards, Fun Friday activities, and low-prep STEM centers because it's packed with 432 easy STEM design activities that require minimal prep & deliver maximum engagement!This flexible, print-and-go resource helps students practice critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving with no building supplies required. All you need is paper, pencil, and a domino or die (or even just a random number generator), makin

2nd - 5th

Engineering, General Science

NGSS

3-5-ETS1-1

, 3-5-ETS1-2

Also included in: STEM & Science Sub Plans, Early Finisher Choice Board Activities & Bell Ringers

Tennis Ball Tower: Engineering Challenge Project ~ STEM Activity!

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Engineering Challenge: Can your group create the tallest tower that can hold a tennis ball using only straws and tape? Materials: (per pair or group) 25 straws (can be bendy or straight) 40 inches of masking tape Tennis ball Scissors Tape measure 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, you can engage yo

2nd - 7th

Engineering

Also included in: Personalized STEM Pack #21 - 10 Challenges

After Winter Break Activity – Winter STEM Sled Challenge (Science, Math, SEL)

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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

Also included in: Day Before Winter Break Activities | Christmas SEL, STEM & Science December Fun

No Prep End of the Year STEM Activity Paper Airplane Engineering Design Process

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This is the paper airplane STEM activity you are looking for! This low prep paper engineering challenge is EASY to implement and a fun force and motion exploration. ✅ This activity can be used with ANY grade (students will need to be able to fold and crease paper). It's an excellent fine motor skills activity and always produces surprising results. If you are learning about force and motion or measurement, this challenge is perfect for you! ✅ What You'll Get ✅ Challenge PosterDescription and te

2nd - 8th

Engineering, Physics

NGSS

K-2-ETS1-2

, K-2-ETS1-3

, MS-ETS1-2

Also included in: STEM Activities Challenges Spring Engineering Design Process Science Gifted

STEM Posters for the Engineering Design Process Bulletin Board Makerspace Decor

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Get your STEM bulletin board ready to go with this set of Engineering Design Process posters! Choose from color or black and white options. Graphic organizers are also included to be used with any STEM or STEAM challenge. Included PostersThe Engineering Design Process (all parts on one page)ASKIMAGINEPLANCREATEIMPROVESHAREDot Dudes clip art and the term "Dot Dudes" are licensed and used with permission from Sarah Pecorino of Sarah Pecorino Illustration.

K - 12th

Engineering

Also included in: STEM Activities and Challenges for Kindergarten 1st Grade 2nd Grade Fairy Tales

Fun Halloween STEM Activity - Halloween Science - Spider Web STEM Fall Activity

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Engage your students in a thrilling Halloween Science experience with the Spider Web STEM Challenge, Creature Catcher —a perfect activity for October and Fall! In this hands-on challenge, students will work in groups to design and build a device to catch as many "creatures" as possible. Using a criteria and constraints list to guide their designs, students will explore problem-solving, engineering, and the science behind spider webs in a fun, open-ended activity. Not doing Halloween STEM

2nd - 8th

Engineering, General Science

NGSS

K-2-ETS1-2

, K-2-ETS1-3

, MS-ETS1-2

Also included in: Halloween October Science Fall STEM Activities – Early Finishers STEM Challenges

Pattern Blocks STEM Bins® Speed Builds STEM Activities - Puzzle Cards

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Pattern Blocks STEM Bins® Speed Builds STEM Activities are ideal for hands-on Morning Work, Fast Finishers, Centers, Enrichment, Team Building, and more!Pattern Blocks puzzle cards in two difficulty levels are provided: “Build it Flat” and “Build it Up” to accommodate a range of learning levels. "Build it Flat” cards are recommended for Pre-K-2nd Grade and "Build it Up” cards are recommended for advanced 1st Grade-5th Grade. There are 12 cards provided per difficulty level for a total of 24 ca

PreK - 6th

Engineering, Math

Also included in: STEM Bins® Speed Builds BUNDLE STEM Activities: Morning Work Tubs Fast Finishers

Mini Cups STEM Bins® Speed Builds STEM Activities: Cup Stacking Cup Towers

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Mini Cups STEM Bins® Speed Builds STEM Activities are ideal for hands-on Morning Work, Fast Finishers, Centers, Enrichment, Team Building, and more!Mini Cups puzzle cards in two difficulty levels are provided: “Build it Flat” and “Build it Up” to accommodate a range of learning levels. "Build it Flat” cards are recommended for Pre-K-2nd Grade and "Build it Up” cards are recommended for advanced 1st Grade-5th Grade. There are 12 cards provided per difficulty level for a total of 24 cards.Lookin

PreK - 6th

Engineering, Math

Also included in: STEM Bins® Speed Builds BUNDLE STEM Activities: Morning Work Tubs Fast Finishers

Base Ten Blocks STEM Bins® Speed Builds STEM Activities - Puzzle Cards

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Base Ten Blocks STEM Bins® Speed Builds STEM Activities are ideal for hands-on Morning Work, Fast Finishers, Centers, Enrichment, Team Building, and more!Base Ten Blocks puzzle cards in two difficulty levels are provided: “Build it Flat” and “Build it Up” to accommodate a range of learning levels. "Build it Flat” cards are recommended for Pre-K-2nd Grade and "Build it Up” cards are recommended for advanced 1st Grade-5th Grade. There are 12 cards provided per difficulty level for a total of 24

PreK - 6th

Engineering, Math

Also included in: STEM Bins® Speed Builds BUNDLE STEM Activities: Morning Work Tubs Fast Finishers

Halloween Science Activity - Ghosts in the Graveyard Fun Friday October STEM

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Engage your students in spooky science this October with the Ghosts in the Graveyard® STEM Challenge! In this Halloween science activity, students design and test a pulley system that transports cotton ball “ghosts” through a haunted graveyard. It’s hands-on, collaborative, and perfect for grades 2–8. If you’re not planning Halloween-themed STEM this year, no worries! A bonus “Grapes in the Vineyard” version is included so you can run this pulley challenge any time of year.Halloween STEM Activ

2nd - 8th

Engineering, General Science

NGSS

K-2-ETS1-2

, K-2-ETS1-3

, MS-ETS1-2

Also included in: Halloween October Science Fall STEM Activities – Early Finishers STEM Challenges

Math Activity Engineering Design Process Career Pi Day Area of Circle STEM STEAM

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This math STEM activity with a career focus (packaging engineer) is perfect for Pi Day or any time! In this hands-on paper engineering and math challenge, students will be packaging engineers for the day as they determine the best arrangement for a set of circles in the various packages! This 2D STEM challenge is a scaled-down, paper version of what real packaging engineers must accomplish with 3D objects and products. This activity ties in well to Pi Day because the objects are all circles! In

2nd - 12th

Applied Math, Engineering

CCSS

4.MD.A.3

, 6.RP.A.1

, 6.RP.A.3

Also included in: STEM Activities Challenges Spring Engineering Design Process Science Gifted

Building Bricks LEGO Compatible STEM Bins® Speed Builds STEM Activities

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Building Bricks / LEGO Compatible STEM Bins® Speed Builds STEM Activities are ideal for hands-on Morning Work, Fast Finishers, Centers, Enrichment, Team Building, and more!Building Bricks puzzle cards in two difficulty levels are provided: “Build it Flat” and “Build it Up” to accommodate a range of learning levels. "Build it Flat” cards are recommended for Pre-K-2nd Grade and "Build it Up” cards are recommended for advanced 1st Grade-5th Grade. There are 12 cards provided per difficulty level

PreK - 6th

Engineering, Math

Also included in: STEM Bins® Speed Builds BUNDLE STEM Activities: Morning Work Tubs Fast Finishers

Halloween Science Activity Experiment Dissolving Candy Corn Worksheets STEM

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What's better than a low-prep candy corn STEM challenge? How about 2 of them! In these activities, students will need to use teamwork and perseverance. They will create a tower using just candy corn and one other material. They will also iteratively redesign a simple catapult to maximize the trajectory distance of the candy corn! ✅ What You'll Get ✅ Teacher instructions and lesson planEditable recording pagesDifferentiated recording page options that guide students through the engineering desi

1st - 6th

Engineering, Physics

NGSS

K-2-ETS1-2

, K-2-ETS1-3

, K-2-ETS1-1

Also included in: Candy Corn Science Experiment Scientific Method STEM Activities Challenges

Apple STEM Fun Friday Science Newton’s Laws of Motion Wrecking Ball Activity

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This hands-on apple activity reinforces Newton’s laws of motion. The Apple Annihilator wrecking ball STEM challenge is perfect for Fun Friday activities, apple day, and your fall science or apple unit plans this September & October. Students design and build a wrecking ball using an apple (or tennis ball) as the force source! They’ll explore engineering concepts, practice collaboration, and deepen their understanding of action-reaction forces in a highly engaging format. Whether you're

2nd - 8th

Engineering

NGSS

K-2-ETS1-2

, K-2-ETS1-3

, MS-ETS1-2

+10

Also included in: STEM Team Building Activities First Day of School - Beginning of Year Science

Pollen Collector STEM Challenge: Spring STEM Activity, Flower Pollination

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