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Christmas STEM Christmas Science - Candy Cane Christmas STEM Challenge Activity
Looking for fun Christmas STEM activities that mix candy canes, science, engineering, and math? The Candy Cane Calamity Christmas STEM Challenge is a hands-on favorite that turns Christmas science into holiday fun! Kids will design and test creative packaging to safely “mail” their candy canes, making this one of the most engaging Christmas STEM and candy cane activities of the season. Perfect for your December activities, Christmas party, or winter classroom centers, this challenge blends STE
2nd - 8th
Engineering, General Science, Measurement
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+6
Card Tower STEM Challenge
This tower building STEM / STEAM Challenges is perfect for summer – or any time of the year! It brings the joy back to your classroom with collaborative, hands-on, brain-busting work (disguised as fun)! If you have spare index cards, at least 30 minutes, and a class to inspire, run this challenge as a fun, quick task for a rainy day, or select from multiple options provided to add depth and rigor to extend this activity to days or weeks of active learning! The challenge:: Individually, or in pa
2nd - 8th
Engineering, Measurement, Social Emotional Learning
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+7
Also included in: Card Tower STEM Challenge Mini Bundle
Maths Extension Activities- Problem Solving & Open-Ended Challenges Volume 2
Looking to challenge your high-ability students or fast finishers in maths?This Upper Primary Maths Extension pack is filled with engaging, real-world, open-ended investigations designed to stretch students and promote deeper mathematical thinking. Perfect for extension groups, early finishers, or differentiation, these tasks encourage students to reason, problem-solve, and justify their thinking. What’s Included:✔ 10 rich, open-ended problem-solving challenges✔ Designed for Years 5–6 extension
4th - 8th
Algebra, Measurement, Numbers
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
STEAM Geometry, Area, Ratios, Hands-on Math COLORADO FLAG DESIGN CHALLENGE
Full STEAM ahead! Here’s a fun and challenging one or two hour math lesson which combines mathematical problem solving, graphic design, following written directions, and an eye for art. It’s all ready-to-print including student handouts, teacher directions, samples, explanations, and an answer key. Use it today with common classroom materials!
Students solve problems about area and ratios to discover the proper measurements for a scaled version of the Colorado state flag and then solve pro
4th - 8th
Geometry, Measurement
MEASUREMENT PUZZLER CHALLENGE
Use this puzzler activity (game) to assess students' knowledge of measurement terminology or use this challenge as a review prior to test-taking. Take a look at my preview and I'm sure that you'll want to purchase this one. Your students will enjoy decoding these puzzles. You can even make an individual or team competition out of this activity. It would be great for gifted and talented students as well. AN ANSWER KEY IS PROVIDED FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE.
4th - 8th
Math Test Prep, Measurement
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
Robot Race: Distance, Measurement & Conversion Challenge
Engage your students in hands-on measurement and unit conversion with this exciting STEM challenge!In this interactive activity, students will race their robots, predict distances, measure actual travel in inches or feet, and convert their results into metric units (centimeters & meters). Perfect for gifted 5th graders, this worksheet blends math, measurement, and critical thinking skills! What’s Included:Prediction and measurement recording table Step-by-step conversion formulas (feet to inch
4th - 6th
Engineering, Measurement
Black History STEM Activity - Functional Furniture Print and Paperless Bundle
This challenge was created as a way to celebrate Black History Month and/or Women’s History Month in science class. The premise is inspired by Sarah E. Goode’s 1885 invention of the folding cabinet bed. She was one of the first African-American women to obtain a patent for her invention! The basic premise:Working against a criteria/constraints list in groups, students will design and build multi-functional furniture, or furnish an entire apartment. Note: This resource includes both the printable
2nd - 8th
Engineering, Measurement, Social Emotional Learning
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+7
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
If 24 is the Answer, What is the Question?
Use this radial web diagram to challenge students to think outside of the box. If the answer is "24", then what is the question? Students should be encouraged not to restrict their questions to only math. They can work individually on this activity or with a group. One example is already given.
4th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Basic Operations, Measurement
Which One Doesn’t Belong? Math Bundle | Perimeter, Area, and Volume Task Cards
✨ Stop wasting time hunting for meaningful math challenges—this Which One Doesn’t Belong? Math Bundle has everything you need to engage students in deep thinking about perimeter, area, and volume!This bundle of task cards and extension activities helps students build conceptual understanding of measurement while encouraging higher-order reasoning. With perimeter, area, and volume WODB challenges at their fingertips, teachers can spark rich math discussions, address misconceptions, and push st
3rd - 5th
Geometry, Measurement
CCSS
3.MD.C.5
, 3.MD.C.6
, 3.MD.C.7
+13
4th Grade Math Common Core Measurement Exemplar Word Problems
4th Grade Math Common Core Measurement Word Problems written to challenge students. These will enrich and extend their thinking. Standards covered are 4MD2 and 4MD3 as well as 4OA3. These work extremely well as exemplars. There are three real world questions that can be solved as a whole class, in small groups or by individual students.
3rd - 5th
Math Test Prep, Measurement, Other (Math)
CCSS
4.MD.A.2
, 4.MD.A.3
, 4.OA.A.3
Blueprint for a Dream Room GATE Scale Activity
My GATE students loved this engaging lesson! It was a real challenge for my 3rd graders and right on target for my 4th and 5th graders. If you want your GATE kids to finally have to WORK to find an answer, this is for you! I think this would also work well in the regular 6th or 7th grade classroom.
Instructions and recommendations for using this lesson are included.
Students will:
1. Research and record measurements around their home to get a realistic idea for the measurements of their dream
3rd - 8th
Applied Math, Measurement
Perimeter of Rectangles Word Problems Power Point
Are you looking for a lesson that reinforces skills in solving perimeter of rectangles through the use of challenging word problems that can be taught in person or screen shared for distance learning? Click HERE to save 30% with the bundle.Inside this easy to use PowerPoint, you'll find:Statement of LearningReview of Solving PerimeterFour Word ProblemsCheck for UnderstandingThree Additional Word ProblemsStudents Write Their Own Problem**Please follow me for notifications of sales and promotions.
3rd - 4th
Measurement, Other (Math)
CCSS
3.MD.D.8
, 4.MD.A.2
, 4.MD.A.3
Black History Month Science STEM - Women's History Inventor Activity
Celebrate Black History Month in a meaningful and engaging way with this STEM activity inspired by Black history! This challenge honors Sarah E. Goode, one of the first African-American women to obtain a U.S. patent for her invention of the folding cabinet bed in 1885. Perfect for grades 2–8, this activity combines engineering, creativity, and problem-solving as students design and build their own multifunctional furniture or furnish a complete apartment. How the Functional Furniture STEM Chal
2nd - 8th
Engineering, Measurement, Social Emotional Learning
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+7
Beginning of Year Science Back to School STEM Activity Elementary Team Building
Perfect for Back to School STEM | Beginning of the Year Science, Grades 2–8The Apples Aloft Tower STEM Challenge is ideal for first week of school science activities, offering an engaging way to introduce your students to STEM practices, teamwork, and the engineering design process. Whether you're planning for back to school STEM activities in elementary or a middle school fall science unit, this tower-building challenge helps set classroom expectations, spark creativity, and build community
2nd - 8th
Engineering, Measurement, Social Emotional Learning
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+7
Measuring At Home! Power Point - Customary Units Gifted 3rd, 4th, All 5th
This PowerPoint will takes the participant through choosing appropriate units and making conversions It also provides an interesting and challenging activity for measuring and understanding length, capacity, and weight. Answers are provided on the last slide - you can delete the last slide if you'd like, but I find it helpful during this time of distance learning.
3rd - 5th
Fractions, Measurement
4th Grade Area and Perimeter Multi Step Math Word Problems Rectangles PowerPoint
Teach multi-step word problems of area and perimeter of irregular shapes with this easy use PowerPoint! This colorful and challenging lesson includes everything needed for a teacher evaluation. It includes standards, statement of learning, review of area and perimeter, check for understanding, multiple practice problems, printable problems, enrichment activities, and answer keys. Kids often have trouble applying this concept to real life situations, especially with irregular shapes. Click HERE
3rd - 5th
Measurement, Other (Math)
CCSS
4.MD.A.2
, 4.MD.A.3
Paper Airplane Math
Students make paper airplanes in this hands on STEM high interest activity. Students design, edit, revise and test their designs. They then enter two contests the distance challenge and the target challenge. Students measure how far their plane flies as well as find the area, perimeter and surface area of their planes. Teachers set up the area for the target challenge and students see if they can land their planes in it. Students also collect data and determine the mean and median.
4th - 8th
Geometry, Measurement
Which One Doesn’t Belong? – Area and Perimeter Task Cards | 3rd Grade Math
Looking for an engaging way to get your 3rd graders thinking deeply about area and perimeter? These Which One Doesn’t Belong? Math Reasoning Cards transform routine practice into exciting critical thinking challenges! Perfect for advanced learners, small groups, or math centers, each card encourages students to compare, justify, and explain their reasoning—building conceptual understanding alongside problem-solving skills. This resource includes 10 ready-to-use WODB task cards featuring recta
3rd
Geometry, Measurement
CCSS
3.MD.C.5
, 3.MD.C.7
, 3.MD.C.7b
+7
Error Analysis Slides K-2 | Math Discourse & Reasoning | Mistake Museum
🏛️ THE MISTAKE MUSEUM: MATH ERROR ANALYSIS + DISCOURSE SLIDES (K–2) Your students can get the answer… but can they explain WHY it works (or doesn’t)? The Mistake Museum transforms your math block into a powerful discussion-driven experience where students become CURATORS — analyzing, debating, and defending mathematical thinking. Instead of worksheets, students explore a gallery of “mistakes” and decide: Should this be EXHIBITED, FIXED, or CHALLENGED? ✨ This is not just math practice — it’s rea
1st - 2nd
Basic Operations, Measurement, Numbers
The Art of the Animal Farm Lesson Plan
Animal Farm Lesson Plan A complete teacher guide for implementing the Art of the Animal Farm project, including project overview, learning objectives, group roles, pacing suggestions, and step-by-step instructions for guiding students through research, design, and presentation phases. (Download and preview of the main unit bundle is highly recommended to take advantage of all the files and documents available with this Project-Based Art + Science + Math + Design Integration Learning Unit that ch
5th - 9th
Graphic Arts, Measurement, Physical Science
Also included in: The Art of the Animal Farm - Project-Based Learning Unit
Pumpkin Catapults: Investigating energy and forces of motion
Pumpkin catapults is an awesome hands-on engineering project that can be used before, during, or after Halloween. Students will learn about simple machines, specifically levers as they explore, design, and test their pumpkin catapult. Students will also be given opportunities to modify their design and test for both distance and accuracy. 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, Physical Science
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