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Problem Solver Project - Inventing Solutions to Everyday Problems - No Prep
A great back to school activity, or as part of an inventor unit, this project turns students into problem solvers as they invent a solution to an everyday problem they face! Get them thinking outside the box to come up with creative inventions to solve the problem. It's no prep and comes in digital and printable versions! This resource includes:Digital PowerPoint versionDigital Google Slides versionPrintable black & white versionStudents complete the project in 4 steps:Brainstorm everyday proble
3rd - 6th
For All Subjects
4th Grade Reading Projects, Enrichment For the Entire Year, PDF and Digital!
4th Grade Reading Enrichment Research Projects for the Entire Year! Thirty-two weekly non-fiction reading enrichment projects in which students research topics and then answer the follow-up questions. The questions, not only check for comprehension of the topic researched, but review common reading text structures such as author's purpose, problem and solution, main idea, character traits, cause and effect, summary, theme and more. Aligned to most 4th grade reading curriculum including STAAR/CCS
4th
English Language Arts, Reading Strategies
3rd Grade Reading Projects, Weekly Enrichment All Year, PDF and Digital!
3rd Grade Reading Enrichment Research Projects for the Entire Year! Thirty-two weekly non-fiction reading enrichment projects in which students research topics and then answer the follow-up questions. The questions, not only check for comprehension of the topic researched, but review common reading text structures such as author's purpose, problem and solution, main idea, character traits, cause and effect, summary, theme and more. Aligned to most 3rd grade reading curriculum including STAAR/CCS
3rd
Reading, Reading Strategies
CCSS
RL.3.1
, RL.3.2
, RL.3.3
+37
Island of the Blue Dolphins Engaging 3-D Book Report Project Easy Prep
Bring Island of the Blue Dolphins to Life with This Stunning 3D Project!Watch your students’ creativity and comprehension shine with this hands-on, 12-sided masterpiece! Perfect for wrapping up your novel study, this project transforms key literary elements into a fun, visual showcase—no boring book reports here! Why You’ll Love It:✅ All-in-One Novel Assessment – Covers summary, theme, characters, setting, figurative language, and more! ✅ Engaging & Hands-On – Students write, draw, and as
3rd - 5th
English Language Arts, Literature, Reading
CCSS
RL.4.1
, RL.4.2
, RL.4.3
+3
Science PBL | Project and Problem Based Learning Bundle
Project/problem based learning is a great way to teach science and have your students learn through discovery. This bundle includes PBLs that teach force and motion, ecosystems, and meteorology. In the force and motion PBL, students design a roller coaster to illustrate different key content vocabulary. While doing the meteorology PBL, students research different locations in the world and create a weather report script. In the ecosystem project they will research the causes and effects as we
4th - 6th
Earth Sciences, Engineering, Environment
NGSS
5-ESS2-2
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-ESS2-1
+13
Ecosystems & Environmental Concerns PBL | Science Project Based Learning
Looking for a fun and engaging way to teach about different ecosystems and their environmental concerns? Interested in student driven learning? This Project Based Learning unit allows students to learn about ecosystems by examining an environmental issue within an ecosystem. Students act as environmentalists as they research the causes and effects as well as problems and solutions of an environmental issue by examining the different factors that make up an ecosystem. This is a student-centered w
4th - 8th
Environment, Science
Also included in: Science PBL | Project and Problem Based Learning Bundle
Innovation Unit for Gifted and Talented Lessons | STEM Design Project Enrichment
💡 Innovation: The Power of Ideas | STEM Design Thinking Project (Grades 3–5) Looking for a meaningful, engaging way to teach innovation, problem-solving, and design thinking in your classroom? This ready-to-use project guides students through the full process of identifying real-world problems and creating thoughtful, student-driven solutions! Perfect for gifted & talented, enrichment, STEM, PBL, or upper elementary classrooms, this resource helps students think like innovators while buildin
3rd - 6th
Engineering, Other (Science), Other (Social Studies)
Nonfiction Text Structures Craft Project | Informational Text Activity
Looking for an engaging way to teach nonfiction text structures and text features? This hands-on Nonfiction Text Structures Craft Project helps students visually organize and analyze informational texts using the five major text structures: DescriptionCause & EffectCompare & ContrastProblem & SolutionSequence (Chronological Order)Students create a multi-panel craft where each section focuses on a different text structure. This project reinforces informational reading skills while encouraging de
3rd - 8th
For All Subjects, Informational Text, Reading
Island of the Blue Dolphins High-Interest Interactive Lapbook Project Easy Prep
Island of the Blue Dolphins Interactive Lapbook Bring the Classic Story to Life with Hands-On Learning!Transform your novel study into an unforgettable adventure! This all-in-one resource immerses students in Island of the Blue Dolphins through creative, standards-based activities that go beyond basic comprehension. Research Connections – Link the story to real-world survival skills and Channel Islands history Chapter Summary Tools – Build retention without busywork Figurative Language Hunt
4th - 8th
English Language Arts, Literature, Writing
CCSS
RL.5.1
, RL.5.4
, CCRA.R.1
+3
Invention Planning Sheet & 1-Minute Pitch Activity | STEM Writing Project
Get your students thinking like innovators with this engaging Invention Planning and Pitch Writing Resource! Perfect for elementary classrooms, this activity guides students through the creative process of designing their own invention and presenting it with a structured one-minute pitch. Students will identify real-world problems, brainstorm creative solutions, and clearly communicate their ideas through writing and speaking. This resource supports critical thinking, creativity, and public spea
3rd - 5th
Creative Writing, Engineering, Writing
CCSS, NGSS
W.3.2
, SL.3.4
, SL.3.5
+2
Woodland Animals & Plants Project | Biomimicry Design Activities | Nonfiction
Embark on a captivating journey through the woodland with our Woodland Animals & Plants Project! This biomimicry design activities resource ignites creativity and curiosity as students delve into the fascinating adaptations of woodland creatures and plants. Discover the Wonders of Nature's Innovation:⭐️ Porcupine Inspiration: Explore porcupines' unique features and imagine innovative designs inspired by their quills, defense mechanisms, and adaptations. ⭐️ Creative Thinking Prompts: Engage
1st - 3rd
Science
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, 1-LS1-1
, K-2-ETS1-1
+3
Also included in: Inspiring STEAM Activities Bundle | Unique Woodland Biomimicry Projects
Reading Enrichment Project
Excite your accelerated students with this reading enrichment project. Students will extend their thinking about reading by creating a novel unit. Students that are ready for the challenge will create a unit that includes: *Essential or Guiding Questions *Pre-reading Activities *Vocabulary *Story Element Activities •Characters •Setting •Plot •Conflict - Problem/Solution •Theme •Mood •Point of View *Literal Comprehension
5th - 7th
Literature, Reading
CCSS
RL.5.4
, RL.5.5
, RL.5.6
+4
Also included in: Enrichment Activities Bundle
Explore the Butterfly Life Cycle | Engaging Biomimicry Design Thinking Projects
Take flight with our engaging Butterfly Life Cycle Activities! This comprehensive resource combines the wonder of metamorphosis with the power of biomimicry design, inspiring students to explore the world of butterflies in a new way. Why Butterflies?⭐️ A Symbol of Transformation: Butterflies are captivating creatures that represent growth, change, and the beauty of nature. ⭐️ Biomimicry Inspiration: Their wings, colors, and flight patterns offer endless design innovation and problem-solving opp
1st - 3rd
Biology, Visual Arts
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, 1-LS1-1
, K-2-ETS1-1
+3
Turkey Hideout STEM Challenge | Thanksgiving Engineering Project
The Turkey Hideout STEM Challenge is a hands-on, high-engagement Thanksgiving activity that turns your students into real engineers. Students dive into a Thanksgiving-themed STEM adventure where they dream up a hideout to keep Turkey hidden. This low-prep project blends creativity, problem-solving, and STEM thinking, all in a way that is easy for teachers and exciting for students. Includes story starter, planning sheets, reflection prompts, and a rubric. Why a Turkey Hideout Matters:Real-world
2nd - 5th
Engineering, Writing
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-1
+1
Reading Project: Charm Bracelet Story Retell
This is a literacy project that will work for any fiction book and can be used for all grades. This project is best used when printed on 11 inch by 17 inch paper. In this project students will create a charm bracelet that includes the following charms
-theme
-moral
-genre
-character
-character
-character
-character
-setting
-event 1
-event 2
-problem
-solution
students draw a picture on the back of each charm to show their understanding of the story and write their responses on the lines. Then
2nd - 6th
Literature, Reading
IB MYP Design Building a City Project using TinkerCAD | TinkerCAD | MYP
Bring global challenges to life with this MYP Design-aligned Cityscapes project, where students research, design, and build a sustainable city to solve a real-world problem connected to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This hands-on, project-based learning unit engages students in every stage of the IB Design Cycle—from identifying global problems to prototyping innovative solutions in TinkerCAD. Perfect for middle school STEM, MYP Year 3, or any design thinking
5th - 9th
Engineering
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-4
+4
Narrative Writing Graphic Organizer: Story Lesson, Problem & Solution Worksheet
Help your students plan meaningful and engaging stories with this Narrative Writing Graphic Organizer focused on story lessons, problem, and solution! This no-prep worksheet guides students step-by-step as they think about the lesson their story teaches and how their character learns it. Perfect for building strong story structure, character development, and sequencing skills, this resource supports a wide range of learners from early writers to upper elementary students. This resource was de
1st - 6th
Creative Writing, Short Stories, Writing
CCSS
W.1.3
, W.2.3
, W.3.3
+6
African Animals Project | Biomimicry Design Activities | Nonfiction Resource
Unlock the Secrets of Africa's Wildlife Through Biomimicry!This engaging project provides a project-based learning experience that dives deep into the fascinating world of African animals. Using a biomimicry approach, students will discover how animals like zebras, rhinoceros, monkeys, and crocodiles inspire innovative solutions to real-world problems. Explore the Wonders of African Wildlife:⭐️ Biomimicry Design Challenges: Engage students in hands-on activities that explore the unique adapt
1st - 3rd
Science
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, 1-LS1-1
, K-2-ETS1-1
+4
Also included in: Inspiring African Animal Activities Bundle | Fun Biomimicry Adventures
SDG Activities & Worksheets - Inquiry, PBL, Debate & Projects
This SDG Inquiry Toolkit gives you everything you need to guide students through real-world thinking, discussion, and action using a structured, easy-to-follow system. Students do more than learn about global issues. They analyze problems, evaluate solutions, and take meaningful action. ✔ Built as a full inquiry system ✔ Includes speaking, movement, writing, and project-based learning ✔ Designed for repeat use all year long ✔ Supports multiple ability levels with built-in differentiation Flex
3rd - 7th
Civics, For All Subjects, Other (Social Studies)
Unique Shark Oviparous Activities | Life Cycle | Engaging Biomimicry Projects
Dive into the Fascinating World of Egg-Laying Sharks!Engage your students with the captivating life cycle of oviparous sharks—a remarkable group of egg-laying creatures! This resource is designed to spark curiosity and creativity, using the unique characteristics of these smart, scary, and spectacular sharks as inspiration for innovative thinking. Why Choose This Resource?⭐️ Explore Shark Biology: Delve into sharks' fascinating life cycle, focusing on their oviparous nature and the incredible
2nd - 4th
Science
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, 1-LS1-1
, K-2-ETS1-1
+2
Also included in: Engaging Sea Animal Activities Bundle | Unique Biomimicry Adventures
Unique Insect Bundle Life Cycle Projects | Inspiring Biomimicry Adventures
Dive into the fascinating world of insects with our comprehensive Insect Bundle Life Cycle Projects! This resource is designed to inspire project-based learning through engaging lesson plans that seamlessly integrate biomimicry, life cycles, and STEAM activities. What This Bundle Offers:⭐️ Engaging Lesson Plans: Step-by-step guides that help educators facilitate learning about insects, from grasshoppers to shimmering fireflies. ⭐️ Biomimicry Exploration: Encourage students to observe and
1st - 3rd
Science
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-1
+1
A Project Based Documentary Film Project Grades 2-4: DESIGN
DESIGN (Discovering Students Embrace STEM, Innovation, and Generating New Thoughts) is a project-based unit of study for grades 2-4 in which students identify school or community issues. Students utilize the Creative Problem Solving steps to identify a problem, brainstorm solutions, evaluate those ideas, and then choose the best solution to the problem. Students then decide whether they want to tackle a policy change, invention, or engineering feat as the best way to solve the issue. After an in
2nd - 4th
Engineering, Writing-Essays
Self-Directed Challenge Project for Advanced/Gifted Students
There is always that small group of students in every class that quickly masters the content, finishes work with ease, and is left feeling bored and unchallenged. This challenge project was made for these kids. This 9 page PDF workbook guides a small group of students through the process of picking a problem around the school to solve, brainstorming solutions, creating plans, managing supplies and timelines, and even has them create their own rubric for grading. I use the project each term wit
3rd - 8th
English Language Arts, Social Studies
Fun 3-D Project For Any Novel Students Complete 12 Comprehension Sections
Want a fun way to have your students to showcase their learning about a fiction book? Your students will love this 3-D project! On each of the 12 sides the students will write and illustrate their understanding of their novel. The project includes: Book Cover Summary Favorite Scene Problem/Solution Figurative Language Main Character Setting Literary Elements Vocabulary Book Review Theme Genre Same Product as Any Fiction Book 3-D Project
3rd - 5th
English Language Arts, Literature, Reading
CCSS
RL.4.1
, RL.4.2
, RL.4.3
+3
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