Elementary Engineering Resources for Google Apps
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Winter Sports| Ski STEM Challenge
Looking for a fun STEM Challenge for the winter months? STEM Winter Sports Ski Challenge will engage all your students during the winter season. Students plan, design, and engineer a skier that can stand on skis. Your students will love going through the design process as they cover the Next Generation Science 3-5-ETS1-1 & 2. This activity can also be used for STEAM Activities, STEM After School Programs, Summer Programs, Clubs, Maker Spaces, or at home. Includes Google Digital version. ⛷ T
3rd - 5th
Engineering, Science
CCSS, NGSS
RL.4.3
, W.3.2
, W.3.10
+5
Also included in: Winter Sports STEM Challenges Bundle
Balloons Over Broadway Thanksgiving Parade STEM Activity Stop Motion Animation
Float into parade fun this Thanksgiving with a digital STEM activity! This resource pairs perfectly to the beloved read aloud Balloons Over Broadway by Melissa Sweet. ✅ What You'll Get ✅ 5 Instruction Pages for Students You do not need to know how to do digital stop motion animation before trying this! Background City Page and Balloon Float Elements Students can used the components provided, create their own, or do an image search to create just the right float! Includes animals like the one s
3rd - 8th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering
Maker Mats (Creative Choice Boards for STEM, Enrichment, & Makerspaces)
Maker Mats are simple, creative choice boards that promote divergent thinking and creative expression. They are the perfect enrichment option for students and complement to a Makerspace or creative learning area in any classroom or media center. Simple, open-ended tasks guide imaginations and are appropriate for even the youngest learners. Students may use any creative materials available to them to complete tasks! Maker Mats may also be used as an alternative form of homework for families to
PreK - 5th
Art, Engineering
Paper Airplane STEM Challenge | Engineering Design + Data Graphing
Looking for a hands-on STEM activity that goes beyond just folding paper airplanes? This complete STEM unit guides students through the full Engineering Design Process as they design, test, and improve paper airplanes while collecting and analyzing real data. Students will LOVE the challenge, and you’ll love how structured, engaging, and easy it is to implement! ⭐ WHY TEACHERS LOVE THIS RESOURCE ✔ Complete STEM unit (not just an activity)✔ Low prep, print-and-go✔ Includes lesson plans + t
3rd - 5th
Engineering, Measurement, Science
CCSS, NGSS
RI.3.1
, RI.3.3
, RI.4.3
+14
Also included in: Yearlong STEM Activities Bundle |65+ Engineering Design Challenges
Fairy Tale STEM STEAM Activities Challenges Task Cards Gifted & Talented Centers
Hands-on fairy tale STEM challenges that are open-ended and allow for student creativity! Students can complete all 20 STEM activities OR use the choice board and pick their challenge(s). These low prep activities are easy to set up with materials you already have, like paper, recyclables, or building bricks and blocks. Your students will be begging to do more! ✅ What You'll Get ✅ 20 Fairy Tale STEM challenges: These can be displayed from the PDF file or from Google Slides, or printed at 4 per
K - 3rd
Engineering
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
+3
No Prep End of the Year STEM Activity Paper Airplane Engineering Design Process
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
+7
Robot Activities Robotics Mazes Hour of Code Sphero Finch Dash STEM Challenge
"This is my absolute favorite robot resource. Students loved to make their own maze and try to get their Sphero through it. It was wonderful for kids to work on teamwork and problem-solving skills." "In one word, "WOW!" My students are obsessed with this product!" Tired of taping mazes all over your floors? Not sure what to do with your class set of robots? Save the tape for STEM challenges and use these coding maze cards instead. Use your robots like Dash, Cue, Sphero, BeeBot, Finch, and Code a
K - 8th
Engineering, Robotics
Math Activity Engineering Design Process Career Pi Day Area of Circle STEM STEAM
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
+4
Engineering Design Process Digital Breakout Digital Escape for STEM Review
Do you want to introduce or review the engineering design process in an engaging and fun way? This digital breakout activity, similar to an escape room but without the need for physical locks, does just that! Students do not need any prior knowledge about engineering or the EDP to do this breakout, though it can be used as a review. In this resource, students will: Learn about the engineering design process (5 slides of informational text)Solve 6 digital puzzles related to the EDP (a variety of
4th - 8th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering
No Prep STEM Challenges & Activities STEAM Team Building Spring Summer Bundle
Looking to use STEM Challenges and activities in your elementary classroom? These 60+ hands on simple STEAM activities are low prep and use common classroom materials. These STEM activities are both digital and printable! There are STEM challenges and activities for the entire year for you to use! You will find just what you need for Back to School, Team Building, Fall, Winter, Spring and Summer STEM fun! This STEM Bundle includes STEM challenges and STEM activities for the entire year! ⭐ STAR
K - 5th
Engineering
CCSS
K.MD.A.1
, K.MD.A.2
, 1.MD.A.2
+24
5th Grade NGSS Science Bundle - Complete Year Long Curriculum!
COMPLETE full year science curriculum! 8 amazing units covering 5th-grade NGSS! Each unit includes lesson plans, activities, stations, poster projects, assessments, daily warm-ups, and so much more! Everything you need to teach science for months ALL IN ONE PLACE! Very little prep and materials allow you to print and begin! Units include:❤️5-PS1 Matter and Its Interactions ❤️5-PS2 Gravity ❤️5-LS1 What do Plants Need to Grow? ❤️5-LS2 Ecosystems: Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics ❤️5-ESS2 Earth'
4th - 6th
Earth Sciences, Engineering, Science
CCSS, NGSS
RI.5.1
, RI.5.2
, RI.5.3
+18
45 Early Finisher Activities - Fun Friday Activities - Science STEM Sub Plans
#SizzlingSTEM This collection of 45 Quick Build STEM Challenges is your go-to solution for Fun Friday activities, science & STEM sub plans, early finisher choice board activities, and STEM centers. Ideal for elementary and middle school classrooms, these challenges emphasize problem-solving, critical thinking, and creativity. Each challenge is designed for independent student use with minimal prep and just 5 or fewer materials. Whether you're managing a substitute day, building out your ST
3rd - 6th
Engineering, General Science, Math
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-4
, 3-5-ETS1-1
+1
Halloween STEM Activities | October STEM Google Classroom
Are you looking for fun Halloween Activities to do during October or a fall party? These 4 Halloween STEM Activities will engage all your students while they have fun! These STEM activities can also be used for Halloween Party, At Home STEM Activities, STEM After School Programs, Summer Programs, Clubs, Maker Spaces, Distance Learning, or in your classroom. Students will love learning as they go through the design process and reinforce math skills. Included in this Bundle: Google Link Candy
3rd - 5th
Engineering, Science
CCSS, NGSS
4.MD.A.1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
+1
Also included in: October STEM Bundle Halloween Activities
Thanksgiving STEM Challenge Turkey Trouble Build a Zipline Activity How to Catch
Keep your students engaged this Thanksgiving with this Runaway Turkey STEM Challenge. Turkey Trouble is the name of the game and this turkey needs to escape! Your students will love designing and building a basket and zipline to help the turkey escape. Using STEM principles and the design process, your students will love this November STEM Challenge. This is a student favorite Thanksgiving activity year after year. This Build a Zipline Thanksgiving STEM Challenge includes everything you need
1st - 4th
Engineering
Christmas STEM Activity Stop Motion Animation Google Slides™ Technology Winter
Create a Christmas stop motion animation scene! Your students will create a digital stop motion animation of a Christmas scene using Google Slides. Students can work independently or in pairs to create an animation of their choosing. Students can then view their animation to see their work! Watch the video preview above to see a sample animation.✅ What You'll Get ✅ 5 Instruction Pages for Students You do not need to know how to do digital stop motion animation before trying this! Background
3rd - 8th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering
May the Fourth be with you 6 STEM Challenges STEAM Activities Star Wars Day 4th
These May the Fourth Be with You STEM Activities are great for engaging your students on Star Wars Day, May 4th or anytime of the year. Includes 6 STEAM challenges that are LOW PREP for any elementary classroom! These Star Wars inspired challenges students will love! Use simple materials that you already have in your classroom. Your students will build a ship, bridge, catapult, mask, robot! Great for multiple grade levels - used by over 1,000 teachers K-5! ✶ Save BIG when you buy this bundle
1st - 4th
Engineering
STEM Activities - Egg Drop STEM Challenge
Are you looking to challenge your students? This Egg Drop STEM challenge is the perfect resource to do just that. This STEM Challenge resource can be used in the classroom or for distance or online learning. Included in this STEM challenge is a unique design process that students will follow. This design process allows them to think like real engineers and expand their learning. It will enable students to plan out their design, create it, analyze it, test it and reflect on it. Included:- Teac
4th - 8th
Engineering, Math, Science
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, MS-PS2-4
+8
Also included in: STEM Activities & STEM Challenge Bundle with 5 Challenges!!
PAPERLESS STEM Bins® (Google Slides and Seesaw) - Digital STEM Activities
Ready to go 100% PAPERLESS with STEM Bins® ? ***NOW INCLUDES 9 DIGITAL BUILDING TOOLS IN BOTH GOOGLE SLIDES AND SEESAW!***(CLICK HERE if you're looking for printable STEM Bins)This file contains BOTH Google Slides STEM Bins and Seesaw compatible STEM Bins Activities in lower grades and upper grades formats. Both versions are ready to click and share immediately with students for use during distance learning at home! 6 WEEKS of simple, daily STEM Bins activities are provided (30 activities per
K - 5th
Engineering, Math, Science
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
+3
Snowman STEM Activity Stop Motion Animation Winter Games 2026 Tech Skills
Winter Stop Motion Animation Project | Google Slides Digital ActivityBring creativity and technology together with this fun winter stop motion animation project! Students will use Google Slides to design and animate their own snowman stop motion scene, combining art, storytelling, and digital skills in one engaging activity. This project encourages creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving as students work independently or in pairs to plan, create, and animate their scenes. Once compl
3rd - 8th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering
STEM Activities Challenges Engineering Design Process STEM Career Exploration
The best variety of low prep STEM activities you'll find! These 20 STEM and STEAM activities can be completed with readily available materials and minimal prep - you can even use these for sub plans! Students will get hands-on exploring different STEM careers with these activities. Each activity is designed to take about one class period however the activity can span across two class periods to give ample time for redesigns and re-testing, or for a repeat challenge using different materials. Th
3rd - 8th
Engineering, Science
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-4
+4
No Prep STEM Activity for STEM Sub Plans or Early Finishers Science Sub Plans
#SizzlingSTEM 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 nu
2nd - 5th
Engineering, General Science
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
STEM Science Bell Ringers for Bell Work, Sub Plans, Early Finisher Choice Boards
This year-long bundle of STEM science bell ringers is your go-to resource for meaningful bellwork, structured science sub plans activities, and ready-to-use prompts for early finisher choice boards and STEM centers. STEM & science teachers deserve a low-prep, high-engagement routine for their classrooms! This flexible, print-and-digital resource includes 44 weeks of bell ringers and 10 bonus weeks of seasonal activities, perfect for warm-ups, sub days, enrichment, or even full-period
3rd - 6th
Engineering, Science
St. Patrick's Day STEM Activity Challenge Design Leprechaun Trap Simple Machines
STEM activity for St. Patrick's day for upper elementary and middle school! STEM goes digital in this stop animation project where students will trap a leprechaun with simple machines! This St. Patrick's Day animation ties together a classic holiday favorite, the leprechaun trap, with an important science pillar, simple machines (one of the best ways to teach about force and motion). Pair it with a Read Aloud! This is the perfect activity to try after reading How to Catch a Leprechaun by Adam W
3rd - 8th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-1
5 Little Pumpkins STEM Challenge Halloween STEAM Activities Five October Fall
This Halloween STEM challenge can be paired with Five Little Pumpkins & will get students building a gate to hold 5 small pumpkins. With low prep, this challenge is perfect for any maker space or STEAM class. Get ready for some spooky STEM fun! This activity is included in the Halloween bundle. Save 30% when you buy all activities at once. CLICK HERE for the full Halloween bundle!Materials - to add extra fun purchase mini pumpkin erasers or props. Otherwise, use orange pom poms! INCLUDED IN TH
PreK - 2nd
Engineering
CCSS, NGSS
SL.K.1
, SL.K.1a
, SL.K.1b
+7
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About elementary engineering resources for Google Apps
On TPT (Teachers Pay Teachers), materials for elementary engineering provide educators with ready-to-use lesson plans, activities, coding exercises, and digital simulations. These resources make it easy for students to explore STEM concepts, design projects, and develop problem-solving skills. Each item is designed to engage young learners with hands-on, interactive content that encourages creativity and critical thinking.
Elementary engineering resources on TPT include curriculum guides, project-based activities, progress trackers, and instructional materials that are suitable for classroom or remote learning. Educators can access ready-made materials that save preparation time, enhance lesson structure, and provide diverse activities to support student understanding of engineering principles. Content ranges from building challenges to engineering design projects, all designed to strengthen technical and collaborative skills.
This collection helps teachers effectively introduce engineering concepts to young students, fostering curiosity and original thinking while providing teacher-made tools that support instruction and student assessment. It ensures resources are accessible, educational, and aligned with curriculum standards.
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