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FREE STEM Challenge | Paper Bridge Engineering | Grades 3–5
Need a fast, meaningful STEM activity that actually runs smoothly? This mini challenge gets students building, testing, improving, and explaining design choices—without extra prep. Students build a paper bridge that spans a gap and holds the most coins, then record results and reflect using an Engineering Design Plan. Follow Glenn School Resources™ for more ready-to-teach STEM tasks and bundles.
3rd - 5th
Basic Principles, Engineering
free elementary STEM resources from STEM is Elementary
Hello! Here are all my elementary STEM lessons and other resources for grades K-5. I decided to offer all my elementary STEM resources for free as I wasn't making much on TPT anyway and would rather have teachers have free access and use the resources.
You will find NGSS lessons by grade level and also lesson folders that marked Other lessons. The Other folders might have lessons that fit your state or counrtry's standards.as well.
Also visit my website, www.stemiselementary.com, for other res
PreK - 6th
Engineering, Physical Science
Block Play - Free Build Jamboree
Block building can contribute to every level of child development. Each child will get something valuable out of playing with blocks depending on their own stage of development. Young children learn about shapes, colors and size while older children engage in problem solving and creativity of various levels. Every child in the group practices sharing and cooperation while playing blocks with others; even in parallel playing. Teacher information sections include: Materials – How To – How to prese
PreK - 1st
Engineering, Performing Arts, Physics
Digital Short STEM Challenge
Enjoy a material-free STEM challenge with Pixar's digital short "Lifted!" Students will design their own flying car with outlined constraints after watching the digital short. The product can be edited so constraints can be differentiated for your needs!
1st - 6th
Creative Writing, Engineering, Writing
Try It Before You Buy It! NGSS Force and Motion - Sail Car (grades K &3)
That's right! Download a free copy of the sail car lesson for free. I decided that I wasn't making very much through TPT and would rather have teachers access and use my resources for free.
In this lesson, students build identical sail cars, then experiment with different variables for sails (i.e., sizes, shapes and materials) to determine which design is the most effective.
Reviews and suggestions for improvement are encouraged!
If you have a question or need a lesson for a particular topic,
K - 3rd
Engineering, General Science, Physical Science
Try Before You Buy! NGSS mini unit: Alternative Energy: Wind Turbine (Grade 4)
That's right! Download a free copy of my alternative energy mini-unit for 4th grade. This mini unit is on using wind energy as an alternative energy source. There are several lessons in this unit that can be taught as a theme or as stand alone lessons. Lessons include magnetic force, electromagnets, electric motor, and generator. As a final project, student teams will build an actual working wind turbine using a paper pinwheel that will really produce and electric current. Also included is a les
4th
Engineering, Environment, Physical Science
Try Before You Buy! NGSS lesson: Forces and Interactions - Magnetic Toys (gr. 3)
That's right! Here is a free download a complete copy of my magnetic toys lesson that correlates the Next Generation Science Standards’ Performance Expectations for grade 3. I decided that I wasn't making very much through TPT and would rather have teachers access and use my resources for free.
In this lesson, students will explore examples of simple magnetic toys and then work in teams to design and build their own toy. Pictures of examples of magnetic toys, rubric and reflection sheet is incl
3rd, Adult Education
Engineering, Physical Science
Leprechaun Trap Predictions and Results!
A super fun and creative FREE set of worksheets to use for St. Patrick's Day! Students must build a Leprechaun Trap and then predict what they think will happen. After St. Patrick's Day, students will review their traps and record their results!
K - 3rd
Engineering, Writing
CCSS
CCRA.W.2
, CCRA.W.4
, CCRA.L.1
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NGSS Lesson Plan Template
Lesson Plan Template I Made for NGSS. Feel free to use and modify as you need for your class.
PreK - 12th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Science
Lesson on Light and Refraction
This package includes a mini lesson on introducing light and refraction. Pair with free observation sheet.
PreK - 5th
Engineering, Science
STEAM Daily Challenge Sheet
With this 9 step worksheet, elementary students can Plan, Build, receive Peer-Peer Feedback, and Improve their work. This free resource guides students through the entire design/engineering process and is made for a single class period.
K - 5th
Engineering
Weathering and Erosion with Ice
This is an exciting hands-on activity for students to visually see the impact of icebergs on land forms! Using simple free item, students can build landscapes to connect math and science! Let's also remember the importance of implementing note booking and data collections for our students...fun!
3rd - 6th
Engineering, Environment, Measurement
Bridge Design Challenge
Have your students build a functional bridge using a variety of materials for the lowest price possible. The bridge needs to be free standing, and it will be stress tested with weights. Once the students have built their bridges built they present them to the city council (aka, you and the rest of the class). This activity includes the student activity page, cost breakdown page and a four section rubric. Students love this activity and its cross curricular links allow you to cover science an
5th - 8th
Engineering, General Science, Science
Engineering Design Process Data Entry Sheet
Use this data entry sheet to help your students practice using the Engineering Design Process in any STEM, STEAM, or other problem solving activities. Please feel free to contact me for other file formats.
4th - 12th
Engineering, Robotics, Science
NGSS Engineering Design Google Classroom Lesson Bundle
About this Product• This download includes Google Classrooms lessons for an entire unit. • Included resources are from the Engineering Design Mini Unit. • Printable and digital resources included. Editable components. Important Notes• Download a FREE Google Classroom Lesson to learn more about my lessons • Save $$ with the Nature of Science Bundle• Save $$$$ with the Integrated Science Complete Curriculum• Use FREE Curriculum Support Materials to plan and pace a unit or curriculum The foll
4th - 9th
Basic Principles, Engineering, Science
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-4
+4
Lab Safety, Lab Tools and Lab Skills Exam | Editable | Printable | Google Forms
This product includes TWO editable summative unit assessments with multiple choice and short answer questions. Self-grading Google Forms included. The exams are INCLUDED with the Lab Practices Presentation and Notes.Important Notes:• Download a FREE Unit Exam to learn more about summative assessments • Save $$ with the Nature of Science Complete• Save $$$$ with the Integrated Science Complete CurriculumWhat does this download include?• One summative exam. Multiple choice and short answer que
4th - 9th
Basic Principles, Engineering, Science
Also included in: Nature of Science Unit Exam Bundle | Editable | Printable | Google Forms
Understanding the Nature of Science Exam | Editable | Printable | Google Forms
This product includes TWO editable summative unit assessments with multiple choice and short answer questions. Self-grading Google Forms included. The exams are INCLUDED with the Understanding the Nature of Science Presentation and Notes.Important Notes:• Download a FREE Unit Exam to learn more about summative assessments • Save $$ with the Nature of Science Complete• Save $$$$ with the Integrated Science Complete CurriculumWhat does this download include?• One summative exam. Multiple choic
4th - 9th
Basic Principles, Engineering, Science
Also included in: Nature of Science Unit Exam Bundle | Editable | Printable | Google Forms
Engineering Design Unit Exam | Editable | Printable | Google Forms
This product includes TWO editable summative unit assessments with multiple choice and short answer questions. Self-grading Google Forms included. The exams are INCLUDED with the Engineering Design Presentation and Notes.Important Notes:• Download a FREE Unit Exam to learn more about summative assessments • Save $$ with the Nature of Science Complete• Save $$$$ with the Integrated Science Complete CurriculumWhat does this download include?• One summative exam. Multiple choice and short answe
4th - 9th
Basic Principles, Engineering, Science
Also included in: Nature of Science Unit Exam Bundle | Editable | Printable | Google Forms
Wind-powered Sail Car Stem Project Engineering Challenge
Renewable energy extension activity -- challenge students to build their own wind-powered "sail cars" using limited materials. Perfect for the windy month of March or Earth Day activity! Pair with Free "Tesla Engineering Challenge Packet."
2nd - 7th
Engineering, Math, Science
Mint Mobile STEM Packet
I created this packet to go along with the Mint Mobile Stem Project from Teaching Egineering (Found here: https://www.teachengineering.org/activities/view/cub_measurement_lesson01_activity2) The project is free to download from the website, but did not come with graphic organizers or recording sheets. This packet corresponds with each portion of the experiment and can be adapted to meet the needs of your classroom. It can also be used as a way to assess students throughout the project on their u
3rd - 5th
Engineering, General Science
NOVA: Great Electric Airplane Race Documentary Questions
Need emergency sub plans? This documentary question sheet follows along with the NOVA show Great Electric Airplane Race. It includes 16 questions and a teacher key. Synopsis of show: https://www.pbs.org/video/great-electric-airplane-race-yija0p/Can new emission-free electric planes replace our polluting airliners and revolutionize personal transportation in our cities? NOVA takes a ride in some quiet, energy-efficient, prototypes that are vying for success as electric flight takes off. (Premiere
5th - 12th, Higher Education
Engineering, Environment, Physical Science
ChatGPT & AI Prompting Mastery Lesson | Grades 5-8 | Prompt Engineering
ChatGPT & AI Prompting Mastery Lesson | Grades 5-8 | Middle School | Real‑World Prompt Engineering, Creativity, and Classroom‑Ready AI Skills | From Basics to BrillianceThis lesson has been enriched and expanded extensively. Feel free to check out the Preview and see what has been included.Unlock the power of AI with this dynamic, student-centered lesson series that guides middle schoolers through the art of crafting effective prompts for ChatGPT. From playful experimentation to structured inqui
5th - 8th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Instructional Technology
Hold It Up! STEM Challenge (Middle School, NGSS aligned with rubric)
Hold It Up! Engineering Design Challenge (NGSS-Aligned)Get students thinking like engineers with this fast-paced, hands-on design challenge! In Hold It Up!, student teams use only paper, spaghetti, and tape to build a free-standing structure that can support a coffee canister while staying tall enough for a billiard ball to roll underneath. The twist? Structures are tested by adding nails one at a time—so students quickly learn the value of planning, testing, and improving their designs. This l
5th - 8th
Engineering, General Science, Physical Science
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-4
, MS-ETS1-1
+1
PBS American Experience: Edison Video Questions
Here is a worksheet to be used with the PBS American Experience episode, Edison. The video is a well done documentary about the life of Thomas Edison and how he changed American society. It is able to be viewed for free on the PBS American Experience website here: link. Covered in the video is the entirety of his life from childhood, through all his inventions (the phonograph, the incandescent light bulb, the kinetoscope, and many others), to his death. The worksheet has questions that come in t
5th - 12th
Engineering, General Science, U.S. History
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