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Technology & Life Skills STEM Bundle | Coding, Automation, and Money Skills |K–3
🤖💰⚙️ Technology & Life Skills STEM Bundle | Coding, Automation, and Money Skills (K–3)Prepare young learners for the future with this exciting Technology & Life Skills STEM Bundle! This hands-on collection helps students explore coding concepts, automation systems, and basic financial literacy through engaging STEM challenges and real-world activities. Students will plan, investigate, organize, compare, design, test, and problem-solve while learning important skills that connect technology
K - 4th
Environment, General Science, Other (Science)
Weather Hazard Flood STEM and STEAM Challenge
Studying natural hazards, weather or hurricanes? This Earth Science Weather STEM helps students design and create a model to prevent and reduce flooding during storms using the engineering design cycle. A Hurricane Maria leveled text and writing prompts round out this jammed packed set! Next Generation Science Standards: NGSS 3-ESS3-1, 4-ESS3-2 ☝ Click HERE to Save over 25% on the Money Savings ALL STEM and STEAM Challenges BUNDLE! ☝ (Currently: 16 NGSS Aligned Projects) ❤ All STEM Projects
3rd - 5th
Environment, Science
CCSS, NGSS
3.MD.B.4
, W.3.2
, W.3.7
+4
Also included in: Weather Unit
No Prep Sub Plans: STEM Design Series: Real-World Challenges Bundle
STEM Design Series: Real-World Challenges Bundle10 No Prep Research + Design Projects | Grades 4–8Looking for a go-to STEM bundle that combines science, research, and real-world problem solving—all in one place? This STEM Design Series: Real-World Challenges Bundle includes 10 highly engaging, print-and-go lessons where students research real topics and design meaningful solutions or models. Each lesson blends science content, critical thinking, and hands-on design, making it perfect for cla
4th - 8th
Earth Sciences, Engineering, Environment
Earth Day STEM STEAM Challenge
In April learn how to reduce, reuse, and recycle! In this Spring STEM and STEAM project, students design and invent a product using reusable/recyclable materials. Students use the engineering design cycle to develop a model to solve a problem, then use observations to write a report. A leveled text and writing prompts round out this set! Next Generation Science Standard Alignment: K-ESS3-3, K-2-ETS1-1 ☝ Click HERE to Save over 25% on the Money Savings ALL STEM and STEAM BUNDLE! ☝ (Currently: 1
1st - 3rd
Environment
CCSS, NGSS
W.1.2
, W.1.7
, W.1.8
+5
Also included in: STEM Activities STEM Challenges
Halloween Read Aloud & STEM Challenge | Easy Monster House Craft, Rhyming & ELA
Bring Halloween learning to life with this Monster Haunted House STEM + ELA Activity Pack! Pair the rhyming story This Is the House That Monster Built (book not included) with comprehension, vocabulary, and rhyming practice — then launch a STEM challenge + haunted house craftivity where students engineer a house to help Monster solve his problem. This resource blends literacy, STEM, and art into one low-prep, high-engagement Halloween activity. Perfect for October read-alouds, small group EL
1st - 2nd
Close Reading, Engineering, Environment
CCSS
RL.1.1
, RL.1.2
, RL.1.4
+5
Eco-Design Thinking & Circular Economy: 10-Page Zero Waste Action Challenge
Take your environmental science unit to the next level with Phase 2: Systems Thinking & Design. This 10-page student workbook moves beyond basic recycling and challenges students to become Eco-Engineers and Circular Designers. While Phase 1 (The Great Audit) was about awareness, Phase 2 is about ACTION. Students will apply scientific principles and creative problem-solving to redesign the world around them. What’s Included in This Workbook?• The Circular Economy Loop: A visual guide to und
1st - 7th
Earth Sciences, Environment, Writing
Home Sustainability Audit: 10-Day Phase 1 Waste & Energy Challenge Zero Waste
Empower your students to analyze their environmental footprint with this comprehensive Home Waste Audit Workbook. This 10-page resource focuses on the "Phase 1: The Great Audit" methodology, moving students from simple observation to critical global comparison. • Learning Objectives Covered:• Quantifying Waste: 3-day Food Waste Diaries and 24-hour trash logs. • Classification Skills: Identifying "Single-Use Superstars" and proper sorting techniques. • Systems Thinking: Understanding the
3rd - 7th
Environment, Social Emotional Learning, Writing
Save the Fish! – Pollution Filter STEM Challenge For Kindergarten–Grade 2
🐟💧 Save the Fish! – Pollution Filter STEM Challenge (Kindergarten–Grade 2)Teach students about water pollution and environmental responsibility with this engaging hands-on STEM challenge! In Save the Fish!, students become young engineers as they design and build a water filter to help clean dirty water and protect fish habitats. This activity uses the Engineering Design Process in a simple, kid-friendly way—perfect for Kindergarten through Grade 2. Students will imagine, plan, build, te
PreK - 3rd
Engineering, Environment, General Science
Halloween Read Aloud & STEM Challenge | Disguise a Pumpkin Craft, ELA, Rhyming
Bring October fun to your classroom with this Disguise a Pumpkin STEM + ELA Activity Pack! Pair the rhyming story Somethin’ Pumpkin by Scott Allen (book not included) with comprehension, vocabulary, and rhyming practice — then launch an open-ended STEM challenge where students design a creative disguise to “save” their pumpkin. This resource blends literacy, science, and STEM problem-solving into one low-prep, high-engagement Halloween activity. Perfect for October read-alouds, ELA centers, or
1st - 2nd
Close Reading, Engineering, Environment
CCSS
RL.1.1
, RL.1.3
, RL.1.4
+7
No Prep Sub Plans: Extreme Jobs: Underwater Welder | STEM Build Challenge |
No Prep Sub Plans: Extreme Jobs: Underwater Welder | STEM Build Challenge | Engineering Design Activity | Grades 5–8 Bring one of the world’s most dangerous careers into your classroom with this engaging Extreme Jobs STEM challenge! In this hands-on lesson, students explore the fascinating world of underwater welding while researching real-world engineering challenges and designing their own magnetic retrieval tool. Students will investigate how underwater welders repair ships, pipelines, bri
5th - 8th
Engineering, Environment, General Science
Hashtag blocks Task Cards - Wild Animal Stem challenge cards for Target Blocks
Kids will love these Wild Animal STEM Challenge Cards designed for Target Hashtag Blocks! This resource includes 10 printable Animal patterns that are perfect for STEM bins, maker stations, morning tubs, math centers & early finishers. Develop fine motor skills, visual discrimination, spatial awareness, and problem-solving skills. Included Animal Patterns:Tiger ElephantRed MacawCrocodileLionPandaKangarooGiraffeRhinoceros Ideal for Grade 1 and up! What’s Included:2 card sizes included: 6 x 4 i
K - 5th
Environment, Geometry, Other (Math)
CCSS
K.CC.A.1
, K.G.A.3
, K.G.B.4
Impossible Gardens PBL Challenge
In this engaging STEM and research-based project, students take on the challenge of designing a garden in an environment where it shouldn’t thrive—like growing strawberries on the moon or sunflowers in a cave. Students will research environmental requirements of a specific garden type or plant species and apply advanced problem-solving to design a garden capable of thriving in an extreme or unsuitable environment. Students will evaluate ecological factors, consider sustainability, and justify th
3rd - 10th
Biology, Environment
The Best Nest- A Spring Engineering/ STEAM Challenge
This unit has become a go-to favorite each Spring! Packed with hands-on design thinking experiences, it aligns with grade-level standards while encouraging creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving. Students are fully engaged as they construct and test their nests, applying concepts of weight distribution, materials, and structural stability. This dynamic experience seamlessly weaves together science, math, and engineering—proving that exploration and innovation have no age limits! Prod
K - 6th
Engineering, Environment, Measurement
SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production: The Great Pencil Challenge
A fun unit of inquiry to introduce life cycle assessment to your students and help them to appreciate and understand the natural resources, time, energy, water, pollution etc that goes into making a pencil for them to use. Your students will learn about environmental footprints and life cycle assessment while addressing the UN Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production. This engaging and inquiry-based unit plan is thoughtfully designed to foster critical thinkin
4th - 7th
Environment
The Desert Biome Crack the Code Activity Habitat Adaptations Geography Reading
Your students will have a blast learning about the desert biome with this crack-the-code travel adventure! They will travel around the world to visit a desert on each continent while building reading comprehension skills and learning about plant and animal adaptations, habitats, geography, and more. This activity involves moving around the room to find each location, so your students will be actively involved in learning and highly engaged. Starting with an informational passage about what a des
3rd - 5th
Earth Sciences, Environment, Informational Text
CCSS
RI.3.1
, RI.3.4
, RI.3.10
+5
PBL: A House for the Three Little Pigs Challenge
This is a Project Based Learning challenge based on the classic story of the Three Little Pigs. The challenge is to build a successful house structure from classroom materials, test it for sturdiness, and present the results to the class.
1st - 3rd
Environment, Measurement, Reading
CCSS
2.MD.A.1
, RL.2.9
, SL.2.1
+2
Texas Regions STEM Task Cards | 40 Fun Challenges | STEM Bins | Fast Finishers
Make learning about Texas fun and hands-on with these 40 Regions of Texas STEM Cards! Each card is packed with an interesting fact and a quick STEM challenge that encourages students to think, design, and problem-solve while reviewing geography. Perfect for centers, early finishers, small groups, or whole-class activities, these cards turn Texas regions into an engaging adventure your students will love!What's Included: ❤ Instructions and Tips Guide for Teachers ❤ ⛰️ Mountains and Basins Regi
K - 12th
Environment, Geography, U.S. History
Turn Earth Day into a hands-on STEM "Upcycle" Engineering Design Challenge
"Upcycle" Engineering Design Challenge: Turn Earth Day into a hands-on STEM lab using only common classroom recycling.
4th - 6th
Environment, Other (Science)
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-1
Christmas in July 12 Days of Christmas Creative Challenge | Endangered Animals
Christmas in July Meets Conservation: A 12-Day Creative Challenge for Endangered AnimalsTransform a beloved holiday carol into a powerful conservation curriculum! This innovative 12-day challenge reimagines "The Twelve Days of Christmas" through Australian and New Zealand versions, turning festive fun into meaningful action for endangered species. Students don't just learn about animals—they design solutions, create awareness campaigns, and become advocates for biodiversity. Why This Resource is
2nd - 4th
Biology, Environment, Other (Arts)
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 2-LS4-1
+2
Also included in: Christmas Down Under & Australian Animal & Plant Bundle
FREE Pollinator STEM Challenge | Design a Bee & Butterfly Habitat | K–3
Looking for a low-prep, hands-on STEM activity that connects science, engineering, and nature?This FREE Pollinator STEM Challenge invites students to design and build a bee and butterfly habitat while learning why pollinators are essential to our ecosystem. Perfect for STEM centers, Earth Day, spring science, early finishers, or sub plans, this activity encourages creativity, problem-solving, and real-world environmental awareness. Pairs well with: What Is Pollination - Facts + Waggle Dance + Ga
K - 3rd
Engineering, Environment, Other (ELA)
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-1
, K-LS1-1
, 2-LS2-2
Water Filter Engineering Challenge Lesson for Hands On Science Grades 3 4 and 5
Want to give your students some hands-on engineering experience? Not afraid to get a little dirty (in order to get a little clean)? This lesson could be just what you are looking for! Encourage your students to take on the challenge of building a water filter using an empty plastic bottle and various materials such as sand, pebbles, and coffee filters. Kids will work in small groups to try different configurations and determine which works best to clean "dirty water." The class will then come to
3rd - 5th
Engineering, Environment, Science
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 5-ESS3-1
Summer Plants Activities Bundle | Life Cycle | Biomimicry Challenges and Craft
Unique and Engaging Way to Explore Plants and Life Cycles!Engage your students (Grades 2-4) with this exciting STEAM-based summer plant life cycle project! This hands-on resource transforms science learning into an adventure, fostering essential skills and a deeper understanding of the natural world. Explore the wonders of dandelions and watermelons through observation, biomimicry challenges, and creative crafts. Key Features:⭐️ Grades 2-4: Perfectly aligned with elementary school curriculum.
2nd - 4th
Biology, Environment, Other (Science)
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-1
Explore Hawksbill Turtles | Protect Sea Turtles and Biomimicry Challenge
Engage Students with Hawksbill Turtle STEAM Adventure Dive into an exciting STEAM-based learning adventure with this hands-on resource to captivate your second—and third-grade students! Transform science lessons into an unforgettable experience, fostering a deeper understanding of the natural world and the importance of endangered species conservation. Unleash the Power of STEAM:⭐️ Science: Discover the fascinating world of hawksbill sea turtles, their habitats, and their challenges, such as pla
2nd - 3rd
Biology, Environment
CCSS, NGSS
CCRA.L.3
, K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-1
+1
EMPEROR PENGUIN CRYPTOGRAM: A SCIENCE CHALLENGE!
Students decipher this cryptogram, and learn key facts about this amazing bird. It appears threatened due to climate change. It might be headed toward extinction by 2100 c.e. Thanks for visiting! An answer key is provided.
5th - 10th
Environment, Science
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