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Easy Electronics Lab
Students love exploring and designing electrical circuits in this hands-on creative lab. Watch as they engineer functioning circuits complete with lights, buzzers, and switches using batteries and salt dough. Working cooperatively, they will learn the principles of direct current and explore the difference between series and parallel circuits.
Inexpensive materials make this project perfect for schools with limited funds or resources. A complete materials list and ordering information are includ
3rd - 8th
Other (Science), Physics, Science
Roller Coaster Force and Motion PBL | Project Based Learning Science Enrichment
Looking for a fun and engaging way to teach about different force and motion or Newton's Laws of Motion? This project allows students to learn about friction, interia, gravity, speed, momentum, and much more by designing their own roller coaster! What is project based learning?Project Based Learning (PBL) is a hands-on way for students to learn as they design, build, and/or research a solution to reach the project's goal or a solution. The project is broken into parts so students can easily sta
3rd - 6th
Engineering, Physics, Science
NGSS
3-PS2-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, MS-PS2-4
+9
Also included in: Science PBL | Project and Problem Based Learning Bundle
150 Physics Science Experiment STEM STEAM Lab Projects - 50 STEM Labs Collection
PREVIEW AVAILABLE! LIKE WHAT YOU SEE? CHECK OUT OTHER STEM RESOURCES IN MY SHOP! PLEASE NOTE: This is a collected edition of: MEGA PACK 1 - 50 STEM Labs MEGA PACK 2 - 50 More STEM Labs MEGA PACK 3 - 50 New STEM Labs You will not get any new content if you already purchased these 3 collections. If you've not, this is a more economical way to buy all 3. This volume collects all 150 project labs from the first 3 volumes sorted into 12 fun categories: *Architecture Projects x13 *Boats Projects x
3rd - 12th
Physics
Roller Coaster STEM Project | Potential & Kinetic Energy Unit | Grades 4-8
A complete 15-day roller coaster STEM project unit for Grades 4–8. Students design, build, test, and showcase their own coaster while mastering potential and kinetic energy, force and motion, and the engineering design process. 203 pages, fully scripted and standards-aligned.The Physics of Thrill begins with a question: what happens when you hand a class fifteen days, a pile of foam track, and a fistful of marbles? Students who beg to rebuild a failed track — because they finally understand that
4th - 8th
Engineering, General Science, Physics
CCSS, NGSS
6.SP.B.5
, 6.SP.B.5b
, 6.SP.B.5d
+11
Project Based Learning-Design a Mini-Golf Hole Challenge
Bring math and science to life with Mini-Golf Mayhem — an engaging, hands-on Project-Based Learning (PBL) unit where students design a mini-golf hole through creativity and innovation! By aligning this resource to your own geometry and science standards, students will go through the process of designing and building their very own creative mini-golf hole. Students will: Explore angles, measurement, force, and motion Apply real-world problem-solving and collaboration Innovate with creativity w
3rd - 8th
Geometry, Measurement, Physics
Marshmallow Launcher STEM Project | Engineering Design Challenge
Bring engineering and problem-solving to life with this engaging Marshmallow Launcher STEM Challenge! Students will work through the complete Engineering Design Process as they plan, build, test, improve, and compete using their own marshmallow launcher designs. This hands-on STEM project encourages students to think like real engineers while strengthening collaboration, creativity, critical thinking, and data analysis skills. Perfect for: ✅ STEM Class ✅ Makerspace Activities ✅ Engineering
5th - 9th
Engineering, Physics
Move It! Move It! 5th grade GT project
This project is designed for 5th grade GT students but can be used for 6th grade (even lower or higher ability students as well). It is science based but includes portion for history connection as well as a short writing component (a detailed description). Students will research simple machines, explore simple machines/potential/kinetic energy and finally design a simple machine with a product proposal. Student sheets, link to Google slides and a rubric are included.
5th - 6th
Engineering, Physics, World History
CCSS
CCRA.L.1
, CCRA.L.2
Leprechaun Trap STEM Activity St. Patrick's Day Family Project Engineering Fun
Design a Leprechaun Trap and catch the leprechaun for St. Patrick's Day! Students will use the planning sheet to follow the engineering design process, pick bait to trap the leprechaun, and create a simple (or complicated!) trap while exploring force and motion. This project can be done in small groups (pairs works well) or you may send this home as family project. 🍀 What You'll Get 🍀 Teacher instructions and guided lesson planDifferentiated recording page options that guide students through
1st - 6th
Engineering, Measurement, Physics
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
+4
Kindergarten Forces and Motion Project Based Assessment | PBL |Push Pull Gravity
Make science meaningful and engaging with this Project-Based Assessment for Forces and Motion—perfect for Kindergarten! This hands-on PBL activity allows students to explore real-world playground problems while demonstrating their understanding of push, pull, gravity, friction, and motion. Students take ownership of their learning by choosing one of three relatable problems: The slide is too slow—kids can’t slide! The swing won’t move! The ball rolls into unsafe places! 🧠 What Students Do:
Kindergarten
Physical Science, Physics, Writing
NGSS
K-PS2-2
, K-PS2-1
Force & Motion Science Projects | 5 Hands-On STEM With Readings & Extensions
Looking for engaging, hands-on science projects to wrap up your 3rd, 4th, or 5th grade force and motion unit? This resource includes 5 exciting STEM-based lesson plans, each featuring an interactive experiment, two short reading passages (1 informational & 1 narrative), a student reflection sheet, and extension ideas that bring science concepts to life! Perfect for end-of-the-year science units, this bundle combines NGSS-aligned activities, cross-curricular reading integration, and simple
3rd - 4th
Engineering, General Science, Physics
CCSS, NGSS
RL.3.1
, RL.4.1
, RL.5.1
+18
Air Car STEM Challenge: Propeller Car Engineering Design Project (NGSS)
🚗 Air Car STEM Challenge: Build a Propeller-Powered Vehicle! Engineering Design Project | NGSS-Aligned | Grades 5–10 Turn your classroom into an engineering lab with this fast-paced, high-engagement STEM challenge where students design, build, and improve a battery-powered air car. The Goal: Create a propeller-driven vehicle that moves efficiently using thrust from a spinning fan. Students don’t just build—they test, analyze, and iterate, just like real engineers. ⚡ Why This Activity Work
5th - 10th
Basic Principles, Engineering, Physics
Paper Bridge STEM Challenge | Engineering Design Project | Grades 4-8
Engineering Design Project | Middle School Science Lab | NJSLS Aligned Looking for a fun, low-prep STEM activity that gets your students thinking like real engineers? In this engaging Paper Bridge Engineering Challenge, students will use only 3 sheets of paper and tape to design, build, test, and improve a bridge capable of holding weight! This hands-on STEM lab walks students through the Engineering Design Process as they: ✔ Define the problem ✔ Plan and sketch a design ✔ Build and test a
4th - 8th
Engineering, Physics
Toys/Game Around the World: Math/Social Studies Project Based Learning
This is a high-quality, interdisciplinary unit that hits the "STEM + Social Studies" sweet spot—a very popular niche on Teachers Pay Teachers (TpT). Here is a ready-to-use product title, description, and "What's Included" list designed to convert browsers into buyers. Product Title: STEM Around the World: 5-Day Toy Engineering & Physics Lab Subtitle: History, Physics, and Invention Challenges for Upper Elementary & Middle School Product Description:Take your students on a global journey where hi
1st - 5th
Engineering, Geometry, Physics
No Prep Sub Plans: Magnetism | STEM Research Project Grades 4–8
No Prep Sub Plans: Magnetism | STEM Research Project & Magnet Experiment | Grades 4–8 Explore the invisible force of magnetism with this engaging STEM research and group project! Students investigate magnetic fields, magnetic materials, poles, and Earth’s magnetism while designing and running their own simple magnet experiment. This ready-to-use activity combines science inquiry, collaboration, critical thinking, and hands-on learning in a format perfect for Grades 4–8. What’s Included Teach
4th - 8th
Physical Science, Physics
No Prep Sub Plans |Physics of Sports Project | Force, Motion & Angles |
Bring science to life with this engaging, real-world Physics of Sports project! Perfect for upper elementary and middle school, this No Prep Sub Plan helps students explore how force, motion, and angles impact athletic performance through research, collaboration, and visual analysis. From basketball shots to soccer kicks, students will discover how physics explains the sports they love—making learning meaningful, active, and fun. What’s Included:✔️ Ready-to-use Teacher Direction Page (Sub-
4th - 8th
General Science, Physics
Engineering Design STEM Pasta Car Project - 5 Days of Lesson Plans & Resources
This is a hands-on, low-prep STEM activity that gets your students thinking, building, and problem-solving. The Pasta Car Racer challenge guides students through the engineering design process as they work to design a car made (mostly!) out of pasta. Students will love helping Mayor Noodleton save the day by designing and testing their very own pasta car to compete in the Pasta Grand Prix. Whether working independently or with a partner, students will imagine, plan, build, and improve their
2nd - 5th
Engineering, Physical Science, Physics
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
+1
Rube Goldberg Project A STEM Science Extension
In this project, students create their own Rube Goldberg device. This is a great hands on extension when teaching simple machines and physics topics. Students love to build these. They have to plan, experiment, revise and do it over and over again. This is always a project my students enjoy. Great for gifted and talented or as an extension project.
Page 1- Sheet with background, the task and some resources.
Page 2- Graphic organizer to plan the Rube Goldberg.
Page 3- Graphic organizer with
4th - 8th
Physical Science, Physics
Lunar Landers: An NGSS-Aligned Engineering Project
Help students explore gravitational forces through this hands-on engineering challenge.
Students can complete this project individually, in pairs, or in teams. We have done this project with materials in class and also as an at-home project. Both work great!
The mission is to create a lunar lander that will protect the cargo onboard (an egg) and keep it crack-free. Students will put their lander through numerous trials (recording sheets included) as well as spend time reflecting and addressin
3rd - 6th
Basic Principles, Engineering, Physics
Challenge Project: The Science of Sound
Challenge Projects are designed as differentiated experiences for all students - whether they are gifted, high potential, average, underachievers, English language learners, struggling, and/or displaying other special needs. These enrichment units are designed to be chosen by students based upon their interests and strengths. Challenge Projects do not have a set length of study. Rather, each avenue of study should be flexible and determined by the length of time daily that a student is able t
3rd - 5th
Physical Science, Physics
Unique Energy Cooling Buildings Project Inspired by Toco Toucan
Dive into the fascinating world of renewable and energy-efficient building design with this engaging science project centered around cooling techniques inspired by the vibrant Toco Tucan. Key Features:⭐️ Nature-Inspired Innovations: Learn how toucans use their colorful bills to regulate body temperature, providing insight into sustainable design. ⭐️ Engaging Learning: This nonfiction resource aligns with NGSS standards, making it ideal for science education. ⭐️ Inspire Creativity: Encourage st
3rd - 4th
Physics, Science
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 4-ESS3-1
DENSITY HOMEWORK PROJECT: MG, GRADES 4-8
Teachers: This is an eleven page homework project can be done over a few days. It has vocabulary, science research, definitions, a word search, and a simple density experiment on liquid density. Attention teachers: Please make sure the students know their parents must sign off on the experiment part, and the homework part at the end! Thanks for visiting! Science is amazing! Excelsior!
4th - 10th, Adult Education
Basic Principles, Physics
Marble Run Project
This is an exciting marble run project designed for an upper elementary or Junior High Science, Exploratory or STEM class. This multi-day project involves cooperative group work, detailed construction work as well as an analytical writing component. This project can easily be modified to suit a variety of learners.
5th - 8th
Physics, Visual Arts
Makey Makey OPERATION GAME
🎮 Makey Makey Operation Game Project (Grades 5–6) Hands-on STEM + Art + Coding = Student Engagement GOLD!In this multi-day Makey Makey Operation Game Project, students design and build their own version of the classic Operation game while learning about simple circuits, conductivity, and Scratch programming. This project blends engineering, creativity, and problem-solving in a way upper elementary students LOVE. Perfect for STEM class, Makerspace, enrichment, or technology units, this pr
5th - 6th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Physics
STEM Activities & Challenges: 2nd & 3rd Grade Simple Machines Leprechaun Trap
St. Patrick's Day Leprechaun Trap STEM Project-Based Learning is here! This STEM activity and challenge for 2nd-3rd graders uses the concepts of simple machines (pulleys, levers, inclined planes/ramps) and the engineering design process to engage students in the challenge of building a leprechaun trap that can trap and contain a marble or ping pong ball (representing a leprechaun). Step-by-step directions and materials list are both provided for the teacher to allow for maximum student success.
2nd - 3rd
Engineering, Physics, Science
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
+5
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