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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
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
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
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
AVIATION
November is Aviation month. This research project can serve as an assessment grade or a homework grade. It covers a basic knowledge of aviation, and related information for the beginner. It has an art portion, as well. The intention of this project is to stimulate an interest in aviation. Thanks for visiting. We are humbled.
5th - 9th
Engineering, Physics
CCSS
RST.6-8.4
Lunar Landers: An NGSS-Aligned Engineering Challenge
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 address
3rd - 6th
Basic Principles, Engineering, Physics
Fortune Teller for Electrical Circuits Vocabulary
This fun device, also called a Cootie Catcher, can help students review terms: battery, circuit, conductor, current, insulator, parallel circuit, series circuit, and switch. Choose from several options: One player or two playersColor or blackline words that can be coloredHave students fill in different definitions or simple drawings using a fortune teller with just termsUse a blank fortune teller to create a completely different resourceI created a web page with directions for making this devic
3rd - 6th
Physical Science, Physics, Science
Fun Design Iteration Engineering Challenge Lesson: Make a Mini Basketball Game
Ready to get your class active, hands-on, and maybe a tiny bit rowdy? This is the engineering design project for you! In this lesson, students will work together to build mini basketball games. They will select from materials around the house or the classroom to construct the game using various materials as a ball, a hoop, and a launcher using a fulcrum. Each group will try at least three different configurations that will lead them to their final design. This teaches kids how to iterate their
3rd - 5th
Engineering, Physics, Science
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Magnificent Marshmallow Marvels I primary worksheet with answers
Magnificent Marshmallow Marvels I primary worksheet with answers could be used with the free download.
I've been doing this project since 2007, and every years, this is the project most kids ask to start off the school year.
1st - 3rd
Other (Math), Physics
Planet Report
This template provides a structured framework to report on a planet, covering key characteristics and unique facts. Ideal for school projects, presentations, or hobby research on planets within our solar system or beyond.
1st - 4th
Astronomy, Earth Sciences, Physics
Egg Drop Challenge
This egg drop team challenge allows students to set a budget and create egg drop devices of their choosing. Students will research, design, build, and test multiple prototypes throughout this project.
3rd - 7th
Engineering, Money Math, Physics
NGSS
5-PS2-1
SPACE TRAVEL & THE HUMAN BODY: ZERO GRAVITY-WEIGHTLESSNESS
THIS SCIENCE WRITING PROMPT INVOLVES THE HUMAN BODY AND ZERO GRAVITY. THERE IS A SPACE FOR TEACHER'S COMMENTS. IT IS A RESEARCH PROMPT. USE THIS FOR A SCIENCE HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENT, A GRADED SCIENCE PROJECT, OR A CENTER ACTIVITY. HAVE A GREAT YEAR OF LEARNING! THANK YOU FOR VISITING THE HOUSE OF THE THREE DINOSAURS!
5th - 7th, Adult Education
Astronomy, Physics
Build a Wind-Proof Tower STEM Challenge | Engineering Design Process
Are your students ready to become engineers? In this engaging and hands-on STEM challenge, students will work collaboratively to design, build, test, and improve a wind-resistant tower using simple classroom materials! This project introduces students to the Engineering Design Process in a fun and developmentally appropriate way for Lower Elementary learners. Students are presented with a real-world problem — a windstorm is coming! Their task is to design and construct the tallest tower possi
2nd - 6th
Engineering, Physics
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
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