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Wheel & Axle STEM Challenge – Rover Engineering Design Activity | Grades K–8
In the Paper Clip Rover Suspension Test, students become mechanical and aerospace engineers as they design and test a suspension system for a miniature rover using only paper clips and simple classroom materials. This hands-on STEM challenge introduces students to shock absorption, stability, force, motion, and structural engineering as they work to protect their rover from rough terrain and impact forces. This engaging, low-prep engineering activity is ideal for STEM labs, science classroom
K - 8th
Engineering, For All Subjects, Physics
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
After Winter Break Activity - Frosted Forest Triangle Tree Math & STEM Challenge
This after winter break activity / winter STEM challenge blends math, engineering, and critical thinking in a paperless format. The Frosted Forest STEM Challenge invites students to design and build a “triangle tree” covered in icy triangular icicles. Through hands-on problem solving, students apply geometry, measurement, and data analysis skills while working within clear criteria and constraints. This challenge is flexible, highly engaging, and easy to differentiate, making it a strong fit
2nd - 8th
Engineering, Geometry
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+6
Christmas in Australia - Christmas STEM Low Prep Challenges - December STEM
Looking for engaging and educational Christmas STEM activities to keep your students learning during the busy holiday season? This fun and festive Christmas STEM challenge brings a warm-weather twist to your December plans with Surfboard for Santa – a Christmas in Australia STEM activity your students will love! In this hands-on challenge, students in 2nd through 5th grade will design and build a surfboard for Santa using drinking straws and plastic wrap - or any materials you choose. Then,
2nd - 5th
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
Back to School STEM Activities Elementary Beginning of the Year STEM Challenges
The beginning of the year is just around the corner and your teacher life just got a little busier with First Week of School and Beginning of the Year STEM activities you need to plan. Use First Week of School and Beginning of the Year STEM activities to cover standards and help your students develop collaborative skills with All About Me, Back to School and STEM Team Building Activities they will love. This ready to go First Week of School and Beginning of the Year STEM Activities and Challeng
2nd - 5th
Basic Operations, Engineering, Visual Arts
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-1
+1
Fun Day Before Thanksgiving Break Activities - November STEM Activities Stations
These two November STEM activities keep your kids learning, collaborating, and creating right up until Thanksgiving break. This bundle includes two fall favorites: Fall STEM Improv and the Mini Mayflower / Mini Mishoon STEM Challenge that make perfect day before Thanksgiving break activities for elementary and middle school. Both challenges focus on the 4 Cs of Engineering (Creativity, Collaboration, Communication, and Critical Thinking) and build problem-solving confidence through hands-on
3rd - 6th
Engineering, General Science, Social Emotional Learning
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-4
+4
Brainstorming Solutions FRAZZLED Science Game - No Prep Grade 4 Review Activity
Win Big, then Lose Big, Then Win Big Again. So Frustrating, and FUN!Frazzled is a No Prep Science game where teams earn an unknown amount of points for answering questions correctly! Be warned, get it wrong and your opponents get your points! Reveal a bomb and your points get reset to ZERO! The game is playable with the whole class together, or you can play it as small groups. There are 20 questions and answers included. This version is Elementary Science, Grade 4, Brainstorming Solutions It is
3rd - 5th
Engineering
Also included in: 12 FRAZZLED Science Games - Engineering - No Prep Grade 4 Review
Identifying a Problem FRAZZLED Science Game - No Prep Grade 4 Review Activity
Win Big, then Lose Big, Then Win Big Again. So Frustrating, and FUN!Frazzled is a No Prep Science game where teams earn an unknown amount of points for answering questions correctly! Be warned, get it wrong and your opponents get your points! Reveal a bomb and your points get reset to ZERO! The game is playable with the whole class together, or you can play it as small groups. There are 20 questions and answers included. This version is Elementary Science, Grade 4, Identifying a Problem It is a
3rd - 5th
Engineering
Also included in: 12 FRAZZLED Science Games - Engineering - No Prep Grade 4 Review
Halloween October Science Fall STEM Activities – Early Finishers STEM Challenges
Make October unforgettable with these fun Halloween STEM Activities - in both print and digital versions! From bats and spiders to Halloween ghosts, candy catapults, skeleton bone bridges, and more, this bundle brings spooky fun into your classroom while reinforcing real science and engineering concepts. With six hands-on challenges designed for grades 2–8, you’ll have everything you need for Halloween science stations, October STEM, Fun Friday activities, and Halloween early finishers act
2nd - 8th
Engineering, Science
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+7
Marshmallow Toothpick STEM Challenge Earthquake STEM End of Year Earth Science
Looking for a high-impact earthquake STEM activity that’s hands-on, meaningful, and fun? This marshmallow toothpick STEM challenge encourages students to step into the shoes of structural engineers and explore how buildings can be designed to withstand powerful earthquakes. Looking for more STEM Challenges? Click here to get activities for the whole year and SAVE!In this engaging engineering challenge, students will build a model of an earthquake-proof building using only marshmallows and toot
4th - 7th
Earth Sciences, Engineering
Introduction to 3D Design on TinkerCAD
Introduction to 3D Designing on TinkerCAD for Elementary StudentsBring creativity, technology, and problem-solving into your classroom with this engaging Introduction to 3D Designing on TinkerCAD unit created specifically for elementary students! This beginner-friendly resource introduces students to the exciting world of 3D design and digital creation through easy-to-follow lesson and hands-on challenges. Perfect for STEM, Makerspace, technology, gifted education, enrichment, or classroom i
1st - 5th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, For All Subjects
Bridge Building STEM Challenge: Build the Strongest Bridge Activity
This super fun Bridge Building STEM Challenge will get your students excited and engaged to work together to plan, create and test a bridge that can hold over 100 coins! The Build the Strongest Bridge Activity materials are delivered on beautifully presented Google Slides or Docs. There is a comprehensive teacher guide to help you plan and deliver this activity. I have included detailed Google Slides for your students, with instructions and photos of the challenge, and tips for success, and intr
2nd - 6th
Engineering, Physical Science
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
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
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
Paper Airplane Challenge STEM Paper Airplanes Contest Airplane Day Competition
Looking for a high-interest paper airplane STEM activity that brings real-world science and engineering into your classroom? This hands-on challenge is the perfect way to engage students in meaningful learning while strengthening their design, testing, and critical thinking skills. Looking for more STEM Challenges? Click here to get activities for the whole year and SAVE!Inspired by the use of drones to deliver life-saving medical supplies to remote areas, this challenge invites students to tak
4th - 7th
Engineering, General Science, Physical Science
Hour of Code Computer Science STEM Coding Activity Gingerbread House Gifted
A fun Hour of Code Google Slides activity that introduces students to essential computer science and coding skills while building a digital gingerbread house. Students will explore introductory to intermediate coding concepts as they decode pseudo code (written in a code-like format) and use the algorithms to create their own digital gingerbread house. This activity is a fun and festive way to build problem-solving skills and deepen students’ understanding of how coding works. The preview
4th - 8th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering
45 Early Finisher Activities - Fun Friday Activities - Science STEM Sub Plans
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 STEM centers, or support
3rd - 6th
Engineering, General Science, Math
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-4
, 3-5-ETS1-1
+1
No Prep STEM Activity for STEM Sub Plans or Early Finishers Science Sub Plans
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 number generator), makin
2nd - 5th
Engineering, General Science
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
STEM/STEAM Choice Board 5 - Google Docs Version
This is the Google Docs version of my STEM/STEAM Choice Board #5. It's simple because it works, and it's an easy resource for students to use with a no-prep option for teachers. In this resource:Cover page with tips & tricks Google Doc Choice Board - ready to add to an assignment *This choice board has an emphasis on math concepts that are often overlooked: financial literacy, venn diagrams, self-reflection, etc. This editable STEM Choice Board is designed to keep every student engaged, producti
4th - 9th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Financial Literacy
NGSS
MS-ETS1-4
, MS-ETS1-1
, MS-ETS1-3
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
Cardboard Arcade STEM Project Cardboard Engineering Caine's 4th-8th grade Gifted
STEM Cardboard Arcade Project | PBL | Simple Machines | Caine’s Arcade Inspired Looking for a high-engagement STEM project that blends engineering, creativity, collaboration, and real-world problem solving? Inspired by Caine’s Arcade, this Cardboard Arcade Project-Based Learning (PBL) unit challenges students to design and build their own cardboard arcade or carnival game using at least one simple machine! Perfect for STEM classrooms, gifted and talented programs, summer school, or any
3rd - 6th
Engineering
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
Day Before or After Winter Break Activity - Snowman Science Winter STEM Activity
Looking for a fun, low-prep STEM activity for the day before or after winter break? The Snowman Stretch STEM Challenge is perfect for keeping kids learning and laughing while practicing science, technology, engineering, and math skills in a festive, wintry theme. In this hands-on Winter STEM and Science activity, kids design and build the tallest free-standing snowman possible—or, for an extra challenge, the snowman with the greatest volume or surface area. It’s an ideal way to mix creativ
2nd - 8th
Engineering, Other (Math), Social Emotional Learning
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+7
STEM Introduction Activities Booklet STEAM worksheets First Day Guidance Lessons
Are you looking for a way to introduce STEM to your class? This STEM introduction booklet is the perfect resource! Discuss the importance of science, technology, engineering, art, math, and the design process. The booklet is available in both English and Spanish, and it can be used in Google Slides or as a printable PDF. This booklet is a great way to start an open discussion with your students about STEM. It can help them to understand the different components of STEM and how they all work toge
2nd - 5th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering
CCSS, NGSS
W.1.5
, W.1.8
, W.2.8
+8
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