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Renewable vs Nonrenewable Energy Unit 3rd Grade | STEM NGSS Quiz
Renewable vs Nonrenewable Energy Unit – 3rd Grade ScienceStart your school year strong with this complete Renewable vs Nonrenewable Energy Unit designed for 3rd Grade NGSS science standards. This Back to School science unit includes lesson plans, reading passages, STEM activities, assessments, and a grading rubric, everything you need for a structured, print-and-go energy unit. Perfect for:• Beginning of Year Science • First Month of School • Natural Resources Unit • STEM Integration • Science +
3rd
Engineering, Informational Text, Physical Science
CCSS, NGSS
RI.3.1
, RI.3.2
, RI.3.3
+4
Roller Coaster Project - Energy, Force, and Motion
Students explore energy, force, motion, potential energy, kinetic energy, gravity, friction, unbalanced and balanced forces with this project based learning activity. Includes a reading passage, flash cards, a quiz quick check, project build day guideline, and draft page for a roller coaster.
1st - 12th
Engineering, General Science, Physics
3D Winter Art: Q-Tip Snowflakes | STEAM Lesson on Radial Balance
This fun 1 day, low-prep ART lesson teaches radial balance and 6-sided symmetry through a hands-on building snowflake craft activity that includes visual guided Google Slides, along with a printable exit quiz. This Radial Balance Snowflake STEAM - ART lesson teaches students the principles of radial balance symmetry and 3D sculpture while integrating a fascinating science video about how crystals form in nature. Using only Q-tips, glue, and a dash of glitter, your students will create stunnin
2nd - 9th
Engineering, Environment, Visual Arts
Pi-Day Catapult — Optimize Angle & Tension (Predict vs. Measure) | MS–HS NGSS
Description (NGSS included) Celebrate Pi-Day with a data-driven projectile challenge! Students tune angle and tension on a simple launcher, then predict vs. measure range and compute percent error. Teams graph Range vs. Angle (and optional Range vs. Pullback) and explain results with CER. 🧠📈 🔬 Investigate: hold one variable constant to fairly test the other. 🧮 Model: use a calibration shot or R ≈ (v²·sin(2θ))/g to predict. 📊 Analyze: compare predicted vs. measured; percent error
3rd - 12th
Engineering, General Science, Physics
Cranberry Catapult STEM Challenge — Thanksgiving Engineering, Data & Measurement
Turn Thanksgiving week into a high-engagement STEM engineering challenge. Students design and build a simple cranberry catapult, test three trials, measure distance in centimeters, graph results, and reflect on force, motion, and the engineering design process. Includes a Safety Rules poster, score/data sheets, a 10-point rubric, discussion prompts, extension ideas, and a 5-question mini-quiz. Perfect for science, engineering, or a holiday STEM day; works great for whole-group, stat
3rd - 6th
Engineering, Graphing, Measurement
Balloon Rocket STEM Project | Newton’s 3rd Law Science Experiment Grades: 3-6
Balloon Rocket STEM Project | Newton’s 3rd Law Hands-On Science Engage your 3rd–6th grade students in an exciting, hands-on STEM activity that explores Newton’s Third Law of Motion! This comprehensive Balloon Rocket STEM Project is designed to teach fundamental physics concepts through inquiry, experimentation, and critical thinking. Perfect for classroom science units, STEM clubs, or homeschooling, this project combines fun with rigorous learning. What’s Included:- 800-Word Non-Fiction Pass
3rd - 6th
Applied Math, Engineering, Measurement
STEM Activity Challenge: Air Jack Pressure & Matter Lab | Grades 3-5
⭐ NGSS Aligned STEM Activity | Printable, Digital, & Fully Editable | Updated for 2026Engage your students with this high-interest engineering challenge where they explore air pressure and forces. In this hands-on lab, students build an air jack using a zip-top bag and a straw to use their own breath to lift a heavy book off the table. It is the perfect addition to any Elementary Physical Science, Matter, or Forces and Motion unit. Designed specifically for 3rd grade, 4th grade, and 5th gra
3rd - 5th
Engineering, General Science
Egg Drop STEM Activity End of Year STEM Challenge Force and Motion Engineering
Are you looking for an end of year STEM challenge that's always a crowd pleaser? This classic STEM challenge appeals to kids of all ages, and is an excellent way to explore force and motion, drag, and iterative design and testing. Will the eggs break or survive the drop in a device created by your students? If you have thought about trying a STEM challenge but weren't sure where to start, this is a great challenge to start with. ✏️ What materials will I need? ✏️ Use a variety of easy-to-find
3rd - 8th
Engineering, General Science, Physics
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
Plant STEM Activities | Edible Parts of a Plant Model & Building STEM Snack K-2
Looking for a meaningful, hands-on way to teach plants that your students will actually remember? This Plant STEM Snack pack combines real science, engineering, and edible learning into two engaging activities your students will LOVE. Students don’t just learn about plants… they build them, explore them, and think about how they actually work. This resource includes TWO highly engaging STEM snack activities that are simple to prep, easy to use, and packed with real learning. 🌿 What’s Include
K - 3rd
Biology, Engineering
Renewable & Nonrenewable Energy Reading Comprehension Pack | 3rd Grade Science
Start your August Back to School science lessons with this complete Renewable & Nonrenewable Energy Unit for 3rd Grade. This NGSS-aligned energy unit combines informational text reading comprehension, skill-based practice, and structured assessment to help students understand renewable and nonrenewable energy sources from the beginning of the school year.Designed specifically for 3rd grade science, this Renewable and Nonrenewable Energy Reading Comprehension Unit integrates literacy skills
3rd
Engineering, Informational Text, Physical Science
CCSS, NGSS
RI.3.1
, RI.3.2
, RI.3.3
+2
Design a Magnetic Compass | Electricity & Magnetism | STEM Engineering
🧭 Activity 2/5 — Cluster 2: Electricity & Magnetism Engineering ✔ No prep, high engagement STEM lesson ✔ Uses simple household/classroom materials ✔ Step-by-step guided engineering activity ✔ Designed for real classroom success ✔ Bonus: Ready-to-Use Editable PowerPoint Lesson Slides 🧭 Design a Magnetic Compass | STEM Engineering Activity (Grades 3–7) 🌟 CRITICAL STEP — FROM ELECTRICITY → MAGNETIC FIELDS 🔥 A Hands-On STEM Challenge Students LOVE 👉 “Wait… it moves by itself?!”
3rd - 7th
Engineering, Physics
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, 3-PS2-1
, 3-PS2-2
+4
Balance Bird & Wobblers | Physics STEAM Activities | Elementary Science Craft
Get ready for hands-on STEM fun with this engaging elementary engineering activity! Students will explore the science of balance, gravity, and center of mass as they design and build their own Balance Bird and Weeble Wobble creations. Through the engineering design process, learners will predict, build, test, and improve their models while developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills. These interactive challenges encourage creativity, perseverance, and scientific inquiry as students
K - 5th
Basic Principles, Engineering, Physical Science
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
Makerspace Signs & Labels | STEM Classroom Decor | Printable
Create an organized, student-friendly makerspace with these clear and engaging Makerspace Signs & Labels! Perfect for STEM labs, classroom makerspaces, and project-based learning environments, this resource helps students independently locate materials, follow expectations, and stay organized—saving you time and reducing chaos. Designed with clean, minimal visuals and easy-to-read fonts, these signs support all learners, including SPED and ELL students, by promoting independence and structur
K - 6th
Basic Principles, Engineering, General Science
Bats in the Classroom: Build, Design, and Write About Bat Habitats
Bring bats to life in your classroom with this hands-on STEM and writing resource that combines science, engineering, and literacy! Perfect for the fall, Halloween season, or any animal unit, this engaging project enables students to learn about bats while practicing real-world problem-solving skills. What’s Included: Bat Trading Cards (12 species): Ready-to-use fact cards with size, diet, habitat, and fun facts—plus “Bat Power Stats” to make them feel like collectible cards! Engineering Pro
2nd - 6th
Basic Principles, Engineering, Writing
Also included in: Bat Science MEGA Bundle: 9 Hands-On Labs, Games, and Field Studies
Morning Station Center Signs | STEM & Choice Time Management System
Looking for a simple, visual way to organize your morning tubs or choice time? This resource includes visual station signs only — designed to help you easily manage and organize your classroom centers. Students can clip their names to the station they choose, creating independence and ownership from the start of the day! ⚠️ Please Note: This resource does NOT include activity cards or lesson plans. It is a visual center management system. 🧺 Stations Included: Playdough Station Magna-Tile
PreK - 5th
Classroom Community, Engineering, Social Emotional Learning
Frozen Bridge Test: Popsicle-Stick Bridges & Cold-Weather Strength Grades 3-9
Short Description In this winter engineering lab, students design and build popsicle-stick bridges, then test how much load they can hold at room temperature vs. chilled (fridge/freezer). They compare max load, observe failure modes (brittle vs. ductile behavior), and discuss how temperature, design pattern, and joint type affect real-world bridge safety. Full Description Why do engineers test bridges in extreme temperatures? In Frozen Bridge Test: How Strong Is a Cold Bridge?, stud
3rd - 9th
Engineering, General Science, Physical Science
Simple Paper Circuit Templates, Easy-To-Follow Instructions, STEM Project
Spark curiosity and creativity with this hands-on STEM Paper Circuits Project Pack—the perfect introduction to simple circuit design for elementary and middle school students! Designed with busy teachers in mind, this resource includes 6 ready-to-use paper circuit templates with clear, self-explanatory, step-by-step instructions that students can follow independently or in small groups. No complex prep required— you simply provide the basic supplies, and a complete supply list is included to
3rd - 9th
Coloring Pages, Engineering, Other (Science)
Aerospace Engineering Design Process STEM Lab Build a Balsa Wood Glider 3-8th
Students will build and test their own DIY Balsa Wood Glider! Whether you’re teaching physical science, aeronautical studies, physics, engineering, or a STEM lab unit, this activity makes science hands-on, memorable, and adaptable for all learners! In this hands-on STEM lab, they’ll learn what aerospace engineers do, explore real-world history and fun facts, and apply their knowledge through the experiment. Perfect for grades 3–8, it’s easy to use with multiple kids of different ages—making
3rd - 8th
Engineering, Physical Science, Physics
Design a Paper Airplane - end of the school year STEM challenge
Your students will love designing and testing their own paper airplane! This activity has been used successfully in all elementary grades. Have your students measure with inches, feet, yards, or even their own steps!
K - 3rd
Engineering, Measurement
Floating Love Boats Valentine STEM Challenge, Foil Boat Buoyancy Lab (K–3)
Cupid’s candy delivery boats are sinking, and your students are the rescue team. In Floating Love Boats, kids design aluminum foil “love boats” and test how many candy hearts they can load before the boat finally goes down. It’s hands-on, hilarious (in the best way), and sneaks in real science like buoyancy, stability, and the engineering design process without anyone realizing they’re learning. Students build, test, record results, then redesign and try again. You get instant engagement, mean
K - 3rd
Engineering, General Science, Other (Math)
CCSS, NGSS
1.MD.C.4
, 2.MD.D.10
, K-2-ETS1-2
+4
Straw Rocket Launch | STEM Engineering Activity | Newton’s 3rd | Grad 3-10 | sub
Straw Rocket Launch Challenge | STEM Engineering Activity | Newton’s 3rd Law & Air Pressure | Grades 3–10Straw Rocket Challenge Students design and build a paper rocket that launches using air pressure only—then test, tweak, and compete to see whose rocket flies the farthest. High engagement, low prep, big learning. Straw Rocket Challenge Quick Overview: Using paper, tape, and a straw, students create a rocket that must launch from the straw and fly at least 3 feet to count. They get 20 min
3rd - 10th
Engineering, General Science
Paper Airplane Engineering Project STEM End of Year Science Challenge - No Prep
Take flight with this engaging Paper Airplane STEM Challenge! Students will use engineering and design skills to create, test, and improve a paper airplane that can fly the farthest distance. This hands-on activity is perfect for encouraging problem-solving, creativity, measurement practice, and reflection. Students will plan their design, build a paper airplane, test how far it flies, make modifications, and reflect on what worked best. This project is a fun and meaningful way to bring STEM
3rd - 8th
Engineering, For All Subjects
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, 3-PS2-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
+9
Winter Olympics STEM: Curling Target Push (K–2) Force, Motion, Math Activity
👉 This activity is part of the Winter Olympics STEM Bundle. Grab the full unit and save $4.25Bring the Winter Olympics into your classroom with Curling Target Push: Slide to Score! This K–2 STEM activity turns desks into mini curling rinks as students slide a coin or bottle cap “stone” toward a target, then measure, score, and compare results. It’s hands-on, fast to prep, and packed with real learning, kids explore force and motion by testing gentle, medium, and strong pushes, then use math
K - 3rd
Engineering, Measurement, Other (Math)
CCSS, NGSS
1.MD.A.1
, 2.MD.A.1
, 1.OA.A.1
+3
Also included in: Winter Olympics STEM Unit Plan (5 Days, 5 Challenges, Save $4.25)
Buoyancy Density Science Lab Boat STEM Activity Challenge Archimedes Principle
💧If you are studying buoyancy, density, or Great Explorers, this is the perfect complementary STEM and science activity for you. Students will first conduct a science experiment with aluminum foil and water, and then challenge themselves to design and create a boat. ✨ About This Challenge ✨ This STEM activity provides a great introduction to the Engineering Design Process. While learning about density, buoyancy, and the Archimedes' principle, your students will construct their own cargo s
3rd - 7th
Basic Principles, Engineering, Science
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
+3
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