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Electricity & Electromagnets: Circuits, Conductors, Series/Parallel + Quizzes
Make teaching electricity and magnetism simple and engaging with this hands-on resource! Perfect for Grades 4–6, this package introduces students to electricity, simple circuits, conductors and insulators, series vs. parallel circuits, and electromagnets in a clear and accessible way. To run the experiments, students will need: a battery, wires with clips, small light bulbs, a switch (optional), various test materials (metal/plastic/wood), an iron nail, and copper wire. Students build real circu
4th - 6th
Engineering, General Science, Physics
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
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
Musical Jars Science Experiment – Sound, Pitch & Frequency
Bring science and music together in this engaging hands-on activity! Students explore how sound, vibrations, and pitch work by tapping glass jars filled with different amounts of water to create musical notes. This resource includes: ✅ A clear, step-by-step experiment guide ✅ Observation questions for student reflection ✅ Easy-to-understand science background on sound waves, pitch, frequency, and loudness ✅ A 10-question multiple-choice quiz (with answer key) to check understanding ✅ Visu
3rd - 5th
Informational Text, Physical Science, Physics
Properties of Matter Phenomenon-Based Learning Text and Student Pages
Engage your students in exploring why giant steel ships float while small rocks sink! This unit introduces key physical science concepts of mass, volume, and density through a hands-on, inquiry-driven approach. Students will: Investigate properties of matter: mass, volume, shape, and density Conduct simple tests to predict and explain sinking and floating Reflect on how engineers use matter’s properties to design floating structures Includes: ✅ Phenomenon reading with discussion and critical thi
4th - 6th
General Science, Physical Science, Physics
Riding Freedom Novel Study – A Cross-Curricular Journey
Bring Pam Muñoz Ryan’s Inspiring Story to Life for Grades 3-12Discover the true story of Charlotte Parkhurst, America’s first female stagecoach driver, through this immersive, multi-disciplinary novel study. Perfect for homeschoolers and classroom teachers, this guide blends literature, history, and STEM with empowering real-world connections. Why This Study Stands Out:✅ Gender Equality & Grit – Explore 19th-century gender roles through Charlotte’s groundbreaking achievements ✅ STEM Meets
3rd - 12th
For All Subjects, Novel Studies, Physics, U.S. History
CCSS
4.MD.A.2
, 7.RP.A.3
, RL.3.3
+10
Electricity & Magnetism 3D Research Project Cube | Physical Science Activity
Bring hands-on inquiry and real scientific thinking to your electricity unit with this Electricity & Magnetism 3D Research Project Cube, a student-driven activity designed for upper elementary and middle school science classrooms. Students conduct research on a concept related to electricity and magnetism — such as electric circuits, magnetic fields, electromagnets, or energy transfer — and synthesize their findings on a three-dimensional cube that makes complex ideas visual and memorable. Perfe
4th - 8th
Physical Science, Physics, Science
NGSS
MS-PS2-3
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
Magnet Maze STEM Challenge: Forces and Motion Activity Friction | Grades 2-6
The Magnetic Maze: Complete Forces STEM Challenge Turn your classroom into an engineering lab! This engaging, hands-on STEM project challenges students to design, build, and test their own Magnetic Maze using simple materials. It is the perfect unit to explore forces causing movement in a highly memorable way. This complete resource is structured for success across a wide range of grade levels and includes: STEM Building Project: Detailed instructions for the hands-on maze creation.Design & Pla
2nd - 6th
General Science, Physics
Grade 6 Science: Matter & Forces/Energy Workbook Bundle – Alberta Edition
Grade 6 Science: Forces/Energy & Matter Workbook Bundle – Alberta EditionThis bundle includes two complete student workbooks designed to support the new Alberta Science Curriculum for Matter and Forces/Energy. Together, they guide students through the particle model of matter, states of matter, heating and cooling, mass, volume, density, and key properties of materials. Students also explore forces as pushes and pulls, internal and external forces, how forces change objects, and how energy is
4th - 7th
Environment, General Science, Physics
Forces and Energy Science Student Workbook Grade 6 Science Alberta Edition
Forces & Energy Student Workbook | Grade 6 Science Alberta CurriculumThis Grade 6 Forces & Energy Student Workbook is designed to support the new Alberta Science Curriculum by helping students understand forces, motion, and energy through clear explanations and hands-on practice. Using reading passages, colour diagrams, guided worksheets, and design challenges, students explore how forces and energy affect objects, structures, and everyday life. Perfect for upper elementary science, this reso
4th - 7th
Environment, General Science, Physics
Theme Park Ride Design Project | 5th Grade Force and Motion STEM Challenge
🎢 Theme Park Ride Designer: No-Prep STEM Engineering ProjectGet your students excited about force, motion, gravity, friction, and energy with this fun and creative Theme Park Ride Designer STEM project! 🎡✨ In this hands-on engineering challenge, students become theme park designers as they create a ride that is both fun AND safe. Students can design a roller coaster, water ride, or spinning ride while applying real science concepts in a meaningful and engaging way. This project is perfe
4th - 5th
General Science, Physics
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 5-PS2-1
+1
Halloween STEM Challenge FREE | Grades 2–5 | PDF & Easel
Try our FREE bonus challenge: Challenge 5 – Ghost Balloon Rocket (Science & Engineering): Build a balloon rocket and test its speed! Includes Teacher Guide + Student Recording Sheets in PDF and Easel formats. Perfect as a Halloween STEM center, early finisher activity, or extra class fun. 👉 Loved the free sample? Upgrade to the Full Pack for only $4.99 and get 4 more challenges PLUS this bonus freebie here: Halloween STEM Challenge Pack (Grades 2–3 & 4–5) PDF + Easel Color & B/W 🌟 Why T
2nd - 5th
Engineering, Mental Math, Physics
Also included in: Halloween Reading & STEM Bundle | Grades 3-5
Force, Motion, Weight Activities- Build a Bridge - STEAM - PBL - Grades 4-7
Do you need a STEAM, PBL and Engineering project for grades 4-7 for designing, building, and testing their own bridge? They’ll explore concepts as forces, balance, tension, compression, structural engineering, and problem-solving through interactive learning and teamwork. Students will think like real engineers as they investigate different types of bridges, analyze structures, and apply the engineering design process to create a strong and stable bridge model. Includes:bridge building
4th - 7th
Engineering, Physical Science, Physics
STEM Paper Airplane Challenge Kit, Engineering Design Process Activity, Template
✈️ STEM Paper Airplane Challenge Kit | Engineering Design Process Activity & Template | Print + Digital | Grades 2–6.| NGSSLooking for engaging paper airplane templates that go beyond simple folding activities? This Paper Airplane STEM Challenge Kit combines paper airplane templates, engineering design process activities, STEM challenges, flight testing, data collection, and problem-solving in one complete print and digital resource.Get students excited about STEM, engineering, and hands-on lear
2nd - 6th
Engineering, Physical Science, Physics
CCSS, NGSS
3.MD.B.4
, 4.MD.A.1
, 5.MD.A.1
+13
Oobleck Science Experiment Activity Sheet | Non-Newtonian Fluid STEM Printable
Turn a fascinating science mystery into a hands-on STEM adventure! In this fun and engaging activity, kids will create their own Oobleck while exploring the unique properties of non-Newtonian fluids through observation, testing, and experimentation. This printable activity combines chemistry, physics, and engineering concepts in a way that is both educational and memorable. Children will discover how Oobleck can behave like both a liquid and a solid, how force and pressure affect materials, and
3rd - 6th
Engineering, General Science, Physics
Matter Student Workbook | Grade 6 Science Alberta Curriculum
Matter Student Workbook | Grade 6 Science Alberta CurriculumThis Grade 6 Matter Student Workbook is designed to support the new Alberta Science Curriculum by building a strong foundation in the particle model of matter, states of matter, heating and cooling, and measurable properties like mass, volume, temperature, and density. It also connects learning to real life through energy resources, decision-making, and responsible energy use in Alberta. With clear student-friendly text, colour vis
4th - 7th
General Science, Physics
Haunted House Simple Machine STEM Project | Scare Contraption | Halloween STEM
Halloween STEM Project! Savings Alert! This resource is also included in the following bundles:STEM Project BUNDLE | Traps | Holiday | Life Science | Water Filtration | SolarThis STEM project incorporates Halloween with engineering! Students will create a scaled model of a contraption that can be used in a haunted house to make a “ghost” pop up and scare a passerby. Students can only use items off of the approved materials list to create their scare contraption, and designs must include at lea
2nd - 9th
Engineering, Other (Science), Physics
Halloween STEM + Math Challenge Grades 4th-6th
(ENGLISH)4th–6th GradeHalloween STEM + Math Challenge Grades 4th-6thTurn spooky science into a full STEM + Math adventure this Halloween! These ready-to-use add-on sheets extend your favorite Halloween STEM experiments with structured math practice. Students won’t just build, test, and explore — they’ll also calculate, graph, compare, and analyze their results in ways that strengthen critical Common Core math skills. Overview:Students use data from their STEM experiments to practice core mat
4th - 6th
Applied Math, General Science, Physics
STEM Activity Series/Wind Direction Indicator
The Wind Direction IndicatorThis activity is a practical, engaging way to introduce young learners to the invisible forces of nature. By building their own Wind Direction Indicator (also known as a weather vane), children move from observing the weather to actively measuring it. This project bridges the gap between creative arts and STEM, encouraging curiosity about the environment. Key FeaturesTactile Learning: Children work with various textures, from soft modeling clay and smooth plastic str
2nd - 4th
Engineering, Environment, Physics
CCSS, NGSS
2.MD.A.1
, 2.MD.D.10
, K.G.A.1
+3
Also included in: The Ultimate Elementary STEM Activity Bundle
Leprechaun Trap STEM Project | Simple Machines | How to Catch a Leprechaun
St. Patrick's Day STEM, Leprechaun STEM, Science Savings Alert! This resource is also included in the following bundle:STEM Project BUNDLE | Traps | Holiday | Life Science | Water Filtration | SolarThis STEM project incorporates St. Patrick's Day with engineering! Students will use simple machines to create a trap to catch a Leprechaun (Literacy Connection: How to Catch a Leprechaun by Adam Wallace). The Leprechaun should not be harmed from the trap, should be safely caught and must have a space
2nd - 12th
Engineering, General Science, Physics
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