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STEM Activities Challenge Projects Team Building Engineering Design Process
If your students enjoy doing STEM or STEAM activities, they will LOVE this set of 5 fully-planned out challenges! All five themed STEM challenges center around the story of a shipwrecked traveler stranded on a deserted island. After watching an introductory “movie trailer” and hearing the story of the shipwreck, students will read five of the traveler's diary entries. Each entry will challenge them to design and build something to help him survive and get back to civilization! These STEM chall
4th - 7th
Engineering, Physical Science
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Pioneer STEM Activities Project Based Learning Building Simple Machines Pulley
This is a set of 5 STEM challenges centered around the story of a pioneer family. After watching an introductory “movie trailer” and hearing about the family's travels during the westward expansion, students will read about different parts of the journey. Each one will challenge them to design something to help the family build their new life. Includes 5 different STEM projects: Thirsty Travelers: Design A Water FilterHome Sweet Home: Construct A CabinWhose Territory?: Build A TowerBath Time: S
4th - 7th
Engineering, Physical Science
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-PS3-4
, 4-PS3-4
+5
Winter STEM Activities Challenge Science Projects Parachute Tower Catapult Igloo
This set of winter STEM challenges are centered around the story of a group of stranded arctic explorers who need your students' help to survive! Begin by showing students the "movie trailer" ( preview video) to build interest. After hearing the story of the failed expedition, students will read 5 diary entries. Each one presents a problem to solve and will challenge them to design something to help the group make it back to base camp. Includes 5 separate winter STEM challenges: Arctic Architect
4th - 7th
Engineering, Physical Science
Rube Goldberg Project Based Learning Engineering Design & Critical Thinking
Bring creativity, logic, and engineering together with this Rube Goldberg Project-Based Learning Challenge for grades 4–6! Students will dive into the fascinating world of Rube Goldberg, an inventor and cartoonist famous for his comically complicated machines that perform simple tasks. This engaging 2+ hour activity encourages students to think outside the box, analyze inventions, and design their own Rube Goldberg machine inside a head. Perfect for independent work, whole-class learning, ce
4th - 6th
Close Reading, Engineering, Science
CCSS, NGSS
RI.4.3
, RI.5.3
, RI.6.3
+9
Space STEM Activities Science Challenge Straw Balloon Rocket Parachute Bridge
This is a set of 5 space themed STEM challenges centered around the story of a group of scientists who must travel to Jupiter to save mankind. After watching the introductory “movie trailer” and hearing the opening storyline, students will read 5 of the team's travel log entries. Each one will challenge them to design something to help them survive and save the humans back on Earth. STEM Challenges in this set3-2-1 Blastoff: Design a RocketTouchdown: Build an Orbiter Landing DeviceDon’t Look Do
4th - 7th
Engineering, Physical Science
Also included in: Force & Motion STEM Activity BUNDLE 15 Projects + STEM Rubric Space Rome
Ancient Rome Activities STEM Projects Windmill Solar Oven Engineering Design
This is a set of 5 different activities centered around the story of a slave living in ancient Rome. After hearing the opening storyline, students will read 5 of the slave's diary entries. Each one will challenge them to design something that will help him earn his freedom and become a Roman citizen. STEM Challenges in this pack:Road Trip: Design a TrunkFood for Thought: Create a Fishing NetCatch a Breeze: Windmill ChallengeNow We're Cooking: Construct a Solar OvenWater, Water Everywhere: Build
4th - 7th
Engineering, Physical Science
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, 4-PS3-4
, 3-5-ETS1-3
+8
Also included in: Force & Motion STEM Activity BUNDLE 15 Projects + STEM Rubric Space Rome
Earth Day Game Earth Day Project Spring Planet Earth STEM Task Cards Teamwork
Looking for Earth Day STEM activities that get your students building, problem-solving, competing, and thinking creatively? This Earth-Friendly Outta the Box Classroom Competition is a hands-on, high-engagement STEM experience perfect for Fun Fridays, science blocks, or an Earth Day celebration. Students learn about landfills, water towers, recycling, and creative conservation through a mix of engineering challenges, figurative language tasks, and team-based problem solving. Designe
4th - 6th
Engineering, General Science
CCSS, NGSS
SL.4.5
, SL.5.5
, SL.6.5
+1
Also included in: STEM Activities and Challenges Bundle | Earth Day and Outer Space
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
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
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
Design a Cell Phone Project | STEM, Entrepreneurship, PBL for GATE & Teamwork
Challenge your students to think like designers, innovators, and entrepreneurs with this STEM cell phone design project that blends real world problem solving with creativity and team collaboration. In this project based learning activity, students research, design, and model their own innovative phone, complete with branding, marketing, and a pitch presentation! Whether you're teaching STEAM, GATE, enrichment, or careers, this activity builds valuable life skills like creative problem solving,
5th - 10th, Higher Education
Engineering, For All Subjects
Elementary STEM Emergency Sub Plans MEGA BUNDLE
Carly and Adam's Elementary Emergency STEM Sub Plans MEGA Bundle!This low-prep STEM mega bundle is simple to use. Just print and play. These challenges are flexible and can be used at any time. Designed to be used with Pre-K through 5th Grade. With detailed instructions, this STEM lesson plan can easily be left with a sub in a pinch or used when you have limited prep time. Perfect for bell ringers, indoor recess, morning work, makerspace time, or STEM lab. Includes:STEM ChallengesSubstitute Teac
PreK - 5th
Engineering, English Language Arts, Science
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
+3
Build a Boat STEM Challenge Hands On Kindergarten Science Sink or Float Inquiry
Looking for a fun, hands-on boat STEM challenge for kindergarten that explores sink or float concepts while engaging young learners in science inquiry? This Build a Boat STEM Challenge is the perfect resource to introduce your students to engineering, design, and scientific thinking.This low-prep resource is designed specifically for early elementary students and includes everything you need to guide your class through an exciting boat-building investigation. Students will love designing
PreK - 3rd
Engineering, General Science, Other (Science)
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
Minecraft Reading & Writing Activities Creative Writing Prompts STEM Challenges
Got students who just Love MINECRAFT?What better way to develop critical and creative thinking skills than with these team-building STEM Challenges and Reading Activities? This resource includes a DIGITAL and PRINTABLE version of the MINECRAFT Literacy Activities!Here are over 5 hours of Minecraft-themed activities that make for a fun day of friendly classroom competition and high-interest reading. Fun for students and EASY PREP for teachers! By purchasing this BUNDLE you are saving 20% off
4th - 7th
Close Reading, Engineering, Informational Text
Seasonal STEM Activities Fall, Winter, and Spring
Fall STEM ActivitiesThis resource contains STEM challenges to use during the fall, Halloween and Thanksgiving. There are 12 activities for you to choose from. These activities should supplement what you are already doing in your classroom. Build a Playground Paper Chain Challenge Cup Tower Corn Maze Leaf Art Haunted House Spooky Night Fingerprint Science Robotic Hand Pattern Block Turkeys 2D and/or 3D Float Winter STEM ActivitiesThis resource contains STEM challenges to use during the winter. Th
2nd - 4th
Engineering, Math, Science
National Parks Unit | Research Project, STEM Activities & Writing (Grades 3–5)
Struggling to find a comprehensive unit that genuinely engages students across multiple subjects? Imagine a resource that sparks curiosity while building critical thinking, problem-solving, and empathy. Look no further than the Interdisciplinary National Parks Unit: PBL, STEM, SEL, Depth & Complexity! This robust, 5-week project-based learning unit transforms your classroom into an adventure, saving you valuable planning time while deeply enriching your students' educational journey. It seamles
3rd - 6th
Engineering, Other (Social Studies), Social Emotional Learning
STEM Challenge Bundle | 30 Hands-On Engineering Design Activities
Make STEM learning easy, engaging, and meaningful with this bundle of 30 hands-on STEM challenges. Ideal for students in grades 3-8, each printable activity gives students the opportunity to plan, build, test, and improve their ideas using simple materials and the engineering design process. Designed to promote creativity, critical thinking, problem-solving, and perseverance, these challenges help students make real-world connections while having fun. This bundle is perfect for STEM class, scien
3rd - 8th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, General Science
CCSS, NGSS
W.5.1b
, W.3.1b
, W.4.1b
+11
3D Printing Mini Bundle 10: Straw Topper, Shoe Tag, and Fidget Spinner Tinkercad
Looking for quick, engaging, and classroom-ready 3D printing projects that teach CAD design skills with real-world applications? This Tinkercad Mini Bundle includes three beginner-friendly 3D design lessons: Straw Topper, Shoe Tag, and Fidget Spinner—perfect for upper elementary and middle school students! These hands-on projects are designed to introduce students to CAD modeling in a fun and approachable way while giving them the freedom to personalize and creatively express themselves. What’
5th - 9th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Other (Science)
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, HS-ETS1-2
, 3-5-ETS1-3
+8
Aero Engineers Drone Engineering Lab and STREAM Program
AERO ENGINEERS is a mission-based Drone Engineering STREAM Program designed to introduce students in Grades 4–6 to aerospace engineering, flight operations, teamwork, problem solving, and the engineering design process through hands-on learning experiences. WE use EC300 Drones that are built with LEGO Technic Like pieces. These drones are very affordable (about $50.00). Students work in collaborative flight teams as they build, test, fly, analyze, redesign, and improve a series of classroom dro
4th - 6th
Engineering
Tinkercad 3D Printing Projects Bundle | 6 Beginner STEM Activities | Grades 5-9
Save 20% with this 6-project Tinkercad 3D printing bundle! Includes: Key Holder, Name Keychain, Pencil Topper, Desk Nameplate, Planter with Drainage Tray, and Custom Phone Stand. Each project includes teacher guides, rubrics, worksheets, and step-by-step instructions. Perfect for grades 5–9 STEM, makerspaces, and technology classes. What's Included in This Bundle:1. Key Holder / Hook Rack (2-day project)Design an animal-shaped key holderLearn design constraints (wall thickness, screw hole size)S
5th - 9th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Visual Arts
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-4
Minecraft STEM Challenges Critical Thinking Activities Think Outside the Box
Supercharge teamwork, creativity, and problem-solving with this Minecraft-themed STEM Competition perfect for grades 4–8! This high-interest resource blends STEM, critical thinking, collaboration, and creative fluency into a friendly classroom challenge your students will love. Designed for easy prep and maximum engagement, these activities deliver over 2 hours of hands-on, Minecraft-inspired tasks that get every learner involved. Students will build a model Minecraft Chest, analyze how
4th - 6th
Close Reading, Engineering, Informational Text
CCSS
L.4.5
, L.5.5
, L.6.5
+1
Rocket WebQuest: Interactive Research Adventure into the Science of Rockets
Launch your students into the world of rockets, space exploration, and aerospace engineering with this Rocket WebQuest. This is a fun and engaging digital research activity that’s perfect for upper elementary, middle school, or early high school STEM classes. Students will explore trusted online resources to answer guided questions tied to real-world rocket science and space history. What’s Included: Ready-to-use Rocket WebQuest Worksheet (editable Google Doc) Guided research questions coverin
4th - 12th, Higher Education
Basic Principles, Engineering, Physics
The Three Little Pigs Construction Theme Dramatic Play Stem Challenge Activities
The Three Little Pigs Construction Theme Dramatic Play Set is perfect for your next fairy tale unit, classroom transformation, project based learning activity, or STEM challenge. This 110-page set is packed with creative printables and dramatic play activities integrate science, dramatic play, and project-based learning (PBL) to inspire collaboration and critical thinking. Encourages Story Retelling: This construction theme dramatic play site invites children to act out scenes from The
PreK - 2nd
Classroom Community, Engineering, English Language Arts
CCSS, NGSS
SL.K.1b
, K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-1
STEM Engineering Mini Challenge Bundle – 14 Quick Activities | Grades K–8
Transform your classroom into a hands-on engineering lab with this STEM & STEAM Engineering Challenge Mega Bundle featuring 14 highly engaging, classroom-tested design challenges! This bundle is packed with low-prep, high-impact projects that build critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and real-world problem-solving skills using the Engineering Design Process. Perfect for STEM Labs, Science Classrooms, Makerspaces, PBL Units, After-School Programs, Sub Plans, and Summer STEM Camps,
K - 8th
Engineering, For All Subjects, Physics
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-PS2-2
, 3-5-ETS1-1
+1
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