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Simple Machine Theme Park Project for Physical Science: STEAM 4th-12th
Tired of searching for a simple machine project that actually excites your students while covering real content? This creative simple machine project for grades 4 through 12 combines writing, art, and science into one engaging theme park activity that works perfectly for your simple machines unit as group work or individual assignments.📋 What's Included:Ready to print student project plans1 completion checklist for students1 grading rubric1 teacher instruction guide💛 Why You'll Love It: This r
4th - 12th
Creative Writing, Physical Science, Physics
NGSS
MS-ETS1-1
St. Patrick's Day STEM Activities Leprechaun Trap Stop Motion Unplugged Coding
STEM and STEAM activities for St. Patrick''s Day all in one place! Explore hands-on STEM activities with the engineering design process, digital STEAM activities like stop motion animation and digital brick builds, and unplugged coding and binary activities. If you teach STEM to multiple grades and are looking for plenty of options to try with students, these are the challenges for you. What You'll Get🍀 Hands-On STEM: Leprechaun Trap, Building Brick Challenges (LEGO) + STEM Challenges with Lar
2nd - 7th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Physics
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Rover Reveal STEM Sprint – Ground Mobility Engineering Preview | Grade 4
In the Rover Reveal Ground Challenge Preview, students become ground mobility engineers for the first time as they build and test a simple wheeled rover — previewing the Mars terrain engineering challenges coming in Q2. Set inside Mr. B Engineering Games, this flex-week sprint gives Grade 4 students a low-stakes first encounter with wheel design, terrain navigation, and mobility data collection. What Students Will Do* Build a simple wheeled rover from provided materials within a 10-minute build
4th
Engineering, General Science, Physics
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Earthquake Tower STEM Sprint – Structural Engineering | Grade 3
In the Earthquake-Resistant Signal Tower challenge, students become structural engineers designing a communication tower for a futuristic city built in an earthquake zone. Set inside the Future City Engineering narrative theme, this 3-week flagship unit immerses Grade 3 students in the real engineering challenge of balancing height and stability — planning a tower within material budget constraints, building and shake-testing it, using data to redesign, and presenting final results in a class a
3rd
Engineering, General Science, Physics
NGSS
3-PS2-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-PS2-3
+4
Speed, Distance, and Time Learning Menu – Motion Graphs Interactive Activities
Engage your students with this interactive learning menu all about speed, distance, time, and motion graphs! Designed for middle school science (grades 6–8), this resource combines creativity, problem-solving, and real-world application to help students master these essential concepts. This Google Slides assignment offers student choice through a variety of differentiated activities, allowing learners to demonstrate their understanding in multiple ways—perfect for stations, enrichment, early
5th - 8th
General Science, Physics
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
Parachute Recovery STEM Sprint – Mars Landing Engineering | Grade 4
In the Mars Recovery Parachute System flex sprint, students become Mars landing engineers as they design and test a parachute recovery system optimized for a simulated Martian atmospheric descent — building on everything they learned about drag and payload in Q1 but now applying it to a precision landing scenario with new constraints. Set inside the Mars Expedition Team narrative, this flex-week sprint gives Grade 4 students a fresh engineering context to apply parachute principles. What Studen
4th
Engineering, General Science, Physics
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Water Filtration STEM Sprint – Environmental Engineering | Grade 3
In the Water Filtration Conservation Sprint, students become Wildlife Documentary environmental engineers as they design a layered filtration system that cleans visibly dirty water for their field crew and the animals they study. Set inside the Wildlife Documentary Crew narrative theme and connected to UN SDG 14 (Life Below Water), this 2-week unit challenges Grade 3 students to think strategically about filter layer order, test their design, observe output clarity, and make one evidence-based
3rd
Engineering, General Science, Physics
NGSS
3-PS2-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-PS2-3
+4
Parachute Recovery STEM Sprint – Deep Space Engineering | Grade 5
In the Deep Space Parachute Recovery Engineering flex sprint, students become deep space recovery engineers as they design and test a parachute system optimized for maximum drag efficiency — calculating canopy surface area, measuring descent rate, and computing a drag efficiency ratio that mirrors the load-to-weight framework from Q1. Set inside the Deep Space Systems Division narrative, this flex-week sprint connects parachute physics to the efficiency ratio thinking Grade 5 students have been
5th
Engineering, General Science, Physics
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 5-PS2-1
+1
Bridge Building STEM Unit – Load-to-Weight Efficiency | Grade 5 | 3-Week
In the Structural Optimization Lab Load-to-Weight Efficiency Bridge unit, students become structural engineers as they design and build a spaghetti-and-string bridge optimized for the highest possible load-to-weight efficiency ratio — not just the strongest bridge, but the strongest bridge relative to how much it weighs. Set inside the STEAM Lab Design Academy narrative, this 3-week flagship unit introduces Grade 5 students to the engineering metric that professional structural engineers actual
5th
Engineering, General Science, Physics
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 5-PS2-1
+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
Tower Building STEM Sprint – Jungle Structural Engineering | Grade 2
In the Ranger Lookout Tower Build & Redesign unit, students become structural engineers as they design and build the tallest freestanding tower possible using constrained materials — then redesign it for greater height and stability. Set inside the Jungle Rangers narrative theme, this 2-week unit challenges Grade 2 students to investigate how base width, bracing, and material distribution affect a tower's height and stability, using data from their first build to make evidence-based improvement
2nd
Engineering, General Science, Physics
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
+4
Egg Drop STEM Workbook – Student Engineering Journal | Grades 3–5 Editable
This Editable Student Engineering Workbook is designed to support students as they plan, test, and improve their designs during the Egg Drop Engineering Challenge, while giving teachers flexibility to customize pages for their classroom. Created specifically for Grades 3–5, this resource includes the same student-facing structure as the PDF version, with the added benefit of editable text boxes for easy customization, differentiation, and reuse. This is a student-facing resource intended to
3rd - 5th
Engineering, General Science, Physics
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Mars Rover STEM Unit – Integration Mission Engineering | Grade 5 | 2-Week
In the Mars Rover Integration Mission, students become Mars systems integration engineers as they assemble a complete rover incorporating their CAD-designed wheel and suspension components, conduct full terrain course testing with a payload cup, and optimize the system for maximum performance across all three terrain zones. Set inside the Deep Space Systems Division narrative, this 2-week unit is the culminating build of the Q2 rover arc. What Students Will Do* Assemble the complete rover chass
5th
Engineering, General Science, Physics
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 5-PS2-1
+1
Bullseye Drop STEM Sprint – Accuracy vs Protection Engineering | Grade 4
In the Bullseye Drop Challenge, students become precision delivery engineers as they confront the core engineering tradeoff of their parachute unit — accuracy versus protection. Set inside Mr. B Engineering Games, this 1-week sprint challenges Grade 4 students to optimize their system for landing as close to the bullseye target as possible while keeping the payload intact. What Students Will Do* Review accuracy and survival data from previous drops and identify one variable to adjust * Modify t
4th
Engineering, General Science, Physics
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Egg Drop STEM Workbook Bundle – Engineering Journal | Grades 3–8 Editable
Need flexible, editable worksheets to support your Egg Drop engineering challenge? This bundle includes both upper elementary (3–5) and middle school (6–8) versions of the Student Engineering Workbook in fully editable format, allowing you to adapt language, expectations, and scaffolding to fit your classroom. Designed for teachers who want differentiation and customization without starting from scratch. What’s Included Grades 3–5 Editable Workbook Guided engineering planning pages Structured r
3rd - 8th
Engineering, General Science, Physics
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-4
, MS-ETS1-1
+1
Friction STEM Challenge – Tire Tread & Traction Engineering | Grades K–8
In the Terrain Tire Tread STEM Challenge, students become mechanical engineers as they design and test custom tire treads that improve traction across different surfaces. Using simple classroom materials, students explore how friction, surface area, texture, and material design affect the movement and performance of vehicles on challenging terrain—just like real engineers designing tires for rovers, race cars, and off-road vehicles. This hands-on, low-prep STEM challenge is perfect for STEM
K - 8th
Engineering, For All Subjects, Physics
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Shoe Design STEM Challenge – Impact Protection Engineering | Grades K–8
In the Shock Absorbing Shoes STEM Challenge, students become materials and mechanical engineers as they design and build a miniature shoe or sole system that absorbs shock and reduces impact forces. Using simple classroom materials, students will explore how engineers protect athletes, astronauts, and everyday users from high-impact forces. This high-engagement, low-prep STEM activity is perfect for STEM labs, science classrooms, engineering units, substitute plans, and makerspaces and works
K - 8th
Engineering, For All Subjects, Physics
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-PS2-2
, 3-5-ETS1-1
+1
Earthquake Shake Tower Challenge – Structural Engineering STEM Project
In the Earthquake Shake Test Tower STEM Challenge, students become civil and structural engineers as they design and build a tower that can withstand simulated earthquake forces without collapsing. Using simple classroom materials, students explore vibrations, structural stability, balance, and energy transfer while engaging in authentic problem-solving through the Engineering Design Process. This exciting, low-prep STEM challenge is ideal for STEM labs, science classrooms, engineering unit
K - 8th
Engineering, For All Subjects, Physics
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Tower Building STEM Challenge – Wind Resistance Engineering | Grades K–8
In the Windproof Tower STEM Challenge, students become civil and structural engineers as they design and construct a tower that can withstand strong winds without tipping or collapsing. Using simple classroom materials, students investigate wind forces, stability, center of mass, and structural reinforcement while engaging in authentic problem-solving through the Engineering Design Process. This high-engagement, low-prep STEM challenge is perfect for STEM labs, science classrooms, engineeri
K - 8th
Engineering, For All Subjects, Physics
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Mars Rover Traction STEM Unit – Wheel & Suspension | Grade 4 | 2-Week
In the Mars Terrain Wheel and Suspension Labs, students become Mars expedition mobility engineers as they systematically test wheel configurations and suspension designs across a three-zone terrain course modeled after Martian surface conditions. Set inside the Mars Expedition Team narrative, this 2-week unit challenges Grade 4 students to collect real traction and load data and use evidence to select the optimal configuration for their upcoming rover mission. What Students Will Do* Set up the
4th
Engineering, General Science, Physics
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Parachute Landing STEM Challenge – Precision & Air Resistance | Grades K–8
In the Precision Parachute Landing STEM Challenge, students become aerospace engineers as they design and build parachutes that must land as close as possible to a target while descending safely and accurately. This challenge blends physics, engineering, and problem-solving as students test how air resistance, drag, surface area, and weight affect flight and landing precision. This engaging, low-prep STEM activity is ideal for STEM labs, science classrooms, engineering units, makerspaces, an
K - 8th
Engineering, For All Subjects, Physics
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Water Rocket STEM Unit – Mars Launch Engineering | Grade 4 | 2-Week
In the Mars Launch Sequence Water Rocket unit, students become Mars expedition launch engineers as they design, build, and test a paper water rocket — investigating how fin configuration, nose cone shape, and launch angle affect flight distance and trajectory. Set inside the Mars Expedition Team narrative, this 2-week unit challenges Grade 4 students to collect controlled launch data, make one evidence-based redesign, and prepare their findings for a launch showcase. What Students Will Do* Buil
4th
Engineering, General Science, Physics
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Boat Float STEM Challenge – Buoyancy Engineering Design Activity | Grades K–8
In the Paper Lifeboat STEM Challenge, students become marine engineers as they design and build a lifeboat made entirely from paper and simple classroom materials that can safely float and carry passengers (cargo). This hands-on STEM challenge introduces students to buoyancy, displacement, stability, and structural design while using the Engineering Design Process to solve a real-world survival problem. This engaging, low-prep STEM activity is perfect for STEM labs, science classrooms, engi
K - 8th
Engineering, For All Subjects, Physics
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
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