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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
Submarine Density Engineering Lab — Ballast Tank Design
This engineering challenge takes the complex physics of buoyancy and turns it into a hands-on mechanical system. By manipulating air volume with a syringe, students act as "ballast control officers," gaining a concrete understanding of how density dictates whether an object defies or succumbs to gravity in a fluid. Activity DescriptionBuild a Submarine is a premier STEM engineering lab that focuses on Archimedes' Principle and Density Control. Unlike static sink-or-float activities, this lab r
5th - 12th
Engineering, Physical Science, Physics
Also included in: Scientific Method and Measurement Skill Labs Bundle
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
NGSS MS-PS1-4 Hand Boiler Lab: Thermal Energy & Particle Motion
Product Description: Turn abstract energy concepts into a "magic" hands-on experience! In this 30-minute lab, students use hand boilers to witness how thermal energy transfer from their own skin causes a liquid to change state and increase pressure. This resource is specifically designed for 6th-grade students to meet the MS-PS1-4 performance expectation. By observing the liquid move in response to both warm hands and ice-cold hands, students develop a concrete model of how adding and removing
5th - 8th
General Science, Physics
NGSS
MS-PS1-4
, MS-PS1-5
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
Particle Motion Project-Based Assessment, MS-PS1-4
Particle Motion Project-Based Assessment (MS-PS1-4)Popcorn Balloon InvestigationLooking for an engaging, hands-on way to assess student understanding of particle motion and thermal energy? This project-based assessment uses the high-interest Popcorn Balloon Investigation to help students model and explain how adding thermal energy affects particle motion and causes matter to change. In this investigation, students must create a particle-level model to explain what is happening inside the ball
4th - 12th
General Science, Physical Science, Physics
NGSS
MS-PS1-4
Changes of State Lab — Liquid Duster, 3D Pen & Phase Transitions
This lesson takes the invisible energy shifts of thermodynamics and turns them into a high-pressure, tactile experience. By observing a liquid duster rapidly expand into a gas and using heat to reshape polymers with a 3D pen, students gain a deep understanding of how energy dictates the physical state of matter. Activity DescriptionThe Changes of State Exploration is an inquiry-based lab that focuses on phase transitions and the Kinetic Molecular Theory. The lab uses two high-interest tools:
5th - 10th
Chemistry, Physical Science, Physics
Also included in: States of Matter and Phase Changes Labs Bundle
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
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
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
STEM Theme Park Ride Project | Engineering & Physics Design Challenge w/ Rubric
Bring imagination, engineering, and science to life with the Theme Park Ride Project—a thrilling way to engage your students in STEM learning! In this hands-on challenge, students design and build their own theme park ride models using principles of force, motion, gravity, and energy. From storytelling and blueprinting to budgeting and building, this project sparks creativity while reinforcing academic concepts in a fun, collaborative way. Perfect for upper elementary and middle school students,
5th - 12th
Engineering, Physics, Robotics
Properties and Purpose
Another engaging activity from WonderGround Science! Students will study the features -- or properties -- of certain everyday items. Then, they will try to build a functional pencil using the random mix of supplies provided.
1st - 7th
Basic Principles, Physics
NGSS
2-PS1-1
, 2-PS1-2
, 2-PS1-3
+1
Egg Drop STEM Challenge – Printable Science & Engineering Activity | Worksheets
This Egg Drop STEM Challenge is a fun and ready-to-use printable activity that helps students explore concepts in engineering, force, energy, and design thinking — all while working collaboratively to save a fragile egg from a high fall! No editing needed – simply print and go! What Your Students Will Do: Work through the engineering design process Design and build an egg-protection device Learn about impact force, gravity, and shock absorption Test, record results, and reflect on their l
4th - 8th
General Science, Physical Science, Physics
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
Kinematics (Graphs of Motion): Reading Passages, Assessments
⚡ Bring Physics to Life! | Complete Learning & Activity Bundle✨ Boost student engagement and deepen understanding with this all-in-one Physics resource bundle! It combines rich, easy-to-read content with interactive assessments and creative activities — everything is classroom-ready, designed to make learning meaningful, hands-on, and fun! 🧠 What’s Included✎ 10 Detailed Reading Passages – Clear explanations of key Physics concepts that build comprehension and scientific understanding.
4th - 8th
Physics
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
Winter STEM Challenges • Low-Prep Engineering Project Inquiry-Based Activity
Looking for a hands-on winter STEM activity that is easy to prep, filled with student excitement, and uses simple, reusable materials? This Bundle is the perfect addition to your science block, engineering unit, makerspace, or holiday activities! 1. Elf Snowball Launcher 2. Toy Delivery Zip Line 3. Santa Crash Kit With just simple supplies every classroom has, students design, build, test, and improve their own device to solve a winter problem This activity encourages creativity, critical
3rd - 7th
Engineering, Physics
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
+6
Building Blocks Speed Lab: Heavy vs. Light Cars
Grade Levels: Kindergarten - 8th Grade Duration: 60 minutes Building Blocks Speed Lab: Heavy vs. Light Cars (Lesson Plan + Student Worksheet) Engage your students in a fun, hands-on investigation of motion, weight, and engineering design with this interactive STEM lesson! In this project, students design, build, and test Building Blocks cars to explore how weight affects the distance a car travels down a ramp. Through repeated trials, measurement, sketching, and data collection, students practic
K - 8th
Basic Principles, Measurement, Physics
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
+5
PINBALL MACHINE - STEM Project - Science - Simple Machines, Forces, Energy
The Pinball Physics STEM Challenge: Launch Into Action!Turn your classroom into an engineering lab with this highly engaging, hands-on STEM Design Challenge! Perfect for Grades 2–6, students will design, build, and test their own functional pinball machines using simple, accessible materials (like cardboard, clothespins, recyclable materials). This complete resource is your all-in-one kit for teaching core science concepts through play and problem-solving. What’s Included in This Complete STEM
2nd - 6th
Engineering, 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
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