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Sink or Float Science Lab
Bring science to life with this hands‑on Sink or Float Lab! Perfect for Pre‑K, Kindergarten, and 1st grade, this STEM mini‑unit helps young learners explore buoyancy through prediction, testing, and observation. Students test real objects in water, record results using kid‑friendly printables, and sort items into sink and float categories. This resource includes everything you need for a low‑prep, high‑engagement science lesson: prediction sheets, observation pages, sorting mats and vocabular
PreK - 1st
Basic Principles, General Science, Other (Science)
Also included in: Science Lab Bundle
Floating Dry Erase Ink STEM Lab Activity
Bring a little science magic into your classroom with the Floating Dry Erase Ink Lab—a simple, eye-catching experiment your students will love! This 2-page lab report is designed to guide students through the scientific method while exploring properties like hydrophobic materials and surface tension in a fun, hands-on way. 🧪 What’s Included: Page 1: Lab Setup & InvestigationStudent name/date sectionClear Objective explaining the purpose of the experimentEasy-to-follow Materials list (using
Not Specific
Basic Principles, General Science, Other (Science)
Root Beer Float- States of Matter
States of matter science activity centered around students making a root beer float
5th
Basic Principles, General Science
NGSS
5-PS1-4
Sink or Float Hypothesis Lab – Density Science Experiment & Prediction Practice
Turn your science lab into an interactive learning zone where students think like scientists!This hands-on Sink or Float Hypothesis Challenge helps students practice making predictions, testing hypotheses, collecting data, and drawing conclusions based on real-world observations. Using everyday objects and a container of water, students engage in a fun and memorable activity that deepens their understanding of density, buoyancy, and the scientific method. Perfect for grades 3–6, this ready-to
4th - 9th
Basic Principles, General Science, Other (Science)
CCSS, NGSS
RI.4.3
, RI.4.4
, RI.5.3
+11
Also included in: Exploring the Scientific Mind – Complete Intro to Science Bundle
Fizz and Float Lab
Engage your students in hands-on, inquiry-based science with this simple yet exciting lesson using Sprite and chocolate chips. Designed to spark curiosity and develop observation skills, this lesson allows students to witness a surprising reaction, mini chocolate chips dancing in soda as they explore basic physical science concepts like sinking, floating, and gas release. Aligned with TEKS standards, the activity encourages prediction, careful observation, and recording findings through a fun, a
Not Specific
Basic Principles
STEM Activity - Build a Boat that Floats
STEM Challenge – Build a Boat that Floats!Perfect for 3rd–6th Grade | Hands-On, Curriculum-Linked, High EngagementGet your students thinking like engineers with this fun and practical STEM challenge! In "Build a Boat that Floats", pupils use everyday materials to design, build, and test a boat that can float and carry weight. This resource encourages creativity, teamwork, critical thinking, and scientific investigation — all in one engaging lesson! ✅ What’s Included: Task Card – Perfect for
3rd - 6th
Basic Principles, Engineering, Physics
Also included in: BUNDLE: STEM Tasks
Fizz and Float Lab: What Did You See?
Students get to draw what they saw before and after the chocolate chips were added. This helps them visually see what happened in the lab in a fun and interactive manner.
Not Specific
Basic Principles
Also included in: Fizz and Float Lab
Word Match Relay for Fizz and Float Lab
This activity gets kids moving, thinking, and working together, making vocabulary learning fun and memorable. Acting out science terms helps reinforce understanding in a playful and meaningful way.
Not Specific
Basic Principles
Also included in: Fizz and Float Lab
Sink or Float Lab – Predict, Measure, and Analyze Density and Buoyancy in Water
Transform your science class into a real-world exploration of density and buoyancy with this interactive and engaging Will It Sink or Float? lab! In this hands-on activity, students predict, measure, calculate, and test a variety of objects to discover what determines whether something sinks or floats in water. Perfect for grades 4–8, this resource brings physical science concepts to life while reinforcing measurement skills, critical thinking, and the scientific method. Your students wil
4th - 9th
Basic Principles, General Science, Other (Science)
CCSS, NGSS
4.MD.A.1
, 4.MD.A.2
, 5.MD.A.1
+6
Also included in: Mastering SI Units & Scientific Measurement | Full Unit Bundle
Density Jar Lab Activity | Hands-On Science Experiment + CER Writing + Printable
This Density Jar Lab Activity is a complete, hands-on science lesson that moves students beyond simple “sink or float” thinking into real understanding of density, mass, and volume through investigation, writing, and analysis. Students don’t just watch a demo — they predict, test, observe, and explain using structured scientific reasoning. This resource includes everything you need to teach density from start to finish with zero prep stress and maximum engagement. WHAT’S INCLUDED Full 36-
3rd - 5th
Basic Principles, General Science, Physical Science
Build A Raft | Middle School | Easy Engineering project
Pocket Raft Rescue Challenge | Middle School STEM Engineering Design Project | Low-Prep NGSS & TEKS AlignedCan your students engineer a raft that can float, stay balanced, and carry a rescue load? In this hands-on STEM challenge, middle school students take on the role of emergency engineers to design and build a "Pocket Raft"—a lightweight, portable rescue craft that can hold toy figures and float without tipping. This engaging project guides students through the Engineering Design Process
6th - 8th
Basic Principles, Engineering, General Science
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-4
, MS-ETS1-1
+1
Surfs Up STEM: Design a Surfboard and Sell It
Ride the waves with this engaging STEM challenge that gets students thinking like engineers, designers, and marketers! In this hands-on activity, students design and build a surfboard that can float and survive “gnarly” waves. Then, they use Canva to create a persuasive advertisement to sell their innovative surfboard. This resource is perfect for upper elementary and middle school students and integrates science, engineering, problem-solving, and creativity in one fun project. Students wil
3rd - 8th
Basic Principles, Engineering
Science Experiment - Density Levels
In this fun experiment, students will learn about different levels of density through both liquids and solid objects. The activity provides a hands-on opportunity to explore how density affects whether objects sink, float, or remain suspended, helping students develop a deeper understanding of this important scientific concept.
PreK - 9th
Basic Principles, Other (Science), Physics
Apple STEM Experiment Pack
Apple STEM Experiment Packet includes experiment instructions, worksheets, labels and MORE! Experiments Include: Visual Examination, Weighing & Measuring Apple Size Sequencing How to Grow an Apple Tree from Seeds Apple Rotting “Jumping” Apple Seeds Sink or Float Apple Boats Apple Drop & Apple Rolling Building with Apples
PreK - 1st
Basic Principles, Earth Sciences, General Science
CCSS, NGSS
K.MD.A.1
, K.MD.A.2
, K.MD.B.3
+8
Peeps Science Experiment: Fun & Engaging Science Activities 1st 2nd 3rd 4h Grade
Bring science to life with these fun and engaging Peeps Science Experiments! Students investigate how marshmallow chick candies change when exposed to different conditions while practicing observation, prediction, and scientific thinking. This resource includes 7 exciting experiments that explore dissolving, floating, melting, color diffusion, and engineering challenges. Perfect for spring science lessons, Easter STEM activities, and inquiry-based learning.Students will love watching the Peep
1st - 4th
Basic Principles, Other (Science)
Astronaut Outer Space Craft Stem Activity 3D Science Project Bulletin Board Star
🚀 Astronaut Space Craft – 3D Paper Craft for Kids! 🌟🪐 Blast off into creativity with this fun and engaging Astronaut craft! Students will love building their own space scene featuring a bold black “night sky” circle filled with stars and a cheerful astronaut floating in space. This hands-on activity includes a unique 3D helmet detail and a fun paper spiral element, making the craft interactive, eye-catching, and perfect for classroom displays or space-themed units. It’s an exciting way to bri
Not Specific
Astronomy, Basic Principles, Visual Arts
Density Tower Experiment / Lab
🌈🧪 Density Tower Worksheet & Experiment 🧪🌈 Make science colorful, exciting, and unforgettable with this hands-on Density Tower Worksheet & Experiment! Students will love layering different liquids to create a stunning density tower while learning about mass, density, and why some liquids float while others sink. This engaging activity turns abstract science concepts into a fun visual experience students can actually see! Perfect for: ✨ STEM activities ✨ Science centers ✨ Homeschool lessons
Not Specific
Basic Principles, General Science, Physical Science
Also included in: Easy Science Experiments / Labs / Interactive
Science Grade 2~ COMMON CORE Aligned "Matter & Energy" ~ Ready-to-Go Lessons
🧪 Grade 2 Science Unit – Matter and Energy Properties of Liquids and Solids | NGSS Aligned | 10 Complete Lessons Looking for a complete Grade 2 science unit on matter and energy? This 10-lesson resource teaches students about solids, liquids, melting, freezing, mixtures, dissolving, floating and sinking, safety, and environmental responsibility, all aligned to NGSS Grade 2 Physical Science standards. This is NOT a worksheet packet — it is a structured, ready-to-teach unit with built-in inst
2nd
Basic Principles, Earth Sciences, Environment
Kitchen Chemistry STEM Labs for Kids | Printable Science Experiments Grades 1–5
Turn your kitchen into a hands-on science lab with exciting chemistry experiments kids will actually remember! This printable Kitchen Chemistry STEM Labs pack helps kids explore real-world chemistry concepts through simple household ingredients and low-prep, hands-on activities. Students will fizz, bubble, freeze, float, dissolve, grow crystals, test reactions, and investigate everyday science through engaging printable labs. Perfect for: elementary science STEM activities homeschool learning
1st - 5th
Basic Principles, Chemistry, General Science
Treasure Island STEM Challenge | Pirate Ship Design Activity | Engineering
Treasure Island STEM Challenge | Pirate Ship Design Activity | 3rd Grade Engineering ProjectBring the excitement of Treasure Island into your classroom with this hands-on STEM challenge that blends literature, engineering, and problem-solving! Perfect for 3rd grade, students will use the engineering design process to build a pirate ship that floats and holds as much "treasure" (pennies or washers) as possible. What’s Included:✅ Teacher Guide with setup tips, materials list, and step-by-st
2nd - 5th
Basic Principles, Reading, Writing
CCSS, NGSS
3.MD.B.3
, 3.MD.C.5
, 3.MD.C.6
+8
3D Moon Phase Craft Space Science Astronomy Project STEM Activity Bulletin Board
🚀 Moon Phases Craft – 3D Paper Moon for Kids! 🌙✨ Bring the beauty of the night sky into your classroom with this stunning Moon craft! Students will love creating a glowing crescent Moon set against a bold black “space” background, complete with twinkling stars and realistic crater details. This engaging hands-on activity features a clever 3D lift-up design that makes the Moon appear to float above the page. The textured crater pieces add depth and dimension, creating a truly eye-catching final
Not Specific
Astronomy, Basic Principles, Visual Arts
Pirate Learning Unit | Alphabet, Counting, STEM & Play-Based Activities
Set sail on a fun, hands-on pirate learning adventure! 🏴☠️ This Pirate Unit is perfect for preschool, pre-K, kindergarten, or early 1st grade. It includes literacy, math, fine motor, and simple science activities your kids can do with everyday materials. Use it for a themed week, centers, morning tubs, or a mini-unit. What’s Included:Pirate alphabet activitiesCounting mats + number/ABC coin gamesTreasure map letter huntPirate handwriting + tracing pagesSink or float scienceMagnetic vs. non-ma
PreK - 1st
Alphabet, Basic Principles, Numbers
Science Grade 2~ ONTARIO Aligned Strand C~"Matter & Energy"~ Ready-to-Go Lessons
Grade 2 Ontario Science – Strand C: Matter and EnergyProperties of Liquids and SolidsThis version is written specifically for TPT search visibility, buyer psychology, and conversion. 🧪 Grade 2 Ontario Science – Strand C: Matter and Energy Properties of Liquids and Solids | 10 Complete Lessons | 2022 Curriculum Aligned Looking for a complete Grade 2 Ontario Science unit for Strand C: Matter and Energy? This 10-lesson, fully developed unit teaches students about solids, liquids, melting, f
2nd
Basic Principles, Environment, Physical Science
Easy Elementary Science Projects Pack | 10 Low Prep STEM Experiments | Printable
Make science fun, simple, and hands-on with this Easy Elementary Science Projects Pack! This printable resource includes 10 one-page science project sheets designed for young learners using minimal suppliesyou likely already have at home or in the classroom. Perfect for homeschool families, teachers, STEM centers, substitute plans, rainy day learning, or independent projects. Each activity is easy to follow and encourages observation, prediction, and critical thinking. Included Projects ✔ Rai
K - 5th
Basic Principles, Chemistry, General Science
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