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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
Boat Float STEM Sprint – Ocean Buoyancy Engineering | Grade 2
In the Foil Boat Delivery Sprint, students become naval engineers as they design and build an aluminum foil boat capable of carrying the maximum possible cargo payload without sinking. Set inside the Ocean Explorers narrative theme, this focused 1-week sprint challenges Grade 2 students to investigate buoyancy, hull shape, and weight distribution — testing their design, recording load data, and making one evidence-based redesign before their final cargo test. What Students Will Do* Investigate
2nd
Engineering, General Science, Physics
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
+4
Boat Float STEM Challenge – Forces, Motion & Transport Engineering | Grades K–8
In the Boat-to-Shore Transport STEM Challenge, students become marine and mechanical engineers as they design a system that safely moves cargo or passengers from a floating boat to the shoreline without tipping, spilling, or sinking. This real-world engineering scenario blends buoyancy, stability, force and motion, and systems design as students solve a transportation challenge using only simple classroom materials. This engaging, low-prep STEM project is perfect for STEM labs, science class
K - 8th
Engineering, For All Subjects, 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
Whatever Floats Your Boat Engineering Challenge (STEM) (Depth & Complexity) (GT)
This "Whatever Floats Your Boat Engineering Challenge" is the perfect STEM lesson! Depth and Complexity icons are featured throughout the packet. This is such an easy print and go STEM activity! Students will adore the lovable characters as they navigate through the engineering lesson. Students will find the lesson engaging and just plain fun! You will need to supply your students with foil, or any materials you choose, to build a boat. I use a large plastic storage container, filled with water,
Not Specific
Engineering, For All Subjects, Other (Science)
THINKSgiving: STEM Parade Activity Grades 3-5
Build your students’ skills and background knowledge with these four themed activities that will take their thinking to new heights! Time: 15–20 minutes each Grade(s): 3–5 Subject area(s): Science, Technology, Engineering, Math Vocabulary: Variable (Science), Prototype (Engineering) Skills: CuriosityCollaborationCommunicationCreative ThinkingCritical ThinkingPerseveranceSelf-Direction
3rd - 5th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Graphic Arts
Float Your Boat STEM Challenge
Students will step into the shoes of marine engineers to design, build, and test a rescue boat that can carry the most weight using the least amount of materials. Using simple supplies and creative thinking, students will apply real-world science concepts like buoyancy, displacement, force, and balance to build a floating vessel that won’t sink under pressure! Through hands-on exploration, teamwork, and iteration, students will learn about Archimedes’ Principle, test their boats in water, ana
K - 12th
Engineering, General Science, Physical Science
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+13
How to Turn Strings and Floats into Integers in Python Programming and Coding
This Python programming and coding lesson teaches learners how to convert strings and float numbers into integers using Python’s built-in int() function. It explains when integer conversion is useful, provides real-world examples, and highlights common issues, such as invalid or improperly formatted inputs that can lead to errors. It provides all the guidance needed to make the learning process smooth and effective, making it easy for teachers to teach and quick for learners to learn. ≋≋≋
8th - 12th, Higher Education
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Instructional Technology
Also included in: Python Programming Complete Curriculum | 6-Week Coding Roadmap
When to Use the Float Data Type in Python | Complete Coding Lessons.
Teach your students when and why to use the Float data type in Python programming with this beginner-friendly, ready-to-teach lesson. This resource explores real-world scenarios where Floats are the best choice and highlights key features such as handling decimal numbers, performing precise calculations, and working with measurements, currency, and scientific data. It provides all the guidance needed to make the learning process smooth and effective, making it easy for teachers to teach a
8th - 12th, Higher Education
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Instructional Technology
Also included in: Python Programming Complete Curriculum | 6-Week Coding Roadmap
How to Convert Python Numbers and Strings into Float Data Type | Need Decimals?
This Python programming and coding lesson teaches learners how to convert integers and strings into float (decimal) data types using Python’s built-in float() function. It explains when float conversion is useful, provides real-world examples, and highlights common issues, such as invalid string inputs that may cause errors. It provides all the guidance needed to make the learning process smooth and effective, making it easy for teachers to teach and quick for learners to learn. ≋≋≋≋≋≋≋≋≋
6th - 12th, Higher Education
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Instructional Technology
Also included in: Python Programming Complete Curriculum | 6-Week Coding Roadmap
Foil Boat Building Summer Fun | Hands on Math and Science | STEM Activity
Fun end of year Science Challenge to explore sinking and floating. Foil Boat Building Activity! Sink or float? They'll love designing a blueprint, testing their boat with marbles or pennies. Kids love competing! Try this science activity this summer at camp!This product includes:*Resource suggestions *Materials needed *Steps in a Process *Aqua foil BLUEPRINT sheet *Aqua foil Boat Data sheet *Terms of Use *Credits page This is a great activity for:*Science observations *Scientific Method/ Process
K - 8th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Engineering, Measurement, Science
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
No Prep Sub Plans: Extreme Jobs — Oil Rig Worker (STEM Design Series)No Prep Sub
No Prep Sub Plans: Extreme Jobs — Oil Rig Worker (STEM Design Series) Bring real-world engineering into your classroom with this engaging Extreme Jobs STEM challenge! Students explore the dangerous and fascinating world of offshore oil rig workers while completing a hands-on engineering design challenge to build a floating offshore platform model that can survive wave testing. This lesson combines research, critical thinking, teamwork, engineering, and problem-solving into a highly engaging ac
5th - 8th
Engineering, Other (Social Studies)
STEM - Buoyant Builder
🚤 Boat Engineering Challenge 🚤 Get your students excited about STEM with this hands-on engineering challenge focused on buoyancy, water displacement, and problem-solving! Students become engineers as they design, build, test, and improve a boat that can hold the MOST pennies possible without sinking or leaking! This highly engaging STEM activity helps students explore: 🌊 Buoyancy & Floating ⚖️ Balance & Stability 🛠 Engineering Design 📊 Testing & Data Collection 🔁 Redesign & Improvement Stu
3rd - 8th
Engineering, General Science, Other (Science)
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-4
, MS-PS2-2
+3
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Practical Use Cases for Every Built-In Data Type | Coding Curriculum [ Bundle ]
Teach your students when to use each data type in Python programming and coding. This curriculum teaches the exact use cases for every built-in data type through clear, real-world examples. It replaces vague theory with practical application your students will actually remember. ≋≋≋≋≋≋≋≋≋≋≋≋≋≋≋≋≋≋≋≋≋≋≋≋≋≋≋≋ What You Get★ 16 Plug-and-Play Lessons ★ PowerPoint Slides ★ Printable PDF ≋≋≋≋≋≋≋≋≋≋≋≋≋≋≋≋≋≋≋≋≋≋≋≋≋≋≋≋ Covers❖ Integers ❖ Floats ❖ Strings ❖ Booleans ❖ Lists ❖ Tuples ❖ Sets ❖ Dictiona
8th - 12th, Higher Education
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Instructional Technology
Aluminum Foil Boat STEM Challenge | Buoyancy & Density Science Activity
Looking for a no-prep, high-engagement STEM activity? This Aluminum Foil Boat Challenge is a perfect way to introduce students to the concepts of buoyancy, density, and the engineering design process. Students will design, test, and learn as they attempt to build a boat that can hold the most weight without sinking. Resource Highlights:Clear Objective: Students must create a floating boat using a single $6~in \times 6~in$ sheet of aluminum foil.Scaffolded Student Worksheets: * Prediction & Pl
3rd - 6th
Engineering, Measurement, Physics
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
Makey Makey | Scratch | STEM Activity | Spring Scene
Makey Makey Spring Scene Activity is perfect for student led interdisciplinary learning. Encourage clear creative writing with the power of innovative engineering! Designed specifically for 5th to 8th grade students, this is a student led project where teachers should aid with building as needed, but allow students to work independently or in pairs.Overall Objective: The Overall objective is to allow creativity and critical thinking while students compose a winter scene and create a flat or 3D
5th - 8th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-1
, MS-ETS1-3
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
Rover Terrain STEM Sprint – Mobility Engineering Preview | Grade 5
In the Rover Terrain Preview Mobility Challenge flex sprint, students become ground mobility engineers as they design and test a wheeled rover payload system across an uneven terrain track — previewing the Mars rover integration challenges of Q2 with a focus on payload security and mobility efficiency. Set inside the STEAM Lab Design Academy narrative, this flex-week sprint applies the efficiency ratio thinking from Q1 to a new mobility engineering context. What Students Will Do* Build a simple
5th
Engineering, General Science, Physics
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 5-PS2-1
+1
Engineering STEM Stations – Medical Device Relay Championship | Grade 4
In the Medical Device Engineering Relay Championship flex sprint, students become multi-challenge engineers as they compete across four rapid-fire engineering stations — tower, bridge, platform, and paper airplane — closing out the Grade 4 STEAM year with energy, teamwork, and celebration. Set inside the Medical Device Engineers narrative, this flex-week stations format gives Grade 4 students a final day of hands-on engineering fun. What Students Will Do* Build the tallest freestanding tower fr
4th
Engineering, General Science, Physics
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Engineering STEM Stations – Ventures Relay Championship | Grade 5
In the Engineering Ventures Relay Championship flex sprint, students become multi-challenge engineers as they compete across five rapid-fire engineering stations — tower, bridge, platform, paper airplane, and an efficiency tiebreaker — closing out the Grade 5 STEAM year with energy, teamwork, and celebration. Set inside the Engineering Ventures narrative, this flex-week stations format adds an efficiency ratio tiebreaker connecting the Grade 5 engineering theme to the final competition.What Stud
5th
Engineering, For All Subjects, General Science
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Structural Engineering STEM Stations – Wildlife Team Challenge | Grade 3
In the Wildlife Engineering Relay Championship, students become multi-challenge engineers as they compete in four rapid-fire engineering sprints using index cards, tape, and straws — closing out the Grade 3 STEAM year with energy, teamwork, and celebration. Set inside the Wildlife Documentary Crew narrative theme, this flex-week championship runs four back-to-back challenges: tallest freestanding tower, widest bridge span, strongest platform, and paper airplane distance toss, with a running tal
3rd
Engineering, General Science, Physics
NGSS
3-PS2-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-PS2-3
+4
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