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3D Winter Art: Q-Tip Snowflakes | STEAM Lesson on Radial Balance
This fun 1 day, low-prep ART lesson teaches radial balance and 6-sided symmetry through a hands-on building snowflake craft activity that includes visual guided Google Slides, along with a printable exit quiz. This Radial Balance Snowflake STEAM - ART lesson teaches students the principles of radial balance symmetry and 3D sculpture while integrating a fascinating science video about how crystals form in nature. Using only Q-tips, glue, and a dash of glitter, your students will create stunnin
2nd - 9th
Engineering, Environment, Visual Arts
Spring STEM | Build a Bird Nest
Motivate your students to think critically with this Spring STEM activity. Students will increase their science literacy as they learn about birds and their nesting habits. They will be amazed at how difficult the task of building a bird nest is as they try to build one of their own using objects they find in their backyard. Kick off this hands-on project with the book, "This is the NEST That ROBIN Built," by Denise Fleming. This sweet book has sequential steps showing how birds build t
3rd - 5th
Engineering, Science
Moon Crater STEM Challenge: Hands-On Team Design Activity for Elementary & MS
Can your team of astronauts work together to land a rover in the center of a crater on the Moon? This engaging STEM challenge is a fun way to incorporate the engineering design process into your classroom or afterschool program! Students use the engineering design process and explore the forces of motion to place a ball in a cup at the center of a 6 foot diameter circle without entering the circle. This challenge represents placing a NASA rover into the middle of the Apollo lunar crater for expl
4th - 9th, Adult Education
Astronomy, Engineering, Science
CCSS, NGSS
6.G.A.1
, 6.G.A.2
, 6.G.A.3
+16
Also included in: Space STEM Starter Challenges MEGA Bundle: Middle School
Thermal Energy Activities for Conductors and Insulators & STEAM Activities
Looking for an engaging way for your students to solidify and apply their knowledge of thermal energy, heat transfer, insulators, and conductors? Then it’s time for a hot cocoa party! In this exciting physical science STEAM activity, students are tasked with designing and building an insulated cup that will keep hot cocoa warm. The project supports Next Generation Science Standards, including the performance expectations MS-PS3-3 and MS-ETS1-1. Looking for more middle school STEM challenges? G
5th - 8th
Engineering, General Science, Physical Science
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-4
, MS-PS3-3
+1
Elephant and Piggie STEM Challenges | Storybook STEM Read Aloud Activities K–2
Elephant and Piggie STEM challenges with storybook STEM read-aloud activities for K–2. Students solve problems from the stories through hands-on STEM, building comprehension, critical thinking, and creativity.Engage your students with meaningful literacy and STEM integration using their favorite Piggie and Elephant books by Mo Willems. This resource blends read aloud STEM with engineering challenges so students move beyond listening to actively solving problems inspired by the story.Designed for
K - 2nd
Character Education, Engineering, Literature
CCSS, NGSS
RL.1.1
, RL.1.4
, RL.2.1
+3
Also included in: The Pigeon Has to Go to School STEM Challenges | Elephant & Piggie K–2
STEM Bins® Build & Write (JANUARY) - Winter STEM Activities: Digital + Printable
SAVE BIG WITH THE 10 MONTH BUILD AND WRITE GROWING BUNDLE!STEM Bins® Build and Write activities combine simple, interactive engineering tasks with engaging writing prompts for first through third grade. Each monthly set contains four seasonal building tasks, related video links, and three writing prompts per task. When combined with STEM Bins, Build and Write is perfect to incorporate into classroom literacy centers. The provided Google Slides and Seesaw versions for paperless or remote learn
1st - 3rd
Creative Writing, Engineering, English Language Arts
STEM Bins® Build & Write (OCTOBER) Halloween STEM Activities Printable + Digital
SAVE BIG WITH THE 10 MONTH BUILD AND WRITE GROWING BUNDLE!STEM Bins® Build and Write activities combine simple, interactive engineering tasks with engaging writing prompts for first through third grade. Each monthly set contains four seasonal building tasks, related video links, and three writing prompts per task. When combined with STEM Bins, Build and Write is perfect to incorporate into classroom literacy centers. The provided Google Slides and Seesaw versions for paperless or remote learn
1st - 3rd
Engineering, English Language Arts
Earth Day STEM Activities & Middle School STEM Renewable Energy Wind Energy Car
Are you looking for an engaging Earth Day STEM activities? Do you want to extend student learning about renewable energy and global warming? This wind-powered car STEM challenge is perfect for your STEM or Science classroom! Looking for more STEM Challenges? Click here to get activities for the whole year and SAVE!First, students will learn about global warming and wind energy as a renewable resource. Then they'll research methods for capturing wind energy. Next, they'll use the engineering de
5th - 8th
Engineering, Environment, General Science
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, 5-ESS3-1
, MS-ETS1-1
STEM Bins® Build & Write: End of Year May STEM Activities Digital + Printable
SAVE BIG WITH THE 10 MONTH BUILD AND WRITE GROWING BUNDLE!STEM Bins® Build and Write activities combine simple, interactive engineering tasks with engaging writing prompts for first through third grade. Each monthly set contains four seasonal building tasks, related video links, and three writing prompts per task. When combined with STEM Bins, Build and Write is perfect to incorporate into classroom literacy centers. The provided Google Slides and Seesaw versions for paperless or remote learn
1st - 3rd
Engineering, English Language Arts
February STEM Bins® Build & Write - Valentine's Day STEM Activities
SAVE BIG WITH THE 10 MONTH BUILD AND WRITE GROWING BUNDLE!STEM Bins® Build and Write activities combine simple, interactive engineering tasks with engaging writing prompts for first through third grade. This monthly set contains five seasonal building tasks, related video links, and three writing prompts per task. When combined with STEM Bins, Build and Write is perfect to incorporate into classroom literacy centers. The provided Google Slides and Seesaw versions for paperless or remote learn
1st - 3rd
Engineering, English Language Arts
STEM Bins® Build & Write (MARCH) - St. Patrick's Day STEM Activities
SAVE BIG WITH THE 10 MONTH BUILD AND WRITE GROWING BUNDLE!STEM Bins® Build and Write activities combine simple, interactive engineering tasks with engaging writing prompts for first through third grade. Each monthly set contains four seasonal building tasks, related video links, and three writing prompts per task. When combined with STEM Bins, Build and Write is perfect to incorporate into classroom literacy centers. The provided Google Slides and Seesaw versions for paperless or remote learn
1st - 3rd
Engineering, English Language Arts
STEM Bins® Build & Write - Christmas/Hanukkah/Kwanzaa STEM Activities
SAVE BIG WITH THE 10 MONTH BUILD AND WRITE BUNDLE!STEM Bins® Build and Write activities combine simple, interactive engineering tasks with engaging writing prompts for first through third grade. Each monthly set contains four seasonal building tasks, related video links, and three writing prompts per task. When combined with STEM Bins, Build and Write is perfect to incorporate into classroom literacy centers. The provided Google Slides and Seesaw versions for paperless or remote learning allo
1st - 3rd
Engineering, English Language Arts
Forces & Motion Independent Project: Design a Cardboard Tube Car
Are your students learning about forces and motion? This project is fun, engaging, and also challenging! This activity is perfect as an independent study project, distance or hybrid learning project or homework activity! For this project students will follow steps to learn about and then create their own cardboard tube race cars. They can use recyclables like a paper towel or toilet paper tube. Students will follow steps to Engage, Explore, Explain, Plan, Apply, Share and Reflect through the E
1st - 8th
Engineering, Physical Science, Science
Also included in: Forces and Motion Independent Projects BUNDLE
Christmas Gumdrop STEM Elf Day Activities Marshmallow & Toothpicks STEM Projects
Looking for a Christmas gumdrop STEM activity that feels meaningful—not just festive? This Elf Bridge STEM Challenge invites students to apply the engineering design process as they design and test a bridge strong enough to help an elf deliver presents Santa left behind. Perfect for elf day activities, December STEM lessons, or end-of-semester engagement, this challenge blends creativity, problem-solving, and real engineering thinking into a fun and structured experience your students will l
5th - 8th
Engineering, General Science
Famous African American Inventors Research Project: Black History Month Activity
Explore the lives of 27 famous African American inventors and their inventions. Four scaffolded research sheets control the depth of your project. Themed templates with photos make a great display or bulletin board. You can use the activities during Black History Month or anytime. Open the preview to take a closer look. Resources are included in a printable PDF and digital Easel Activities or Google Slides. This activity is scalable. If you're short on time, you can use less pages. Would you lik
4th - 6th
Engineering, Social Studies, Writing
CCSS
W.4.7
, W.4.8
, W.5.7
+3
Circuit Box STEM Project | Distance Learning | Project Based Learning | PBL
This project guides students through the engineering design process to design and build a circuit box. This is best done as a culminating activity after students have learned about series and/or parallel circuits. As long as students have the supplies needed, this can be done in class or at home in groups, pairs, or individually. IncludesTeacher guideStep by step student guide using the engineering design processPrintable student guideDigital student guide using Google SlidesVisual examplesGrad
3rd - 6th
Engineering, Physical Science
NGSS
4-PS3-4
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
+1
STEM Project Cardboard Arcade | Caine's Arcade Challenge
Newly updated, now includes digital and printable versions! This STEM project gives students the opportunity to create an arcade out of cardboard! It is a highly engaging activity that will take your students through the Engineering Design Process! It also incorporates optional math concepts such as computation, determining area/perimeter, and identifying/creating polygons. It is simple to use just print and the students can begin building using recycled materials. Be ready for your student
3rd - 5th
Engineering, Measurement
CCSS
3.MD.C.5
, 3.MD.C.7
, 3.MD.C.7b
+6
Also included in: Ultimate Growing Bundle of STEM Activities for Elementary Students
Easy STEM Activities Low Prep STEAM Project Stuffed Animal Day National STEM Day
How are you inspiring our next generation of scientists and engineers? Grab this exciting STEM challenge to teach your students about biomedical engineering! With minimal prep and materials your students will be engaged and having fun, while developing their STEM skills and learning about real-world STEM careers. Looking for more middle school STEM challenges? Grab the bundle and SAVE!In this middle school STEM challenge, students will use simple materials and the engineering design process to d
5th - 8th
Anatomy, Biology, Engineering
Marshmallow Toothpick STEM Challenge Earthquake STEM End of Year Earth Science
Looking for a high-impact earthquake STEM activity that’s hands-on, meaningful, and fun? This marshmallow toothpick STEM challenge encourages students to step into the shoes of structural engineers and explore how buildings can be designed to withstand powerful earthquakes. Looking for more STEM Challenges? Click here to get activities for the whole year and SAVE!In this engaging engineering challenge, students will build a model of an earthquake-proof building using only marshmallows and toot
4th - 7th
Earth Sciences, Engineering
Introduction to 3D Design on TinkerCAD
Introduction to 3D Designing on TinkerCAD for Elementary StudentsBring creativity, technology, and problem-solving into your classroom with this engaging Introduction to 3D Designing on TinkerCAD unit created specifically for elementary students! This beginner-friendly resource introduces students to the exciting world of 3D design and digital creation through easy-to-follow lesson and hands-on challenges. Perfect for STEM, Makerspace, technology, gifted education, enrichment, or classroom i
1st - 5th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, For All Subjects
Biomimicry Project | Nature Inspired Inventions Research | Grades 5th 6th 7th
In this engaging Biomimicry Science Inquiry Research project, students explore how scientists and engineers study nature to solve real-world problems. Through inquiry, research, and creative design, students discover how plants and animals inspire innovative inventions used in everyday life. The Project:Students answer a range of creative thinking starts related to biomimicry. Students develop questions to research about one example of biomimicry in detail (list provided).Students then share th
5th - 8th
Biology, Engineering, Other (ELA)
CCSS
WHST.6-8.1
, WHST.6-8.1b
, WHST.6-8.2b
+6
Also included in: Real World Research Projects Growing Bundle | Grades 5th 6th 7th 8th 9th
Paper Airplane Challenge STEM Paper Airplanes Contest Airplane Day Competition
Looking for a high-interest paper airplane STEM activity that brings real-world science and engineering into your classroom? This hands-on challenge is the perfect way to engage students in meaningful learning while strengthening their design, testing, and critical thinking skills. Looking for more STEM Challenges? Click here to get activities for the whole year and SAVE!Inspired by the use of drones to deliver life-saving medical supplies to remote areas, this challenge invites students to tak
4th - 7th
Engineering, General Science, Physical Science
Winter STEM Challenges | January Activities
January STEM Activities includes six different STEM Winter challenges that your students will love! Includes Print and Digital great for in class or distance learning!! Students plan, design, engineer, solve problems, and collect data as they are having fun during the winter season! Includes: ❄️Google Slides Link ❄️Teacher Page ❄️Activity 1: Students build bird feeders using recycled materials ❄️Activity 2: Students conduct a glove experiment based on color ❄️Activity 3: Students conduct a g
3rd - 5th
Engineering, Measurement
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Also included in: Yearlong STEM Activities Bundle |65+ Engineering Design Challenges
Plant STEM Activity – Life Cycle, Adaptations, Photosynthesis, Heredity Genetics
Looking for an engaging way to teach plant life cycles, plant parts, needs, adaptations, functions, cells, photosynthesis, and genetics? Perfect for grades 2–8, this challenge invites kids to design and build their own unique plant with never-before-seen adaptations while applying real science concepts. This Google Slides Plant STEM activity combines hands-on building with paperless student slides, making it easy to manage while keeping kids fully engaged. 🧠 The ChallengeKids work individuall
2nd - 8th
Engineering, General Science
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+6
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