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Garden - STEM / ELA Challenge Exploration
I developed the Thematic Challenge Explorations as a way to increase student ENGAGEMENT. Research highlights that students are more likely to be engaged when they are given an AUTHENTIC PURPOSE, REAL-WORLD applications and HANDS-ON experiences. The Thematic Challenge Explorations integrate Common Core Reading, Writing and Math standards. I wanted to create opportunities for teachers to provide memorable experiences that increase student ENGAGEMENT, while also connecting to the standards they
3rd - 5th
Engineering, English Language Arts, Science
Engineering Challenge: Social Distance Message
This video is an introductory engineering activity aimed at Elementary and Middle School Students. Students are guided through the Engineering Design Process for the following challenge: Can they safely send a message to their socially-distanced friend 6+ feet away? This activity is suitable for students in virtual or in-person learning settings. There is an accompanying video that briefly defines engineering, describes ten different engineering disciplines, and has a quiz for students to guess
2nd - 8th
Engineering, Math, Science
CCSS, NGSS
2.MD.A.1
, 2.MD.A.3
, 2.MD.A.4
+10
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How to use a Voltmeter
Are you planning an electricity design challenge? The voltmeter is a vital tool for the IMPROVE step of the Engineering Design Process and gives students a glimpse into specialized technology used by electrical technicians. Students can use a voltmeter to check continuity, test batteries, and measure resistance (ohms). Are you looking for a fun electricity design challenge lesson? This sample comes from the Kool Kat Science Electric Circuit Design Challenge. Give your students a solid underst
3rd - 6th
Engineering, Measurement, Physical Science
Elementary STEM Challenge: Marshmallow Catapult Energy & Motion Activity | 3-5
⭐ NGSS Aligned STEM Activity | Printable, Digital, & Fully Editable | Updated for 2026Engage your students with this high-interest engineering challenge where they explore elastic potential energy and projectile motion. In this hands-on lab, students design and build a catapult using popsicle sticks, rubber bands, and a bottle cap to launch a mini marshmallow as far as possible. It is the perfect addition to any Elementary Physical Science, Energy, or Forces and Motion unit. Designed specific
3rd - 5th
Engineering, Science
NGSS
3-PS2-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
+2
The Dot By Peter Reynolds Activities - Low Prep Dot Day STEM and STEAM
Get ready for International Dot Day with STEM and STEAM activities! This growth mindset read-aloud is sure to become one of your favorites. Warm-up the brain with dot and pixel art, and then dive into one (or all four) STEM challenges. These activities pair with the read aloud The Dot. Try these challenges and see where they take you! ✅ What You'll Get ✅ 2 warm-up activities to get the creativity flowing 4 STEM ActivitiesArt desk STEM activityEasel STEM activityPicture frame STEM activityPain
K - 3rd
Engineering
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
+3
FREE STEM Activity Rosie Revere Engineer Flying Machine Challenge
FREE STEM Challenge! Integrate STEM, Writing, and Literacy in your classroom!Engage students with a real world STEM activity where they learn about how engineering works. Students design, build, and test their own flying machine to glide Rosie down a zip line. NOW INCLUDES CANVA PRESENTATION SLIDES!The Engineering Design Process:In this STEM activity, students follow the six step Engineering Design Process: Ask, Imagine, Plan, Create, Experiment, Improve. Connect to a Read Aloud: Rosie Revere E
2nd - 4th
Engineering, Literature, Science
CCSS, NGSS
W.1.3
, W.2.3
, W.3.3
+7
Also included in: First Month of School STEM Lesson Plans BUNDLE
Minecraft-Inspired Paper Circuits eBook
In this eBook you’ll find full-color pages that are ready to be printed and assembled as well as black & white versions that you can add a coloring activity to in addition to the circuit building. The projects in this eBook can be made with conductive tape, a CR2032 battery, and either a 10mm LED or a vibrating motor. (You’ll need to supply your own paper, scissors, tape, and colored pencils, crayons, or markers.) Note: Pages should be printed double-sided. There are blank pages included to ac
4th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Art, Engineering, Science
3 Billy Goats Gruff STEAM project
The grumpy old troll won’t let the 3 Billy Goats Gruff cross his bridge. Help the Billy Goats avoid the troll and cross the stream by building a raft using straws and pipe cleaners. Supplies needed:pipe cleaners straws container to fill with water to test if they float
PreK - 2nd
Engineering, English Language Arts
Upcycling STEAM Challenge!
This hands-on upcycling STEAM Challenge is one that your students will absolutely love! Each student will get a toilet paper roll and transform it into something seasonal! In the examples above, students needed to transform it into something related to winter. You'll notice a Grinch, winter bunny, polar bear, snowman and Christmas tree! Students were so creative! Students will use the worksheet to plan their project. There's even a space for them to draw their design! Other than the toilet paper
2nd - 6th
Earth Sciences, Engineering, Science
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
, 4-ESS3-1
FREE STEM Activity | STEM Building Challenge | Camping Theme | Design a Tent
This is a FREE activity from our Camping STEM Activities! See the description of the full resource below: These Camping STEM Activities are a fun way to get students thinking creatively and working cooperatively. They would be great to use with a camping classroom transformation or an engaging camping-themed week of learning. These 6 STEM team building challenges will have your students challenged and thinking outside of the box. In this product you will find the following activities:Design
2nd - 4th
Engineering, Other (Science), Science
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
+3
Paper Airplane STEM challenge
Challenge students to build a paper airplane that can go at least go as far as possible. Building a Paper Airplane provides opportunities for investigation, team work, developing design skills and understanding the four forces of flight. .................................................................................................................................................................. Similar Resources: Parachute STEM challengePaper circuit activityAnemometer STEM challengeBalloon
3rd - 6th
Engineering, Science
Also included in: STEM BUNDLE (AIR based projects)
FREE End of the Year STEM Activities |Airplane Challenge | Teamwork Activities
This is a FREE paper airplane STEM challenge from our Spring STEM Activities! See the description of the full resource below: These spring STEM activities are a fun way to get students thinking creatively and working cooperatively. They are great, low-prep activities with only a few materials needed for each experiment. Students will love completing these spring themed challenges! In this product you will find the following activities: Bird Nest Challenge: Students will work to build a nest
2nd - 4th
Engineering, Other (Science)
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
+3
Balloon Car STEM Challenge: Engineering Design Process
Balloon Car STEM Challenge! Challenge students to build a balloon-powered car that can travel 5 feet! This STEM challenge will take your students through the engineering design process as they brainstorm, design, build, and test with a fun and engaging project. STEM challenges incorporate math and science concepts with creativity, innovation, and critical thinking. Students are provided with a Mission Sheet and a Student Handout that guides them through the engineering design process. Included
3rd - 9th
Engineering, Math
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
+4
Also included in: Year-Round STEM Activity Bundle (Elementary STEM)
A STEM Project: Float Your Boat
In this project students are given the challenge of working through the steps of the engineering design process to design a boat. This project incorporates STEM in the following way:
Science: buoyancy, displacement
Technology: applying the steps of the engineering design process
Engineering: naval architecture, creating & testing solution
Math: weight, measurement, counting
Students are presented with a background situation, challenge, design constraints/specifications, and the materials they
5th - 8th
Engineering, Science
S.T.E.M. - Christmas Project
A fun, engaging way to introduce a S.T.E.M. related project around the holidays! Enjoy!
Want to incorporate REAL S.T.E.M. into your classroom? You'll need....
S.T.E.M. Starter Kit
Hermione's Critical Thinking Time Telling Logic Puzzles
Hermione's Critical Thinking Logic Puzzles
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2nd - 6th
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