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Intro to Architecture STEM Challenge (distance learning, career exploration)
From giant skyscapers to green roofs, architects play a critical role in modern society. This Intro to Architecture STEM Career Exploration Challenge is a self-guided distance learning career exploration mini course for students to learn what architecture is, explore different careers in the field of architecture through online and inquiry-based activities, and practice skills needed to become an architect. Delivered in interactive GoogleSlides and PDF formats, including: 1. 'who are architects
6th - 10th
Art, Engineering
NGSS
MS-ETS1-1
Also included in: STEM Challenge Bundle: 28 STEM career exploration mini courses
Intro to Mechanical Engineering STEM Challenge (career exploration activity)
From toothbrushes to tractors, machines are everywhere! This Intro to Mechanical Engineering STEM Challenge is a self-guided distance learning career exploration mini course for teens to learn what mechanical engineering is, explore a career in mechanical engineering, test drive this engineering career through hands-on activities, and practice skills needed to succeed as a mechanical engineer. Delivered in interactive Google Slides and PDF formats including: 1. online mechanical career explorat
6th - 10th
Applied Math, Engineering
NGSS
MS-ETS1-4
Intro to Choreography STEM Challenge (career exploration, distance learning)
Make some moves towards a career in choreography! The Choreography STEM Challenge is a self-guided distance learning career exploration mini course for teenage students to explore the field of choreography, learn how this career connects with STEM, and practice the skills needed to succeed as a choreographer. Delivered in interactive PDF and GoogleSlides format, including: 1. online choreographer career exploration resources including virtual job shadow youtube video, and career information she
6th - 10th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Visual Arts
NGSS
MS-LS1-3
Also included in: STEM Challenge Bundle: 28 STEM career exploration mini courses
Intro to Fashion Design STEM Challenge (career exploration, distance learning)
Explore STEAM powered fashion and make your own creation in the Fashion Design STEM Challenge! In this self-guided distance learning career exploration mini course students will explore the field of fashion design and make connections to STEM through inquiry-based activities. Delivered in interactive GoogleSlides and PDF formats, including: 1. digital fashion designer career exploration resources including virtual job shadow YouTube video, career information sheet in English and Spanish, openso
6th - 10th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Visual Arts
NGSS
MS-ETS1-1
Also included in: STEM Challenge Bundle: 28 STEM career exploration mini courses
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
STEM Project: Bridge Building Challenge | Engineering, Forces & Structures PBL
Design, build, and test different types of bridges with this hands-on Building Bridges STEM project for Grades 5–8. Students explore beam bridges, arch bridges, suspension bridges, forces, tension, compression, and structural stability as they complete an engaging engineering design challenge with NGSS-aligned PBL activities. Students will investigate bridge types, load distribution, support systems, and structural stability while applying the engineering design process. Through planning, bui
5th - 8th
Engineering, General Science, Science
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-4
+5
Glow Day Science & Maze STEM 4 5 | Chemical Reactions & Light Energy Experiments
Create a memorable experience with glow stick science activities. Explore Light & chemical energy, chemiluminescence, fluorescence, and the speed of a chemical reaction with an engaging inquiry-based unit. Includes three engaging activities: Experiment, Exploration, and a Glowing Marble Maze STEM challenge at a 4th and 5th grade level. Inquiry-based learning at its best and perfect for matter and its interactions, a Glow Day, Halloween science, or an exciting end-of-year STEM challenge. This ha
4th - 7th
Chemistry, Engineering
NGSS
5-PS1-3
, 5-PS1-4
, 3-5-ETS1-3
+2
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
Middle School STEM Challenge Roller Coaster Energy & Motion Activity 6-8
⭐ NGSS Aligned STEM Lab | Printable, Digital, & Fully Editable | Updated for 2026Engage your students with this high-interest STEM Engineering activity challenge where they explore gravitational potential energy, kinetic energy, and the laws of motion. In this hands-on lab, students design and build a Marble Roller Coaster using foam pool noodles to achieve three consecutive successful runs. It is the perfect addition to any Middle School Physical Science, Forces and Motion, or Energy unit.
6th - 8th
Engineering, Physical Science, Science
NGSS
MS-PS3-2
, MS-PS2-2
, MS-ETS1-1
+2
Endothermic and Exothermic Reactions and 8th Grade Science Chemical Reactions
Now that your students have the basic concepts of endothermic and exothermic reactions, what should you do next? Imagine helping them solidify and apply their knowledge in an engaging way! In this exciting chemistry STEM challenge, students will demonstrate their understanding of chemical reactions by designing and building a cold pack to help the school nurse.This endothermic and exothermic project is designed for middle school physical science and STEM students. Students should have some bac
6th - 9th
Chemistry, Engineering, Physical Science
NGSS
MS-ETS1-1
, MS-PS1-6
Middle School STEM Challenge: Foil Boat Buoyancy & Density Activity | 6-8
⭐ NGSS Aligned STEM Lab | Printable, Digital, & Fully Editable | Updated for 2026Engage your students with this high-interest STEM Engineering activity challenge where they explore buoyancy, displacement, and balanced forces. In this hands-on lab, students design and build an Aluminum Foil Boat to test how much weight it can hold before sinking. It is the perfect addition to any Middle School Physical Science, Forces and Motion, or Properties of Matter unit. Designed specifically for 6th g
6th - 8th
Engineering, General Science
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-PS2-2
, MS-ETS1-1
+1
Mission To Mars -- PBL Space Exploration and Mars Colony Design
Mission To Mars -- PBL Mars Colony DesignBackground InformationIn Mission To Mars, students propose and design "fully functional" Mars colonies. I designed this project due to the real-world relevance today. Mars exploration is becoming increasingly closer to experiencing human footsteps. This Mars colony design project utilizes various roles and abilities of the students ranging from scientific research to creativity and design. Students are asked to do the following: 1. Brainstorm key vocabula
4th - 12th
Astronomy, Engineering, Science
CCSS, NGSS
SL.9-10.1
, SL.9-10.1b
, SL.9-10.1c
+6
Middle School STEM Challenge: Lava Lamp Density & Reactions Activity | 6-8
⭐ NGSS Aligned STEM Lab | Printable, Digital, & Fully Editable | Updated for 2026Engage your students with this high-interest STEM Engineering activity challenge where they explore density, solubility, and chemical reactions. In this hands-on lab, students build a Homemade Lava Lamp to observe how gas bubbles and liquid properties create movement. It is the perfect addition to any Middle School Physical Science, Chemistry, or Properties of Matter unit. Designed specifically for 6th grade,
6th - 8th
Engineering, General Science
NGSS
MS-PS2-2
, MS-PS1-2
Bees and Pollination Earth Day STEAM & Spring STEAM Activities for World Bee Day
Now that spring has sprung, the weather is getting warmer and keeping middle school students engaged is harder. Now imagine capturing your students' attention with awesome spring STEAM activities that feature bees and pollination. This resource is perfect for Earth Day STEAM activity and celebrating World Bee Day. Looking for more Spring STEAM Activities? Click here and SAVE!In this activity, students will learn about native pollinators. Then they are tasked with designing and building a home fo
5th - 8th
Engineering, Environment, Science
STEM Project: Archeology | Dig Sites, Carbon Dating & Ancient Artifacts PBL
Explore archaeology, excavation, carbon dating, and ancient artifacts with this Archaeology STEM project for Grades 5–8. This excavation challenge investigates dig sites, historical evidence, and scientific dating methods through a hands-on, NGSS-aligned PBL activity.Students will simulate archaeological digs, analyze artifacts, and apply carbon dating concepts to determine age and origin. Through excavation tasks, classification activities, and structured worksheets, learners develop skills in
5th - 8th
Engineering, Science, Social Studies
CCSS, NGSS
RI.5.4
, RI.5.8
, MS-ESS1-4
+2
Middle School Easter Activities Easter Egg STEM & Spring Easter STEAM Activities
Are you looking for the perfect spring STEM challenge to celebrate the season? Or how about an Easter STEM activity to keep your students engaged between celebrations and holiday weekends? Check out this exciting Easter STEM activity to keep your students interested. In this Easter egg drop challenge, students will learn that the Easter Bunny wants to deliver Easter eggs by drone this holiday season. Then they will use the engineering design process to design and build packaging that will keep a
5th - 8th
Engineering
Famous African American Inventors Flipbook Black History Month Project
Do you need a biography project about famous Black inventors and scientists? This makes a great Black History Month project. Students will research famous African American inventors with this flipbook project! You can use this as a STEM project! This scaffolded flip book is great for helping all students access grade level content! Students will research inventors like Sarah Boone, Garrett Morgan, Alexander Miles, Lewis Latimer, George Washington Carver, and more with this fun and engaging
5th - 8th
Engineering, U.S. History
CCSS, NGSS
WHST.6-8.7
, WHST.6-8.8
, WHST.9-10.7
+2
Intro to Engineering Career Exploration STEM Challenge (distance learning)
What is engineering? What does it take to be an engineer? The Engineering 101 Career Exploration Challenge is a self-guided distance learning career exploration mini course for students to learn what engineering is, explore careers in engineering, and practice engineering skills through hands-on activities. Delivered in interactive GoogleSlides and PDF formats, including: 1. 'what is engineering' video and reflection question 2. 'who are engineers' article and video series with reflection ques
6th - 10th
Engineering
CCSS, NGSS
RST.6-8.7
, MS-ETS1-3
Ancient Egypt Activities STEM Project Craft Pyramids STEM Challenge Canopic Jar
Ancient Egypt STEM & STEAM Challenges Cross-curricular challenges for students who are studying Ancient Civilizations and Ancient Egypt! This resource has science, technology, engineering, and measurement activities to do with your upper elementary kids that will really enhance their learning! There are 2 Egypt STEM Challenges in this pack. Each STEM Challenge has detailed directions, photo examples, a list of materials needed, prediction section, brainstorming section, trials 1, 2, & 3, fina
3rd - 6th
Ancient History, Engineering, Social Studies
Robot Hand STEM Project: Anatomy of a Hand Engineering Design Challenge
With only straws, string, tape, and paper, students create a movable hand to pick up objects! This STEM challenge guides students through learning about the anatomy of a human hand and how to design and build their own hand. Students will be amazed at the ability of their paper hand to pick up and move objects! Storyline: This challenge includes a Mission to Moon or Candy Grabber storyline to set the stage for the engineering design lesson. Instructional Video: The lesson comes with an instruc
4th - 9th
Biology, Engineering, General Science
CCSS, NGSS
6.RP.A.1
, 6.RP.A.2
, 6.RP.A.3
+5
Also included in: Mission to Moon: Year-Long Middle School STEM & Engineering Curriculum
Middle School STEM Challenge: Balloon Powered Car Newton's Laws Activity | 6-8
⭐ NGSS Aligned STEM Lab | Printable, Digital, & Fully Editable | Updated for 2026Engage your students with this high-interest STEM Engineering activity challenge where they explore forces, motion, and energy transfer. In this hands-on lab, students build a Balloon-Powered Car and see Newton’s Third Law of Motion in action. They explore how potential energy converts to kinetic energy to propel a vehicle across a distance. It is the perfect addition to any Middle School Physical Science, Forc
6th - 8th
Engineering, General Science, Physical Science
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-PS2-2
, MS-ETS1-1
+2
Middle School STEM Challenge: Index Card Bridge Engineering Activity | 6-8
⭐ NGSS Aligned STEM Lab | Printable, Digital, & Fully Editable | Updated for 2026Engage your students with this high-interest STEM Engineering activity challenge where they explore structural integrity, forces, and the physics of bridge design. In this hands-on lab, students design and build an Index Card Bridge to span "raging waters" and test the limits of load distribution. It is the perfect addition to any Middle School Physical Science, Forces and Motion, or Engineering unit. Designed
6th - 8th
Engineering, General Science, Physics
NGSS
MS-PS2-2
, MS-ETS1-1
, MS-ETS1-3
Camping STEM Challenge Unit | Engineering Design
🏕️ Camping STEM Challenge Unit | Engineering Design + Data & Graphing | NGSS Looking for a hands-on STEM unit that goes beyond simple build activities? This Camping STEM Challenge Unit guides students through the full Engineering Design Process as they design, test, and improve real-world solutions—while collecting and analyzing data. 📊 BUILT-IN DATA & GRAPHINGStudents don’t just build—they think like engineers. Collect and record data during testingAnalyze results and identify patternsCreat
3rd - 7th
Engineering, Science
CCSS, NGSS
MP5
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
+1
Also included in: STEM Challenges Entire Year includes Holiday STEM Activities
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
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