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Rube Goldberg Machine STEM Project | Engineering Design Process Challenge
Rube Goldberg Engineering Project | Full STEM Design ChallengeBring hands-on engineering, creativity, and problem solving into your classroom with this complete Rube Goldberg Engineering Project! In this engaging multi-week STEM challenge, students design, prototype, build, test, and refine a multi-step Rube Goldberg machine that completes a simple task through a complex chain reaction. Students apply the engineering design process, collaborate with teammates, document their work, and present th
7th - 12th
Engineering, Physics, Robotics
3D Post Processing Impact CER | Manufacturing | Case Study
📘 Full Length National Standard-Aligned DBQ CER Style Worksheet - Claim Evidence Reasoning | 3D Post Processing Impact Case Study Worksheet | Evidence-Based Reading Engage your students in high-level critical thinking and evidence-based analysis on the subject of Manufacturing & Industry 4.0, with this Full Length DBQ CER Style Worksheet. This resource is designed to help students analyze real-world topics, interpret informational texts, and support answers with evidence—all while staying
9th - 12th
Engineering, Reading, Robotics
Design Your Own Experiment: Solar Eclipse Project | Inquiry Learning Projects
Give students real ownership of the scientific process with this Inquiry Learning Experiment Design Project Prompt. Instead of following a step-by-step lab, students design their own experiment using classroom materials you already have. With structured thinking prompts (but plenty of creative freedom), students plan an investigation that demonstrates the skills they’ve been learning, then write and reflect on what happened, even if their results are messy or their experiment “fails.” This re
8th - 12th
Astronomy, Earth Sciences, Engineering
NGSS
MS-ESS1-4
, MS-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-3
+1
Gardening Project Middle school | Water Conservation Project
Give students real ownership of the scientific process with this Inquiry Learning Experiment Design Project Prompt. Instead of following a step-by-step lab, students design their own experiment using classroom materials you already have. With structured thinking prompts (but plenty of creative freedom), students plan an investigation that demonstrates the skills they’ve been learning, then write and reflect on what happened, even if their results are messy or their experiment “fails.” This re
6th - 9th
Earth Sciences, Engineering, Environment
NGSS
MS-ESS3-2
, MS-ESS3-1
, HS-ESS3-3
+8
Also included in: BUNDLE: Environmental Engineering Projects | Inquiry Learning | PBL
STEAM Journal | Engineering Design Notebook | Printable STEM Workbook | 2nd-8th
Give your students the power to think, plan, and problem-solve like real engineers! This comprehensive STEAM Journal provides everything they need to document the full engineering design process from brainstorming to testing to reflection. ✨ What’s Included (Full Product):✔ Full “All About Me as a Designer” intro pages ✔ 2 Complete Design Challenge Journals (titles, dates, structured prompts) ✔ See–Think–Wonder observation pages ✔ ASK pages — guiding questions, prior knowledge, and need-to-
2nd - 9th
Basic Operations, Creative Writing, Engineering
Irrigation System STEM Activity | Design a System to Water Plants Efficiently
💧 Irrigation System STEM Activity | Design a System to Water Plants Efficiently (Kindergarten–Grade 2)Bring real-world problem solving into your classroom with this hands-on Irrigation System STEM activity! Students explore how water moves and design their own system to deliver water efficiently to plants—just like real engineers and farmers. This engaging resource guides learners through the engineering design process as they plan, build, test, and improve a working irrigation system using si
1st - 9th
Earth Sciences, Engineering, Environment
Five ThinkForge Desktop Engineering Challenges Volume 3 - Energy/Motion (MS/HS)
ThinkForge™ Desktop Engineering Challenges are low-prep, classroom-ready engineering design challenges that engage students in hands-on problem solving using common materials and minimal space. Each challenge guides students through the engineering design process as they analyze a real-world problem, design and build a solution, test and redesign, and communicate results. Perfect for STEM, science, and physics classrooms (grades 6–12), these desktop-friendly challenges build critical thinking, c
6th - 12th
Basic Principles, Engineering, Physics
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, HS-ETS1-2
, HS-ETS1-3
+3
Sphero Mini Golf: Design, Build, and Code Your Own Course!
**Updated 05/03/23 with larger card size variation as well as full-sized slides for projection. This card set guides students through the process of creating a mini golf hole, with specific criteria and constraints to follow. Students will then use the Sphero Edu app to program their robot ball to navigate the course they've created. Along the way, they'll learn valuable coding and problem-solving skills. To complete this challenge, students will need butcher paper, construction paper or markers
3rd - 12th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering
Also included in: Sphero Bundle 2
Mars Colony STEM Project | 5-Day Engineering Challenge | Middle School PBL
🚀 Engage your students with a real-world STEM mission!In this 5-day Mars Colony STEM Project, students work in teams to design a sustainable colony on Mars while applying the engineering design process, solving real-world problems, and collaborating like true engineers. Perfect for end-of-year projects, after testing, or hands-on STEM units, this resource keeps students engaged, thinking, and creating! 🧠What Students Will DoResearch the environment of MarsIdentify real-world survival chall
5th - 9th
Astronomy, Engineering, Other (ELA)
Science Fair Project: A complete guide to completing a project. Science Inquiry
Whether you are wanting to enter your students in a science fair, or you desire to add completing a science project to your curriculum, use these documents to lead your students to success in the inquiry process. I created documents using over 30 years of experience in leading students to compete in science fairs. Included are an overview of how to do a science fair project, and seperate docuements for each step. Teacher pages and student pages are included.
4th - 9th
Basic Principles, Engineering, General Science
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-4
, MS-ETS1-1
+1
Earth Science STEM Bundle | Water Cycle, Weather & Climate, Desert Plants & Farm
🌍 Earth Science STEM Bundle | Water Cycle, Weather & Climate, Desert Plants & Sustainable Farming Transform your science lessons with this comprehensive Earth Science STEM Bundle! This engaging collection of hands-on projects helps students explore how Earth’s natural systems work while applying the engineering design process to real-world environmental challenges. Perfect for Grades 3–9, this bundle combines science, creativity, and problem-solving through meaningful, project-based learning
1st - 9th
Earth Sciences, Engineering, Environment
BRIDGES INDEPENDENT RESEARCH PROJECT Based Learning PBL Genius Hour Engineering
This easy-to-follow, NO PREP, FULLY-EDITABLE resource gives you everything you need to have your students do a BRIDGES INDEPENDENT RESEARCH PBL PROJECT! Simply print out or post the Student Directions, Student Answer Sheets, and Student Tracker and GO! Students will follow the Design Process/Creative Problem-Solving Cycle to Research, Brainstorm, Plan, Create, Share, and Evaluate to complete an independent project. Editable Word documents, PDFs, and fillable Google Slides are included so that y
4th - 12th
Engineering, English Language Arts
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.R.2
, CCRA.R.3
+23
CARDBOARD CREATION INDEPENDENT PROJECT Based Learning PBL Genius Hour Engineer
This easy-to-follow, NO PREP, FULLY-EDITABLE resource gives you everything you need to have your students do a CARDBOARD CREATION INDEPENDENT PBL PROJECT! Simply print out or post the Student Directions, Student Answer Sheets, and Student Tracker and GO! Students will follow the Design Process/Creative Problem-Solving Cycle to Research, Brainstorm, Plan, Create, Share, and Evaluate to create something out of cardboard! Editable Word documents, PDFs, and fillable Google Slides are included so th
3rd - 12th
Engineering, English Language Arts
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.R.2
, CCRA.R.3
+23
TINY HOUSE INDEPENDENT PROJECT Based Learning Research Genius Hour Engineering
This easy-to-follow, NO PREP, FULLY-EDITABLE resource gives you everything you need to have your students do a TINY HOUSE INDEPENDENT RESEARCH PBL PROJECT! Simply print out or post the Student Directions, Student Answer Sheets, and Student Tracker and GO! Students will follow the Design Process/Creative Problem-Solving Cycle to Research, Brainstorm, Plan, Create, Share, and Evaluate to design their own custom tiny house! Editable Word documents, PDFs, and fillable Google Slides are included so
4th - 12th
Engineering, For All Subjects
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.R.2
, CCRA.R.3
+23
Disaster Relief Shelter STEM Project | Engineering Design Challenge | PBL
🏗️ Disaster Relief Shelter Engineering Design Project (STEM / PBL) Bring real-world engineering into your classroom with this highly engaging, hands-on STEM project where students design, build, and test a disaster relief shelter! In this project, students become engineers working for a disaster response company as they solve real-world problems faced by humanitarian organizations. They will design shelters to withstand conditions like hurricanes, earthquakes, floods, and extreme cold, then
5th - 12th
Engineering
Sustainable Farming STEM Activity | Design a Farm That Protects the Environment
🌱 Sustainable Farming STEM Activity | Design a Farm That Protects the Environment (Kindergarten–Grade 2)Inspire young learners to think about the future of our planet with this engaging Sustainable Farming STEM activity! Students explore how farming can protect the environment while designing their own eco-friendly farm system using the engineering design process. This hands-on resource helps students understand sustainability, conservation, and real-world problem solving through creative plan
1st - 9th
Earth Sciences, Engineering, Environment
Natural Disasters (Storms) STEM | Investigate Powerful Weather Systems For k-3rd
🌪️⛈️ Natural Disasters (Storms) STEM | Investigate Powerful Weather Systems Help students become weather engineers with this engaging Natural Disasters STEM activity! Learners explore the science of powerful weather systems while investigating the impact of storms on communities and designing their own storm-resistant structures. This hands-on resource guides students through the engineering design process, from learning how storms form to testing and improving solutions that can reduce storm
K - 9th
Engineering, Environment, Other (Science)
Choosing Lists in Python Programming | Complete Coding Lesson
Teach your students everything they need to know before choosing and using Lists in Python programming. This is a beginner-friendly, ready-to-use lesson designed to clearly explain the key concepts and considerations learners must understand before deciding to use Lists as their preferred data type for storing and managing ordered collections in coding. It provides all the guidance needed to make the learning process smooth and effective, making it easy for teachers to teach and quick
8th - 12th, Higher Education
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Instructional Technology
Bioengineering Workbook Chapter | Engineering Design Challenges | Answer Keys
Introduce students to bioengineering through a 27-page printable workbook chapter with readings, diagrams, scenario-based activities, engineering design challenges, a Scientist Spotlight, chapter review, assessment, and teacher answer key. Students investigate prosthetics, medical devices, biomaterials, tissue engineering, artificial organs, clean water tools, sustainable growing systems, and biosensors while learning how engineers design with users and communities.Help students explore how biol
7th - 9th, Higher Education
Biology, Engineering
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-4
, MS-ETS1-1
+1
Engineering Design Unit | Design Your Own Chess Pieces | TinkerCAD | Makerspace
🧩 A ready-to-use IB MYP Design project where students research, model, and refine their own chess piece using 3D design, TinkerCAD, and the engineering design cycle!Transform your classroom into a design studio and strategy lab with this 10-lesson interactive chess unit! Whether you're teaching STEAM, design thinking, or looking for a unique cross-curricular project, this unit empowers students to learn the game of chess while applying the Engineering Design Process to create their own cust
5th - 9th
Engineering, General Science
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-4
, MS-ETS1-1
+1
ARCHITECTURE PROJECT BUNDLE Choice Board Independent Project PBL Genius Hour
30% OFF WITH THE BUNDLE...This easy-to-follow, NO PREP, FULLY-EDITABLE resource gives you everything you need to provide your students with an ARCHITECTURE INDEPENDENT PROJECT CHOICE BOARD! Students can complete projects using the provided Choice Board, or you can separate the activities so that you have 4 architecture/engineering units with this resource! Simply print out or post the Student Directions, Student Answer Sheets, and Student Tracker and GO! Students will follow the Design Process/
4th - 12th
Engineering
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.R.2
, CCRA.R.4
+17
Disney Imagineering Tower Design Challenge: STEM Engineering Project
Bring the magic of Disney into your classroom with this E ngaging STEM engineering design challenge! In this activity, students step into the role of Disney Imagineers and design a themed tower that looks like it belongs inside a Disney park. Students will explore how Disney creates immersive environments and apply those same ideas to their own engineering design. This challenge encourages students to combine engineering, creativity, storytelling, and design thinking. Two Versions: - Women
6th - 12th
Engineering
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