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Boat Float STEM Challenge – Buoyancy Engineering Design Activity | Grades K–8

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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

Also included in: STEM Engineering Mini Challenge Bundle – 14 Quick Activities | Grades K–8

Balloons Over Broadway Stem Challenge

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Ms. Henderson's Happy Classroom

This is a stem challenge for kids to create balloons for their own Macy's Day Parade and learn the history of the parade! Includes turn and talk questions for the book as well as a teacher guide for the lessons and a worksheet! You will need basic supplies - my class uses Paper Plates, Scratch Paper, Colored Paper, Cotton Balls, Straws, Glue, Staples, Tape, Markers or Crayons. You can include whatever materials you have - allow kids to be creative! That is the whole point!

K - 5th

Engineering, Reading, U.S. History

STEM Activities for 6 week ages 6-8 Camp Curriculum (worksheets/lesson plans)

Created by

Breanna Podmore

Looking for an engaging, low-prep, and developmentally appropriate STEM curriculum for your elementary learners? This 6-week STEM camp program is designed specifically for ages 6-8, combining exploration-based learning with real science and engineering practices. Each week features a themed mini-project that builds across 3 sessions (45 minutes each)—perfect for camps, elementary classrooms, or enrichment programs. 6 Complete Weekly STEM Units with Hands-On Activities - Scientific Inquiry - Brid

K - 2nd

Engineering, General Science, Physical Science