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After Winter Break Activity – Winter STEM Sled Challenge (Science, Math, SEL)
Ease students back into learning after winter break with a high-interest winter STEM challenge that feels fun, collaborative, and purposeful. This hands-on after winter break activity invites kids to design, build, and test sleds while exploring force, motion, friction, and engineering design. It’s an ideal way to reset classroom routines, rebuild collaboration skills, and re-engage students after time away from school. Whether you’re planning back from winter break activities, snow day lesso
2nd - 8th
Engineering, General Science, Other (Math)
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+6
Daily Math Challenge
Updated 2/13/14
This 56 page digital file contains 50 math challenges with answer keys. These could be used as a warm-up or a problem of the day. I use them as a warm-up with my gifted class. It gets the kids thinking and problem solving. The math challenges include:
mental math
math analogies
mystery number
logic puzzles
find the order
shape puzzles
patterns
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3rd - 6th
Geometry, Math, Other (Math)
Friday Math - PAPER FOOTBALL - 3rd GATE through 6th Grade, 3 Levels of Challenge
In this lesson, we take goofing off to a new level. Imagine playing paper football as an assignment . . . this might take all the fun out of it forever!
This lesson is perfect for a Friday, for after a big test, for a test review, or as a center. It only takes about an hour and keeps kids engaged and thinking.
You will find three levels of challenge to meet the needs of a diverse group of learners make this set of lessons highly adaptable, and alignment to the Common Core Math Standards thre
3rd - 6th
Fractions, Other (Math)
CCSS
5.NBT.A.3
, 4.NF.B.4
, 6.SP.A.2
+6
Also included in: KID CREATED GAMES Standards-based STEM and Math Games Bundle
Summer STEM Challenge Activity - Pick and Pack Print and Digital Resource Bundle
This summer STEM challenge is the perfect end of year activity to keep your students engaged through the very last day of school! The basic premise:Individually or in partners, students will select items to pack for a road trip. In this 2-D simulation of a 3-D task, students arrange items with different point values into pre-defined car trunk spaces. They can’t have it all, though! They’ll use a criteria & constraints list to bring all of what they need and some of what they want, as they aim fo
2nd - 8th
Engineering, Other (Math)
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+7
Picture Code Logic Puzzles | PreK-K-1 Worksheets & Task Cards
Picture Code Logic Puzzles are no-prep visual reasoning activities designed for Pre-K, Kindergarten, and 1st Grade students. Students look at a simple code, match each picture to the correct shape, color, number, or letter, and complete the answer boxes. This resource is easy to prep, classroom-friendly, and great for building early logic, visual discrimination, and code matching skills. This paid bundle includes printable worksheets, answer keys, center task cards, recording sheets, teacher sup
PreK - 1st
Other (Math)
Intro to Cryptography: Secret Codes, Ciphers & Cryptogram Activity | GT Activity
Unlock the World of Secret Codes!Bring high‑engagement problem‑solving into your classroom with this complete Intro to Cryptography lesson pack. Students explore ciphers, codes, cryptograms, glyphs, and the fascinating science behind secret communication. Perfect for Gifted & Talented, STEM enrichment, logic units, and upper‑elementary extension. This resource breaks down complex ideas into clear, student‑friendly explanations and hands‑on activities. Students learn how to encrypt and decr
3rd - 6th
Other (Math), Other (Science), Visual Arts
4th Grade Fraction Challenge
This 32 slide PowerPoint is terrific for differentiation. It works well with a high math group or gifted/talented learners. There are 15 problems with 15 solution slides. It includes 2 constructed-response questions. It can be used on a Promethean board with the students answering on individual whiteboards or on notebook paper. It can also be print out as a center. The problem slides can be placed in one area for the students to solve and the solution slides can be placed in another location
4th
Fractions, Other (Math)
CCSS
4.NF.B.3a
, 4.NF.B.3c
, 4.NF.B.3d
Word Problem Breakout Challenge
🧠🎯 Fear Factor: Mr. Beast-Style Word Problem Breakout Challenge Get your class hyped for math review with this Mr. Beast-inspired breakout challenge featuring timed math rounds, movement-based twists, classroom currency (Beast Bucks), and mystery prize box buy-outs! Students work in teams (Green vs. Blue) to solve equations, explain their math thinking, and earn rewards through collaboration—not creepy food challenges! This resource is perfect for: ✨ Rock Your School transformations 💰 Ga
2nd
Basic Operations, Other (Math)
PBL | Mathitects: A Building Design Challenge for Geometry Review
In this 2D design challenge, students design and connect their own buildings to create a shared classroom city. They’ll use math skills like area and perimeter while thinking creatively about how communities come together and bring a neighborhood to life. Each student’s creation contributes to a shared “city,” promoting collaboration, creativity, and applied problem-solving. What’s Included: Digital Student Version Stencils to support cut and pasting of buildingsExtension Promotes to further
5th - 8th
Geometry, Measurement, Other (Math)
CCSS
6.G.A.1
, 6.G.A.4
, 7.G.A.2
200 No-Prep | Math | Graph & Data Challenges | K-12
Title: Math | 200 Graph & Data Challenges | K-12Product Description: ✅ Overview: Interpret and analyze with 200 graph and data prompts spanning bar graphs, line graphs, pie charts, and scatterplots. ✨ How It Can Be Used:📊 Graph interpretation practice📝 Exit tickets or quick quizzes📚 Data literacy warm-ups💻 Cross-curricular connections (science, social studies)🌟 Why Teachers & Students Love It:📈 Builds real-world data skills🎯 Supports test prep🧠 Pro
K - 12th, Higher Education
Algebra, Math Test Prep, Other (Math)
250 No-Prep | Math | Mental Math Challenges | K-12
Title: Math | 250 Mental Math Challenges | K-12Product Description: ✅ Overview: Sharpen computation and estimation with 250 fast mental math drills — perfect for warm-ups or math fluency practice. ✨ How It Can Be Used:🔢 Speed drill competitions🧠 Brain breaks in class🏆 Math centers or stations⏱️ Quick review activities🌟 Why Teachers & Students Love It:🚀 Builds speed and accuracy🏅 Low prep with high engagement📈 Helps with test prep & fluency📚 This L
K - 12th, Higher Education
Algebra, Math Test Prep, Other (Math)
200 No-Prep | Math | Critical Thinking Challenges | K-12
Title: Math | 200 Critical Thinking Challenges | K-12Product Description: ✅ Overview: Stretch students’ reasoning skills with 200 problem-solving prompts — from riddles to logic puzzles and multi-step challenges. ✨ How It Can Be Used:🧠 Brain teasers for warm-ups📝 Enrichment or early finisher tasks🏆 Math clubs and competitions📊 Cross-curricular problem solving🌟 Why Teachers & Students Love It:🔍 Fun, puzzling, and thought-provoking🎯 Encourages perseverance
K - 12th, Higher Education
Algebra, Math Test Prep, Other (Math)
TED Talk: Game Theory Challenge: Can you Predict Human Behavior?- Lucas Husted
Engage your students in the fascinating world of game theory with this 2/3 of the Average Guessing Game Companion Resource. Designed for high school and college classrooms, this resource includes: 20 critical discussion questions about rationality, strategy, and common knowledge An expanded essay prompt connecting Nash equilibrium and k-level reasoning to real-world scenarios A structured debate topic exploring whether human behavior is driven more by logic or psychologyPerfect for economics,
9th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Computer Science - Technology, Economics , Other (Math)
Area/Perimeter (3MDC5, 3MDC6,3MDD8,4MDA3) Math Challenge
This math challenge requires students to design a new business district for a downtown city. As they add dimensions to their businesses, they must calculate the area of each business and stay under a specified budget. They then must write a letter to the mayor of their city defending their business plan!
Note: This is specific for Hagerstown, MD, but please feel free to modify it for your town!
3rd - 5th
Geometry, Measurement, Other (Math)
CCSS
3.MD.C.5a
, 3.MD.C.6
, 3.MD.C.7
+4
1st Grade Challenge Problems
This 37 slide PowerPoint has 2 or 3 of each of the following types of problems: sequencing/ordinal numbers, time, make-a-ten, three addends, fact families, addition & subtraction riddles. This activity would be great for late in the school year or a high math group earlier in the year. The activity can be done whole group with students answering on whiteboards or printed out as center cards.
1st
Basic Operations, Other (Math)
CCSS
1.MD.B.3
, 1.OA.A.1
, 1.OA.A.2
+3
Math Competition Problems Vol. 1: Number Theory 15 Problems (Grades 6-8)
Challenge students with competition-style math problems designed to develop deep reasoning, strategic thinking, and persistence. This set of 15 non-routine number theory problems reflects the style and rigor of middle school math competitions such as AMC 8 and MathCounts, moving beyond basic practice to focus on structure, patterns, and mathematical insight. Problems are intentionally sequenced by difficulty and require students to think flexibly, justify their reasoning, and apply multiple s
6th - 8th
Math Test Prep, Numbers, Other (Math)
CCSS
6.NS.B.4
, MP1
, MP2
+1
Volume Extension Project (Set of 2)
Need a challenge for students who already understand the basics of volume. Use these 2 volume projects to help extend your student's learning! Students will be asked to problem-solve real life situations as they apply what they know about volume in new "out of the box" ways of thinking.
4th - 6th
Applied Math, Measurement, Other (Math)
CCSS
5.MD.C.4
, 5.MD.C.5
, 5.MD.C.5a
+2
CHANCE AND DATA TIC-TAC-TOE CHOICE BOARD
Students can choose and challenge themselves by completing activities from the Chance and Data tic-tac-toe board. This is a great resource to use with students who need extension or the freedom of choice within any unit of work that deals with Chance and Data problems.
2nd - 3rd
Math, Other (Math)
Kakurasu Puzzles Logic Grid Math Brain Teasers Printable 150 Logic Puzzle
Looking for a fun and challenging way to build logic, problem-solving, number sense, and critical thinking skills? This Kakurasu Puzzles Printable Workbook is a perfect no-prep resource for students who love math puzzles, logic games, brain teasers, and independent thinking activities. This printable resource includes 150 Kakurasu puzzles in a clean 4x4 grid format, making it ideal for beginners, early finishers, math centers, homeschool enrichment, morning work, sub plans, and gifted student ac
3rd - 6th
For All Subjects, Numbers, Other (Math)
The Candy Conundrum
The Candy Conundrum: A Critical Thinking Challenge Grades: 6–7 (Gifted & Advanced Learners) Time: 30 minutes Materials: Paper and pencil only Prep: None The Candy Conundrum is a high-engagement logic and reasoning activity that challenges students to divide a set amount of candy using multiple constraints. Students must analyze rules, make strategic decisions, and defend their reasoning—perfect for gifted learners who need more than a one-right-answer task. Students are given 90 pieces of candy
5th - 8th
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Other (Math)
CCSS
6.NS.B.3
, 7.NS.A.1
, 7.NS.A.2
+1
1st Grade Critical Thinking How to Solve Logic Puzzles Brain Teaser Practice GT
If you are looking for a challenging activity for your bright young student, but do not know how to get them started, here is exactly what you need. Inside this zip file is a Powerpoint that teaches students how to solve a matrix logic problem and a colorful booklet for you to print out the problems. This is made for young kids who have never done logic before. It breaks the steps down to simplify the process with multiple examples. Inside you'll find:PowerPoint with Step by Step Teaching Instr
K - 2nd
Other (Math)
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
pi day Word sudoku math warm-ups critical thinking activity 8th 9th 10th 11th
pi day holiday, easy, medium, hard/challenging level - Word sudoku logic puzzle, Sub plans, Classroom Icebreaker, Brain breaks Games, no prep, low prep Worksheet activities. Designed for students in 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th grades, upper elementary, middle school, or high school, early finishers, middle schoolers, high schoolers, Gate, gifted and talented, secondary school, homeschool, Kid Education, Junior high school ! MATH WARM-UP AND LITERACY PUZZLE. MATH CHALLENGES
4th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Math Test Prep, Other (Math), Phonics & Phonological Awareness
Problem of the Month - Cooking with Ratios
Problem of the Month: Through fun, quirky, challenging word problems, students will apply their knowledge of ratios, unit rates, and decimal operations. Students will tackle a series of problems with increasing difficulty. The level A problems involve calculating the price of items at a grocery store, and the level E problems involve finding the total cost of entire recipes based on bulk prices of the individual ingredients. This is designed for middle schoolers - sixth graders will be able to e
6th - 9th
Decimals, Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
6.NS.B.3
, 7.NS.A.2
, 7.NS.A.3
+5
Also included in: Problem of the Month Bundle
Problem of the Month - Petting Zoo Geometry
Problem of the Month: Through fun, quirky, challenging word problems, students will apply their knowledge of perimeter and area to help set up a petting zoo. Students will tackle a series of problems with increasing difficulty. The level A problems involve calculating area and perimeter of common shapes, and the level E problems involve maximizing area of a compound figure with constraints. This is designed for middle schoolers - sixth graders will be able to engage with the problems, and even e
6th - 9th
Geometry, Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
6.G.A.1
, 7.G.B.6
Also included in: Problem of the Month Bundle
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