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STEM Challenge Bundle | 30 Hands-On Engineering Design Activities
Make STEM learning easy, engaging, and meaningful with this bundle of 30 hands-on STEM challenges. Ideal for students in grades 3-8, each printable activity gives students the opportunity to plan, build, test, and improve their ideas using simple materials and the engineering design process. Designed to promote creativity, critical thinking, problem-solving, and perseverance, these challenges help students make real-world connections while having fun. This bundle is perfect for STEM class, scien
3rd - 8th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, General Science
CCSS, NGSS
W.5.1b
, W.3.1b
, W.4.1b
+11
MURDER MYSTERY MAFIA Escape Room | SEL & Logic, Critical Thinking Game
Murder Mystery Mafia: “Who Killed the Principal?” | Classroom Escape Room GameYour school principal has been murdered… and the killers are hiding among you! In this interactive murder mystery Mafia-style game, students take on secret roles— Murderers, Nurses, Detectives, and Townspeople—to figure out who’s guilty before it’s too late. With guided gameplay slides, suspenseful music, and a dramatic classroom storyline, this activity is perfect for logic, teamwork, and unforgettable engagement
3rd - 12th
Classroom Community, Criminal Justice - Law, Forensics
CCSS
MP1
, MP2
, MP3
+5
ULTIMATE Space Logic & Literacy Bundle | Quiet After Test Activities
The "Everything You Need" Solution for Testing Season!Are you worried about keeping your classroom silent and engaged after high-stakes testing? This Space-Themed Logic & Literacy Mega Bundle is a comprehensive, "no-prep" survival kit designed to keep 4th–8th grade students focused, quiet, and mentally stimulated. What’s Inside the Mega Bundle?1. Space Mystery Pixel Art (Nonograms)10 visual logic puzzles where students reveal hidden space images (rockets, astronauts, planets).Perfect for studen
4th - 8th
Astronomy, For All Subjects, Informational Text
CCSS, NGSS
L.4.4a
, L.4.6
, L.5.4a
+7
Science Detective: Cell Theory Escape Room & Organelle Mystery Puzzles
Turn your Life Science unit into a high-stakes mission! This Science Detective packet uses an immersive narrative to teach Cell Theory and Organelle functions. Students must solve technical 'Locks' and decode 'Missions' to stabilize the lab and complete the case. What’s Inside the Case File:Mission Briefing: A story-driven introduction that hooks students immediately.The Microscope Workshop: A code-breaking activity focusing on cell parts and history.Capsule Pod Mission: A logic-based review of
4th - 6th
Biology, General Science, Other (Science)
CCSS, NGSS
RI.4.1
, RI.5.1
, L.4.6
+8
Science Detective: Genetics & DNA Escape Room | Molecule Mystery Case File
Crack the code of life! This Science Detective mission turns Genetics and DNA into a high-stakes forensic investigation. Students must navigate the 'Family Tree Library' and decode 'Biological Locks' to stabilize the lab and complete the case. What’s Inside Case File #002:Mission Briefing: A story-driven introduction that sets the stage for the 'Code Breaker' operation.PHASE 1: THE ALLELE AUDIT (Genetics Terminology) Every investigation begins with the "language of the code." Before a student c
6th - 8th
Biology, Forensics, General Science
CCSS, NGSS
RST.6-8.4
, RST.6-8.7
, WHST.6-8.1
+4
Binary Code Worksheets with Facts to Decode - 4th 5th and 6th Grades
Have you taught your students binary code? Note: your answer - yes or no - is binary: a system where the units have only two possible values. However, most people associate binary code with the ones and zeros often used in computers. This resource includes secret codes that have messages that teach! Each 8 bit code represents an uppercase letter. The coded message can be cracked to reveal a fact about binary code (such as what is a "bit"?). There are 10 worksheets included, as well as answer ke
4th - 6th
Computer Science - Technology
CCSS
CCRA.L.2
, MP6
Balloon Car STEM Engineering Challenge
Hands-On Force & Motion Engineering Design Project | Differentiated STEM Notebook | NGSS + Florida BEST Aligned Looking for a high-engagement STEM activity that reaches ALL learners while saving you planning time? This Balloon Car Engineering Challenge allows students to design, build, test, and improve a balloon-powered car while learning real engineering concepts, force and motion, and problem-solving skills. This resource includes a complete student engineering notebook, teacher guide, dif
3rd - 8th
Physics, Robotics
CCSS, NGSS
3.MD.A.1
, 4.MD.A.1
, 5.MD.A.1
+28
Thanksgiving Enrichment Activities - Gifted & Talented ELA, Math & STEM Projects
Are you looking for some engaging fall enrichment activities for your gifted and talented students? Get ready for some Thanksgiving fun! Thanksgiving Word Ladders are perfect for anyone eager to boost their vocabulary while enjoying the fall season. These word ladders are an absolute blast! Think of them as your ladder to word mastery, starting from one word and climbing your way up, changing one letter at a time to reach a related word at the top! Catch a Turkey STEM Challenge is a captivating
3rd - 6th
Engineering, English Language Arts, Math
CCSS, NGSS
3.MD.C.5a
, 3.MD.C.5b
, 3.MD.C.7
+32
Mission Maze- Coding with Spheros
Mission Maze! Code your Sphero Robot through the maze using measurements, math, and block-based coding. Included: 2 Student Worksheet VersionsMaze ExampleMaterials Needed for Lesson - Sphero Robots (Any type) - Sphero Edu App - Pre-Built Maze (Taped on Tablecloths, Taped on Floor, 3D constructed Maze) - Rulers -Protractors (Not required, but helpful)
3rd - 8th
Applied Math, Computer Science - Technology, Measurement
CCSS, NGSS
3.MD.B.4
, 4.MD.A.1
, 4.MD.A.2
+13
End of Year Project: Solar Oven Investigation
This is the perfect end of the year project to keep your students engaged! Includes project guidelines and expectations, charts, graphic organizers, rubric and more!
4th - 6th
Engineering, Graphing, Other (Math)
CCSS, NGSS
5.MD.B.2
, MP1
, MP2
+7
Thanksgiving STEM Challenge: Design a Turkey Trap Engineering Activity
Engage your students with this fun Thanksgiving STEM Challenge! In the 'Design a Turkey Trap' Engineering Activity, students will develop problem-solving skills, creativity, and teamwork as they plan, build, and test their own unique turkey traps. Perfect for promoting critical thinking and hands-on learning, this activity aligns with STEM standards and is ideal for middle school and high school classrooms. Get your students excited about engineering with this holiday-themed project! Ignite
6th - 12th
Engineering
CCSS, NGSS
7.SP.A.2
, SL.6.1
, SL.6.4
+17
Santa’s Workshop Holiday Simulation: Real World Career Exploration & Team Build
Bring the holiday spirit to your classroom with this engaging Santa’s Workshop Simulation! Perfect for real-world career exploration, teamwork, and critical thinking, students take on roles like Toy Designer, Logistics Manager, and Customer Service Representative to plan, produce, and 'deliver' toys. Ideal for cross-curricular learning, this project-based activity builds essential skills in collaboration, communication, and problem-solving—all using common classroom supplies. Great for middle
6th - 12th
Engineering, Social Studies
CCSS
CCRA.W.4
, CCRA.SL.1
, CCRA.SL.4
+3
Reality Math
Show your middle school student what life is like in the real world. Get a job, shop for apartments and furnish it, plan a menu, create a budget and pay your taxes. Interactive, cooperative, real world. A total of 10 tasks to make students understand the challenges of living on their own, and how DIFFICULT it would be to enter the workforce without any post secondary training. This project could easily become an anchor activity for a semester or even a year. Enjoy a Friday fun day where stud
6th - 8th
Family Consumer Sciences, Math
CCSS
MP1
, MP2
, MP3
+2
Snowflake Reading Investigation and Art Activity
Have you ever noticed that MOST snowflakes have six sides? My students did too and wanted to investigate why. In this activity, you and your students will observe the same anchoring phenomenon as my students. As they watch snowflakes form, they will make observations in their observe, think and wonder chart. Then, they will read an informational passage about the reasoning behind why snowflakes form in this way. They will answer comprehension questions focused on content specific vocabulary and
4th - 6th
Math, Reading, Science
CCSS
4.G.A.3
, RI.4.1
, RI.4.3
+20
Also included in: Fourth Grade Mega Bundle of Resources
Math of the Cosmos: 10 Days of Wonder Bell Ringers for Middle School Math
🚀 Math of the Cosmos: 10 Days of Wonder Bell Ringers for Middle School MathLooking for engaging middle school math bell ringers, number talks, exit tickets, and classroom culture builders that spark curiosity and meaningful discussion? Math of the Cosmos is a FREE collection of 10 daily math warm-ups designed to help students see math beyond the textbook by connecting numbers to space, science, scale, and the real world. Each Cosmic Math Minute includes: ⭐ A fascinating math or science fac
4th - 12th
Applied Math, Astronomy, Earth Sciences
CCSS, NGSS
MP1
, MP2
, MP4
+4
Engineering Design Process
Use this aesthetically pleasing Engineering Design Process as a poster to hang or frame in your classroom - also includes a student interactive guide on how to use the process. Can be used over and over!
3rd - 12th
Engineering
CCSS
MP1
, MP2
, MP3
+4
Candy Corn STEM Challenge!
Just in time for Halloween and fall-themed activities! Here is a resource for you to get your students engaged with the STEAM process, working with partners, and thinking critically about their designs! Included in this resource is are detailed instructions with how to facilitate the activity, as well as an EDITABLE and NON-EDITABLE versions; the editable version is ready to print and go!
2nd - 7th
Math, Science
CCSS, NGSS
MP1
, MP2
, MP6
+3
Measurement Design Challenge Choice Board -- STEAM
This choice board expands student knowledge of measurement using the engineering design process. The resource includes a variety of challenges, accompanied by a rubric and a student recording document for your convenience. Ideal for: ExtensionEnrichmentSub plansHomework assignmentEnd-of-year projectsWe hope this resource will help support your students in their learning process. Thank you for downloading!
6th - 12th
Engineering, Math
CCSS, NGSS
6.G.A.1
, 7.G.A.1
, 7.G.A.2
+11
IB MYP Sciences Unit Planners for Year 3 of Green Ninja
Streamline your curriculum planning with expertly developed, ready-to-use unit planners by Green Ninja, designed to effortlessly integrate NGSS standards and IB frameworks. Our MYP unit planners are a part of the larger Green Ninja middle school science curriculum. Visit www.greenninja.org to learn more about our program. What’s in Our Planners?Unit Plans: Six detailed MYP Unit Plans for each grade covering a full year of instruction.Subject Grade Overview: Summary of MYP science units and key
8th
General Science, Science
CCSS, NGSS
8.G.A.1
, 8.EE.A.2
, 8.EE.A.3
+58
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