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Engineering Design Process Worksheets STEM Activities Career Exploration Project
STEM without the Engineering Design Process is like making a pizza without the crust. STEM challenges *need* a solid foundation to provide the best learning experience and growth opportunities for your students. The EDP is the foundational process that should be guiding ALL your STEM activities.If you are new to teaching STEM or the engineering design process, this resource has everything you need to understand the EDP and how to implement it with your students. If you a seasoned STEM educator,
2nd - 12th
Engineering
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-4
+4
Solve a Mystery Game Crime Scene Investigation Logic Puzzle Critical Thinking
Crack the Candy Conundrum with this hands-on CSI classroom activity! Perfect for grades 4–6, this engaging resource transforms your students into detectives as they analyze clues, evaluate witness statements, and piece together evidence to solve a mystery. Using logic, inference, and critical thinking, students will: Apply deductive reasoning to solve a candy-themed “crime” Gather and analyze evidence with step-by-step worksheets Strengthen reading comprehension and attention to detail Collabo
4th - 6th
Close Reading, Creative Writing, Forensics
CCSS
RL.6.1
, RI.4.1
, RI.4.3
+6
Spider Web: Engineering Challenge Project ~ Great STEM Activity!
Engineering Challenge:
How fast can your team build a realistic spider web using one container of dental floss?
Materials: (per group)
One container of dental floss
Scissors
Timer
Sheet of black paper (use as a work mat)
This packet contains all the information you need to make this a great engineering activity in your classroom! Lab sheets, student and teacher instructions, and challenge signs are all included! Using simple and cheap materials, you can engage your students in the engine
3rd - 7th
Science
Also included in: Personalized STEM Pack #19 - 10 Engineering Challenges
Gifted and Talented Activity - Design Your Own Tiny Home
★ ★ Gifted and Talented - Design Your Own Tiny Home★ ★
Students work to research and design a tiny home! They will follow a guided process of researching, brainstorming, planning, budgeting, designing, and communicating about their tiny home and new tiny home lifestyle plan! Designed for gifted and talented program, but also great for early finishers and high-interest enrichment!
Included in this Unit:
♦ 10 Page Workbook (10 pages)
About This Activity:
The unit is designed with a cover pa
4th - 8th
For All Subjects
Chess Club Reference Sheet Tips and Tricks Printable Handout
This Chess Tips handout is the perfect companion for any beginning chess player! Use this reference page to help guide students through the early stages of their chess development. Just print and pass out! Chess is a fun game for students of all ages. Studies have shown that playing chess improves reading, memory, problem-solving skills, and concentration. Playing chess teaches students planning, foresight, and utilizes both sides of the brain. This help sheet is extremely beneficial for any per
3rd - 12th, Adult Education
For All Subjects
Also included in: Chess Club Posters Reference Sheets Matching Game Log Mini Book Bundle
Peppermint Racers: Engineering Challenge Project ~ Great STEM Activity!
Engineering Challenge:
Using the materials provided, can you build the peppermint racer that travels the farthest distance down a ramp?
Materials: (per classroom)
Life Savers Peppermints
Craft (popsicle) Sticks
Coffee Stirrer Straws
Drinking Straws
Scissors and Tape
Index Cards
*Ramp for the testing of the racers and measuring tape.
This packet contains all the information you need to make this a great engineering activity in your classroom! Lab sheets, student and teacher instructions, and
2nd - 7th
Science
Also included in: Personalized STEM Challenges Pack #20 - Set of 10 Challenges
Fifth Grade Early Fast Finishers Activities Creative Thinking I'm Done Now What
90 Creative Thinking Printables for Fifth Grade Enrichment (Early Finishers / Fast Finishers)Need something to creatively challenge your gifted and talented students who finish early? Tired of hearing, "I'm done! Now what?" They will love the fun and variety of this "think outside the box" worksheet packet! Not only do students love the creative thinking activities, but it's NO PREP, contains student progress charts, a cover page, motivational certificates (color, low ink and b/w!) and has both
5th - 6th
For All Subjects
Editable Binder Covers Snoopy Charlie Brown The Peanuts Gang Inspired
editable binder covers
PreK - 7th, Not Specific
Gifted and Talented Unit - Time Travel Research and Design Project
★ ★ Gifted and Talented - Time Travel Research and Design Project★ ★The purpose of this unit is for students to investigate the philosophies of time and time travel. The students will apply this information to designing their own time travel vehicle and method.About This Unit:★Check it out!: This unit is included in the Gifted and Talented Upper Elementary Units Bundle at a discounted price! This middle-grades unit provides support for student to research philosophies of time and time travel
6th - 8th
Physics
Chess Club Posters Reference Sheets Matching Game Log Mini Book Bundle
This money-saving bundle is a collection of 6 different Chess resources to help you and your students learn the game of chess! Posters, game logs, tip sheets, matching, and lots more are included! Print once and use year after year. *********************************************************************************************** This product has over 40 pages of Chess resources! Included in this Chess bundle:- 10 different posters including the following: - Chess title poster - King - Queen - R
K - 6th
For All Subjects
College and Career Exploration Readiness Activities Research Project End of Year
This project will get your students thinking about their own future and researching colleges and careers they are considering! In the download, you will receive a PDF and the editable word document of the two-page project guidelines. Students are given details about the five components of the project, which include: Resume College Profile College Cost Analysis Career Profile Professional Interview The project is ready to go to save you time! Or you can edit it to fit your needs. Have you seen
8th - 12th
Market Day PBL: Upper Elementary Project, Create Your Own Business
****NOW EDITABLE IN CANVA!!!!! The Market Day project for elementary students is a hands-on experience where kids become entrepreneurs. They brainstorm and create a product, learn teamwork and basic economics, and explore advertising. The project culminates in a Market Day event where students set up booths to sell their products, applying math skills and engaging with customers. Afterward, they reflect on their experiences, celebrate successes, and gain valuable insights into teamwork and busi
3rd - 8th
Economics
Email Etiquette Lesson, Examples, Activity - How to Write an Email to a Teacher
This lesson will explain why email etiquette is essential in school and beyond, have students examine student emails, teaches the parts of the email with short games, and includes a student assignment, and assignment rubric for easy grading! This activity includes:-Email Etiquette Lesson -Short Parts of the Email Games -Example Student Emails to Analyze -Email Assignment -Email Assignment Rubric -Teacher's Guide -Google Slides and PDF viewing options.
6th - 9th
English Language Arts, Writing
CCSS
CCRA.W.4
, CCRA.W.6
Also included in: Writing Skills Bundle
Student Behavior Observation Checklist
Are you looking for a comprehensive Classroom Student Observation Checklist to assess student behavior in your educational setting? Look no further! My user-friendly checklist is a powerful in-house tool designed to support educators in evaluating student conduct, identifying needs, and making data-driven decisions. Key Features:Effortless Data Collection: As a teacher or RTI specialist, your time is precious. My checklist simplifies the observation process, allowing you to focus on what matters
PreK - 12th
IB Learner Profile Posters for PYP, MYP and DP
Display these posters in your PYP or MYP International Baccalaureate classroom to help convey the IB Learner Profiles.
Includes 10 posters, one for each IB Learner Profile Trait with photos and key words to support the learner profiles.
Inquirer
Knowledgeable
Thinker
Communicator
Principled
Open Minded
Caring
Risk Taker or Courageous
Balanced
Reflective
NOTE: Similar items to support IB can also be purchased in a bundle with many of my International Baccalaureate PYP products at a discounted
K - 12th
For All Subjects
Category Brainstorm! Fun Scattergories™ Type Game - Print & Google Digital
This is a set of 20 different Category Brainstorm (similar to Scattergories™) game cards. Each card is numbered for easy organization, containing four categories and spaces for four letters at the top. The letter spaces are blank so that a different game can be created each time. This activity is a fun way to practice fluent and flexible thinking skills. WHAT’S INCLUDED:✍️ PRINT:20 Category Brainstorm Game BoardsColorBlack & WhileBlank Category Brainstorm Game BoardColorBlack & WhiteWord Lists
2nd - 6th
Meet the teacher Snoopy Charlie Brown The Peanuts Gang Theme Inspired
editable
PreK - 12th, Not Specific
Gifted and Talented Activity - Field Trip Design Project
★ ★ Gifted and Talented - Field Trip Design Project★ ★
Students work to research and design a field trip of their choice. Designed for gifted and talented program, but also great for any class or subject, especially for beginning or end of the year of the year!
★Check it out!: This unit is included in the Gifted and Talented Upper Elementary Units Bundle at a discounted price!
Included in this Unit:
♦ Teacher Guide (2 pages)
♦ Student Field Trip Research and Design Workbook (13 page)
A
4th - 8th
For All Subjects
Daily Communication Log for Special Education Classroom **Editable**
This is the editable version of my daily communication log for special education. I add this into a folder each day to communication with parents of special needs children.
PreK - 12th
Gifted and Talented Activity - Postcard Creative Writing Project
★ ★ Gifted and Talented - Postcard "Getting to Know You" Project★ ★
Students work together use creative writing to communicate a "secret" travel location using a postcard. Peers will use questioning strategies to make an educated guess of the location. Designed for gifted and talented program, but also great for any class or subject, especially for beginning of the year!
About This Activity:
I developed this product as a first day of school activity for my gifted and talented students to g
3rd - 8th
For All Subjects
Bilateral Coordination MEGA Bundle | 60+ Pgs | OT Brain Break | Crossing Midline
Great activity to challenge your students to both sides of their brains at the same time! Can be used as posters for tracing or for handwriting practice as well. Great for the classroom, special education or your next therapy session. With 60+ pages of activities at a range of levels, this resource can be used again and again! It was created, used, and loved by an Occupational Therapist! ══ INCLUDED ══ • This digital download is a high-quality PDF file • A4 size (8.27 x 11.69 inches) • US Letter
PreK - 12th
After Testing Packet
Use this packet to give to "early finishers" as students finish testing. This packet is filled with SEL worksheets, coloring pages, puzzles and more. All sheets in this packet are focused on helping kids destress and relax after testing.
3rd - 12th
Paper Helicopters: Engineering Challenge Project ~ Great STEM Activity!
Engineering Challenge:
Can you make a working paper helicopter using the materials provided?
Materials: (per classroom)
Variety of paper (different colors, weights, and sizes)
Paper clips
Scissors
Rulers and/or measuring tape
Maple tree seed “propellers” (optional)
This packet contains all the information you need to make this a great engineering activity in your classroom! Lab sheets, student and teacher instructions, and challenge signs are all included! Using simple and cheap materials,
2nd - 7th
Science
Also included in: Personalized STEM Pack #21 - 10 Challenges
Intro to Cybersecurity Careers STEM Challenge (computer science project)
Each day over 2,000 cyber crimes are committed - learn what it takes to become a cybersecurity specialist and stop cyber criminals in their tracks! This Intro to Cybersecurity Careers STEM Challenge is a self-guided, self-paced distance learning career exploration mini course for teens to explore careers in cybersecurity through fun, hands-on, real world activities and projects. Delivered in interactive Google Slides and PDF formats including: 1. 10 Types of cyber attacks analysis2. Cybersecur
7th - 10th
Computer Science - Technology
NGSS
HS-PS4-2
, MS-PS4-3
Also included in: STEM Challenge Bundle: 28 STEM career exploration mini courses
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