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Back to School STEM Activities + Read Alouds, Introducing STEM First Day Week
These STEM activities + Read Alouds are perfect for introducing STEM / STEAM and the Engineering Design Process to your students for Back to School at the beginning of the school year, or ANY time of year! Includes digital and printable interactive components, low prep STEM activities with read alouds, and STEM posters.8 STEM Activities + supplemental read alouds are designed to encourage students to think like inventors, promoting collaboration and creative, “outside the box” thinking. Each min
K - 5th
Engineering, Science
100th Day of School STEM Activities and Stations, 101st 102nd 103rd 120th
The following 8 easy prep 100th Day of School STEM stations and activities are perfect for incorporating engineering, team building, and collaboration into your classroom celebration!***101st Day of School, the 102nd Day of School, the 103rd Day of School, the 120th Day of School ,and a STEAM version are also included!These STEM activities are designed to be open-ended, encouraging as much creativity and exploration as possible. Simply add 100 of each building material to each bin or tray and le
PreK - 5th
Engineering, Science
The Wild Robot Activities STEM Challenges Novel Study Projects Science Math
Get ready for STEM activities with The Wild Robot by Peter Brown! In this set of challenges, students follow the adventures of Roz the robot on an island where she must adapt in order to survive. Along the way, Roz encounters many challenges which she must overcome. Your students will overcome the challenges right alongside Roz as they complete the STEM challenges that go along with this engaging read aloud. ✅ What You'll Get ✅ 3 Main STEM ChallengesCamouflage STEM Activity ChallengeShelter
3rd - 6th
Balanced Literacy, Engineering
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Winter STEM Activities Challenges Paper Snowflakes Engineering Science of Snow
BEST SELLER! Looking for an activity for back to school after winter break? This winter STEM activity has three main paper engineering challenges, plus warm up activities and multiple bonus challenges. Explore symmetry with Winter STEM Snowflake Challenges while engaging students with hands-on design inspired by the beauty of snowflakes! This is the perfect tie-in to the book Snowflake Bentley (about Wilson Bentley). Reinforce geometry and engineering skills while sneaking in some fine motor
3rd - 8th
Engineering
CCSS, NGSS
4.G.A.3
, MS-ETS1-2
, 3-5-ETS1-3
+5
Back to School STEM Activities First Day of School Team Building Icebreakers
Team building activities and ice breakers are the perfect first day of school STEM activities for elementary (including a fun cup stacking challenge )! Not only will your students instantly engage in these hands-on challenges, they will begin to build your classroom community. Your students will need to work in teams throughout the year, and the best way to set the foundation for that is with fun, engaging, and brain-stretching STEM challenges. What You'll Get ✅ This resource includes ice brea
2nd - 7th
Engineering
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Project Based Learning PBL Projects Bundle Math Writing 3rd 4th 5th Grade
Using Project Based Learning in your classroom is the perfect way to have your students incorporate reading, writing, math, critical thinking, and problem solving skills in a fun, real-life context. In these PBL units, students will complete a variety of rigorous and engaging real world tasks such as planning a camping trip, running an ice cream truck, planing a makeover of their classroom and more. Give your students choice! As they work through these PBL activities, they will have the opp
3rd - 6th
Math, Science, Writing
STEM Activities + Read Alouds GROWING BUNDLE - Picture Books & STEM Challenges
This discounted GROWING BUNDLE currently includes 51 Simple STEM Activities and Math Activities to supplement engaging read alouds! Each low prep STEM lesson is designed to encourage students to think like inventors, promoting collaboration and creative, “outside the box” thinking.Each mini-lesson pairs a read aloud or picture book with a low prep STEM / STEAM / Maker or Math Activity, either for students to complete independently, with partners, or with a small group.FALL EDITION (5 Books): A
K - 5th
Engineering, General Science, Geometry
Rainforest Project Based Learning PBL Habitats ELA Math Writing Activity
Using this Rainforest Project Based Learning in your classroom is the perfect way to have your students incorporate reading, writing, science, math, critical thinking, and problem solving skills in a fun, real-life context. In this PBL unit, your kids will love being SURVIVOR KID as they try to survive 5 days and nights in the rainforest! As they work to survive the rainforest, they will need to plan and budget, design a shelter, design a water filtration device, plan for animal and insect en
3rd - 6th
Geography, Science, Writing
Gifted and Talented Curriculum BUNDLE - Third, Fourth, and Fifth Grade
This BUNDLE contains both a printable packet version AND individual JPEG files for each document so that you can easily upload to Google Classroom. Since they are in JPEG format, students should be able to write on the documents in Google Classroom. Additionally, this bundle now includes a PARENT INSTRUCTIONS edition that you can easily pass on to parents when students are out of school. The instructions are easy to follow and allow parents to work with students just as you would in the classroo
3rd - 5th
Math, Science
Life-Size Human Body Anatomy Paper Models: 6 Body Systems
The printable life-size organs give the students opportunities to build models of how their own bodies look inside. The students can handle the printed organs, move them around and even try them on! This set includes the following life-size systems: respiratory, digestive, circulatory, urinary, nervous, and skeletal. If you are interested in the muscular, endocrine, immune, and reproductive systems, check the life-size model addon here. The printable organs are scaled so that their size would
PreK - 4th
Anatomy, Performing Arts, Science
Also included in: Human Body Anatomy for Kids: Basic Bundle
Rocks and Minerals Activity - (Rock Cycle, Types of Rocks, etc) Foldable Project
Rock your classroom and save a ton of time with these ready-to-go circlebook projects! Students will love creating circlebooks as they learn about rocks and minerals. 22 Mix-and-Match templates make it easy to customize the projects to meet your students' needs. The templates include plenty of writing space for students to respond to their research findings. Check out the PREVIEW for a movie of what the finished product looks like. Related Products from GravoisFareRocks and Minerals Circlebook:
2nd - 6th
Earth Sciences, Writing
Pixel Art Coding Activities | Unplugged Computer Science Technology Lessons
Bring computer science concepts to life with these highly engaging Pixel Art Coding Activities that teach programming without devices. Loved by hundreds of teachers, these unplugged computer science lessons help students explore coding logic, algorithms, and binary while creating colorful pixel art designs. Students quickly see how coding instructions turn into pictures, making abstract programming concepts easier to understand and incredibly fun to learn. These unplugged coding activities comb
3rd - 5th
Computer Science - Technology
Also included in: Intro to Coding and Computer Science Bundle of K-5 Activities and Decor
Science File Folder Bundle: Over 40 Activities for Special Education/ Homeschool
Looking for hands-on, low-prep science activities that are perfect for special education and homeschool settings? This Science File Folder Bundle is your go-to resource for engaging, differentiated science instruction! Designed specifically for students with special needs, this comprehensive bundle covers key concepts in life science, earth science, and physical science using interactive file folder activities that build independence and reinforce foundational skills. What’s Included in the Sc
1st - 4th
Science
STEM Activities + Read Alouds - Volume 2 - STEM Picture Books, Makerspace
These 5 Simple STEM activities supplement engaging read alouds and are designed to encourage students to think like inventors, promoting collaboration and creative, “outside the box” thinking.Each mini-lesson pairs a read aloud with a low prep STEM / STEAM / Maker Activity, either for students to complete independently or with a small group.INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING:5 Read Alouds + STEM / Maker Activities:Why Not? – “Mountain Mover” ActivityGoing Places – “Fold, Roll, Fly!” ActivityBeautiful Oops –
1st - 5th
Engineering, Science, Visual Arts
Halloween Science Activity Experiment Dissolving Candy Corn Worksheets STEM
This candy corn science experiment is perfect to engage students in a hands-on way in fall or for Halloween! Which liquids will dissolve candy corn? Try it and find out! This science experiment has been provided with differentiated and editable options so that you can use the experiment that works best for your students. There are two ways to do this experiment: find out which liquids will dissolve candy corn, or which dissolve candy corn the fastest. This requires students to record data from
K - 5th
Physical Science, Science
NGSS
2-PS1-2
STEM Challenges for use with LEGO® or Building Blocks:120 Task Cards/Journal
Hands-on activities with building blocks challenges for the win! Engage and motivate kids on the daily basis! Use for morning tubs, recess bins, STEAM/STEM time, and at-home or distance learning! Your students will be begging for more! Enjoy 120 engaging and motivating building blocks STEAM/STEM challenge task cards that promote critical thinking skills! There are 120 exciting challenges, each on their own card, in black and white for easy printing. Pick and choose the challenges you and your st
2nd - 5th
Engineering, Robotics
Types of Rocks Sorting Cards & Charts - Montessori Geology
Studying rocks and minerals encourages a love for nature, enhances observational skills, and introduces key concepts in earth science. To use the Types of Rocks Sorting, identify and classify rocks from the three major rock groups: igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic. Then, verify the classifications using the control charts. The following 18 rocks are included: andesite, basalt, gabbro, granite, obsidian, rhyolite, breccia, conglomerate, limestone, rock salt, sandstone, shale, gneiss, hornf
1st - 3rd
Earth Sciences, General Science
Fairy Tale STEM Mega Bundle
Do your students love STEM and fairy tales? This collection is for you! This pack includes 10 building and engineering projects based on a fairy tale themed problems. Students will build a parachute to help Jack escape the giant and construct a toothpick house for the Three Little Pigs. Eight other exciting and creative tasks! Pictures included!
Great for use in a STEM or gifted classroom.
For each activity, students will build or create a structure using everyday household or classroom items
3rd - 5th
Engineering, Science
Layers of the Ocean Biome Montessori 3 Part Cards Student Blackline Worksheets
Explore the depths of the ocean with this comprehensive and engaging Montessori printable set! This Layers of the Ocean 3-Part Cards and Sorting Activities bundle includes:* A beautifully illustrated poster and animal cards for sorting and matching, featuring watercolor images of marine creatures * Layers of the Ocean 3-part cards * Charts to help students understand the ocean's depth and habitat * Student booklets with cursive and print tracing options, as well as independent writing pages for
K - 3rd
Geography, Science
Also included in: Biomes of the World Bundle
Internal Organs of the Human Body Montessori 3 Part Cards
This learning material contains 9 internal organs of the human body in Montessori 3 part cards format. The digital image is high quality and isolated in white background. Definition cards for each part is included which can be assembled into a booklet. - 9 picture cards - 9 labels - 9 control cards - 9 definitions for booklet - activity sheets - title cards ✳️✳️ YOU MIGHT ALSO BE INTERESTED IN:Planets and Solar System 3 Part CardsHuman Body Systems 3 Part CardsConstellations 3 Part
PreK - 6th
Anatomy, Biology
How to Catch an Elf - Christmas STEAM STEM - Build an Elf Trap
This package includes directions, goals/targets, planning page and material list for the Build an Elf Trap STEAM lesson. The lesson connects to the story "How to Catch an Elf"If you are interested in the editable word version for $4.99 visit the following link: Build an Elf Trap *Editable Word Document* $4.99If you liked this STEM challenge, you may be interested our Christmas bundle, or some of our other Holiday lessons! Christmas 4 Lesson STEM Bundle a $8.00 Value for only $5.99 - Includes th
K - 6th
Engineering
Also included in: Christmas STEAM STEM Bundle
Thanksgiving STEM: Build a Table
Thanksgiving Table is a STEM building and engineering projects with a Thanksgiving theme. Students will construct a table using only paper and tape. This activity is designed to encourage critical thinking and scientific reasoning skills, as well as, problem solving and teamwork.
Want STEM for more holidays and seasons? This product is also part of
☞ ☞ ☞ ☞ Seasonal STEM Megabundle! ☜ ☜ ☜ ☜
Great for use in a STEM or gifted classroom!
It can be completed in one class period of an hour or les
3rd - 5th
Engineering
Also included in: Seasonal STEM Megabundle!
Birds and Their Nests (Information & Photographs) - Montessori Zoology
In the Montessori approach, studying animals and their homes aims to foster a deep respect for nature, develop empathy and responsibility, and promote scientific curiosity. Examine bird nests to understand how birds adapt to environments, protect offspring from predators and weather, and use materials to create secure microclimates. This set of Birds and Their Nests includes the following 10 types of bird nests: adherent, aquatic, burrow, cavity, cup, mound, pendent, platform, scrape, and no n
1st - 4th
Biology, General Science
Also included in: All About Birds Bundle - Montessori Zoology
Birds and Their Beaks (Animal Adaptations) - Montessori
Studying bird beaks reveals critical insights into evolution, ecology, and environmental adaptation, as their diverse shapes are finely tuned to specific diets, foraging behaviors, and habitats. The specific shape (e.g., hooked for tearing, long/slender for nectar, thick for seed-cracking) directly correlates to a bird's food source and ecological niche, reflecting millions of years of adaptation. This set includes 12 birds, each with a description of its beak and purpose. The birds are in a th
K - 3rd
Biology, General Science
Also included in: All About Birds Bundle - Montessori Zoology
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