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Boat Building STEM | Can You Build a Boat That Floats? | Floating For k - 3rd
⛵ Boat Building STEM | Can You Build a Boat That Floats? (Kindergarten–Grade 2)Dive into hands-on engineering with this exciting Boat Building STEM activity! Students explore why some objects float while others sink as they design, build, and test their own boats. This activity introduces the concept of floating and sinking, shown on page 2, where students compare materials like wood and plastic versus objects that sink, helping them build foundational understanding before designing their bo
PreK - 4th
Engineering, General Science, Other (Science)
Boat Float Challenge STEM – Build a Boat That Floats | Foil Boat For K - 2nd
⛵🌊 Boat Float Challenge STEM – Build a Boat That Floats (Kindergarten–Grade 2)Make STEM time exciting with this fun, hands-on Boat Float Challenge! In this engineering and science activity, students will design and build a boat that can float on water and hold weight. Students will follow the Engineering Design Process in a simple, kid-friendly way as they imagine, plan, build, test, and improve their boat design. This challenge is perfect for introducing floating and sinking while encoura
PreK - 3rd
Engineering, General Science, Writing
Balloon-Powered Boat STEM Activity | Float & Move Challenge For K–Grade 2
🚤 Balloon-Powered Boat STEM Activity | Float & Move Challenge (Kindergarten–Grade 2)Make science come alive with this exciting, hands-on Balloon-Powered Boat STEM activity! Students design, build, and test their own floating boats powered by air from a balloon while exploring how forces like air pressure create motion on water. In this engaging engineering challenge, learners become young scientists as they plan, build, test, measure, and improve their boats using simple classroom materials. ⭐
PreK - 3rd
Engineering, General Science, Writing
How to Survive as a Shark - FLOAT or SINK
Get this free activity to accompany the AWESOME book How to Survive as a Shark by Kristen Foote. All images created by Erica Salcedo are used with permission from The Innovation Press.
These are 2 great activities to teach and reinforce the concepts of floating and sinking. The first lesson discusses whether solid objects can float or sink and the second lesson discusses whether liquids can float on not. This ties in with the concept that the oil in a shark's liver gives it buoyancy so it
1st - 3rd
Engineering, Other (Math)
Sink or Float Montessori Buoyancy Card Sort
Engage your Children’s House class with these Sink & Float card sort can work well individually as well as an addition to other units and can be extended in various ways. Perfect for K (kindergarten), 1st (first) grade, 2nd (second) grade, and 3rd (third) grade. Originally developed for use in a Montessori classroom, but these are ideal for science centers with any K - 3rd grade students. These materials make an excellent springboard for further research. The materials can be used for 3 dif
K - 3rd
General Science, Physical Science, Science
Quick and Easy Salt Water Density Experiment: Sink or Float?
This quick and easy science experiment can be set up in a matter of minutes! Try it again and again with kids of all ages, young and old! The discussion that follows can be basic or more complex. (A discussion guide is provided) Everything you need to launch experiment writing in your classroom and hook your kids immediately! Get kids engaged and WRITING! (Or drawing - whatever works for your kids!) You will need:-Clear plastic cups -Water -Salt -Baking soda -Sugar -Small Grapes (Or small plasti
1st - 4th
General Science, Science
Quick and Easy Science Experiments: Floating Cork STEM Challenge-Surface Tension
Quick and easy science experiment to use with your students! Student will use water, a glass, and a cork to learn more about buoyancy, surface tension, cause and effect, and the process of experiment writing. This is very engaging for kids of most ages! It's up to you how in-depth you go with the science behind the experiment - a detailed explanation of how this experiment works is included! Everything you need to launch experiment writing in your classroom with simple and engaging experiments!
2nd - 5th
Engineering, Science
Penny Float - STEM Engineering Challenge
Are you looking for an engaging STEM challenge to do when teaching students about BUOYANCY with the SINKING and FLOATING of objects?Can your team float the highest number of individual pennies in a container of water using various items? Penny Float ChallengeMaterials Needed: (per team)- roll of pennies - assorted items like craft sticks, foam plates, cups, straws, foil - foam take-out container or bowl filled with water - masking tape and scissors STEM Challenges are a way to get your kids th
2nd - 6th
Engineering
Also included in: Engineering with Pennies STEM Challenges - Set of 5 Challenges
Density Experiment Sink or Float Experiment Worksheet & PPT Lab (Low Prep)
Density Sink or Float Lab Activity | Scientific Method STEM Experiment Looking for a high-engagement, low-prep density experiment your students will actually understand? This Sink or Float Density Lab Activity is a hands-on elementary science experiment that teaches density, buoyancy, properties of matter, and the scientific method using simple classroom materials. Perfect for NGSS-aligned science lessons, STEM activities, inquiry-based learning, and homeschool science.Students will investig
1st - 3rd
Chemistry, Physical Science, Science
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 5-PS1-3
+3
Foil Boat Building Summer Fun | Hands on Math and Science | STEM Activity
Fun end of year Science Challenge to explore sinking and floating. Foil Boat Building Activity! Sink or float? They'll love designing a blueprint, testing their boat with marbles or pennies. Kids love competing! Try this science activity this summer at camp!This product includes:*Resource suggestions *Materials needed *Steps in a Process *Aqua foil BLUEPRINT sheet *Aqua foil Boat Data sheet *Terms of Use *Credits page This is a great activity for:*Science observations *Scientific Method/ Process
K - 8th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Engineering, Measurement, Science
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Fruit Loop Cereal Boat - STEM Engineering Challenge
Are you looking for an engaging STEM challenge to do when teaching students about BUILDING FOIL BOATS to hold fruit loops cereal?Can you float the highest number of fruit loops on a foil boat? Fruit Loop Boat ChallengeMaterials Needed: (per individual)- fruit loops cereal - 3 inch x 3 inch piece of foil - foam take-out container or bowl filled with water STEM Challenges are a way to get your kids thinking and building at the same time! These challenges use minimal materials and can be used as a
2nd - 6th
Engineering
MAYA & AZTEC Civilizations Flipbook, Calendar, Chinampas Activity | Mesoamerica
Learn all about the two major ancient civilizations of Mesoamerica through info flip-books and hands on crafts. Students will learn major highlights of each civilization and how they have left their mark on the culture of Mexico and North America today. Make a working Maya calendar and floating gardens called chinampas, first invented by the Aztecs. Includes eight (8) pages of resources. *Resources also included in the MEXICO Activity Book.
1st - 6th
Ancient History, Science, Social Studies
Build a Planet Model – Density Test STEM | A Hands-On Space Science Experiment
🪐 Build a Planet Model – Density Test STEM A Hands-On Space Science Experiment for Kindergarten–Grade 2Make space science exciting with this fun 14-page STEM activity where students explore the concept of density by designing and testing their own planet models! In this hands-on experiment, students predict, build, and test whether their “planet” will float or sink in water, helping them understand how density affects objects. Students also learn basic space science concepts and discover
PreK - 4th
Engineering, General Science
Density Layers Experiment STEM | Stack Liquids Like a Scientist For K–Grade 2
Density Layers Experiment STEM | Stack Liquids Like a Scientist (Kindergarten–Grade 2)Make science colorful, hands-on, and exciting with this engaging Density Layers Experiment STEM activity! Students explore the concept of density by stacking different liquids and observing how they separate into layers. Through simple experiments and guided activities, learners discover why some liquids sink while others float, building a strong foundation in early science concepts in a fun and visual way.
PreK - 3rd
Engineering, General Science, Writing
Boat STEM Activity Low Prep End of the Year STEM Challenge Buoyancy Field Day
This STEM activity is PERFECT for the end of the year! Are you looking for a highly engaging but low-prep STEM activity that can be used with ANY grade? This is one of the best challenges to try. Students will be introduced to important science and math concepts like buoyancy and volume, while trying to craft a boat that floats! I love using this at the end of the school year but it can be used at any time. ✅ What You'll Get ✅ Challenge PosterDescription and teacher notesPhoto examples5 "Talk L
2nd - 8th
Engineering
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+6
Jellyfish STEM | Explore Jellyfish Adaptations and Ocean Survival For K-3rd
🌊🪼 Jellyfish STEM | Explore Jellyfish Adaptations and Ocean Survival (Kindergarten–Grade 3)Dive into the fascinating world of ocean life with this engaging Jellyfish STEM activity! Students explore how jellyfish survive and thrive in ocean environments while discovering unique body structures, life cycles, and amazing survival adaptations. This hands-on resource guides learners to investigate, design, build, observe, and explain jellyfish adaptations while creating their own jellyfish model
K - 9th
Biology, Marine Science, Other (Science)
STEM Engineering Bundle | Build, Test & Explore Motion (Kindergarten–Grade 2)
🚀 STEM Engineering Bundle | Build, Test & Explore Motion (Kindergarten–Grade 2) Bring science to life with this exciting collection of hands-on STEM challenges designed for young learners! This engaging bundle combines four fun engineering activities where students explore forces, motion, and design through building, testing, and improving their own creations. Perfect for curious minds, these activities turn your classroom into a space for discovery, creativity, and real-world problem-solving.
PreK - 4th
Engineering, General Science, Other (Science)
Engineering & Science STEM Bundle | Build, Test & Explore | Science For K–3rd
🚀 Engineering & Science STEM Mega Bundle | Build, Test & Explore (K–3)Bring hands-on learning to life with this exciting Engineering & Science STEM Mega Bundle! This collection of interactive challenges helps students explore key science concepts through building, testing, observing, and improving—just like real engineers and scientists. Designed for young learners, these activities encourage curiosity and problem-solving while keeping instructions open-ended so students can think, design, a
PreK - 4th
Engineering, General Science, Physics
Science + Literacy Centers | Preschool Kindergarten No Prep Worksheets
Make science and literacy learning fun with these engaging Science + Literacy Centers for preschool and kindergarten! This no-prep printable resource includes hands-on matching, sorting, labeling, and vocabulary activities designed for little learners. Students will explore early science topics while practicing reading, matching, fine motor skills, visual discrimination, and critical thinking. Perfect for centers, small groups, morning work, homeschool, early finishers, or science-themed literac
PreK - 3rd
Basic Principles, Earth Sciences, Graphic Arts
STEM Engineering Bundle | Build, Test & Solve Real-World Challenges For k-2nd
🚀 STEM Engineering Bundle | Build, Test & Solve Real-World Challenges (Kindergarten–Grade 2) Inspire creativity and problem-solving with this exciting collection of hands-on STEM engineering challenges! This bundle is designed to help young learners explore how things move, how structures work, and how engineers solve problems through designing, building, testing, and improving. Each activity encourages students to think like engineers while using simple materials to create meaningful, real-w
PreK - 4th
Engineering, General Science, Other (Science)
Science and STEM Apple Pack for 1st-3rd Grade
Are you searching for an engaging and educational resource to ignite the passion for STEM and Science in your first to third-grade students? Look no further! Our Science and STEM Apple Pack is designed to captivate young minds, fostering curiosity and critical thinking while making learning all about apple. Hands-On Experiments to get your class engaged and ready to learn science in an easy and engaging way!Aligned with Curriculum Standards:Life cycle of an appleApples and our five sensesApple
1st - 3rd
Engineering, Science
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
+4
3D and Flat Rainbow Cloud Craft | Weather Theme Fine Motor Activity
RAINBOW CLOUD CRAFT | 3D AND FLAT VERSIONS | FINE MOTOR AND COLOR MATCHING ACTIVITYLooking for a fun, low-prep rainbow craft that supports fine motor skills and color recognition? This Rainbow Cloud Craft is a perfect fit for your weather unit, colors theme, or fine motor center.This resource includes templates to make both a 3D rainbow and a flat version. Children will enjoy cutting, matching colors, gluing, and decorating their own colorful rainbow cloud. Great for preschool, Pre-K, and kind
PreK - 4th
Earth Sciences, Visual Arts, Vocabulary
Montessori Nomenclature Cards — Parts of the Flatworm (Platyhelminthes)
Flatworms are among the simplest animals on Earth, so flat they have no need for a circulatory system, absorbing nutrients and oxygen directly through their skin. This surprisingly complex simple creature makes a fascinating subject for elementary zoology study. These printable Montessori nomenclature cards introduce children to the parts of the Flatworm through a real photograph cover card and detailed scientific illustrations, paired with child-friendly descriptions. What's included:1 cover ca
1st - 5th
Anatomy, Biology, Science
Cards and Facts - "Wild Cats"
Perhaps the most popular pet on Earth, the family cat is a beloved member of countless households. But as familiar as the house cat is, not many people know it has 40 truly wild relatives, distinct species that include not only the iconic “king of the jungle,” the lion, and the world’s largest cat, the tiger, but also obscure felids like the flat-headed cat, fishing cat, and oncilla. Cat enthusiasts — and anyone who appreciates wildlife and the wonders of evolution — this cards especially for
PreK - 3rd
Basic Principles, Biology, Science
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