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Thinking Cap Growth Mindset STEM Project
This resource is aimed at those studying growth mindset, metacognition, or classrooms that do STEM or Project Based Learning. It involves your students using basic materials to design and create a Thinking Cap. Using their imagination, students create a cap to wear and "purchase" items to design with (small budget of $15), so math is incorporated as well. Students will go through the design process, by drawing sketches, planning out their idea, and evaluating their design. What fun to make a
2nd - 5th
Engineering
STEM Activity Math Multiplication Challenge | Math PBL | Math Extension
This math STEM project gives students the opportunity to use the Engineering Design Process and their multiplication skills! It is a highly engaging activity where the children use multiplication creature and power-up cards and recycled materials to ultimately create a playable game. This math learning opportunity is teacher friendly because it includes rubrics, parent letters, and a printable student journal to meet your needs. My students love this extension because they use their multiplica
3rd - 4th
Basic Operations, Engineering
CCSS, NGSS
3.OA.A.1
, 3.OA.C.7
, K-2-ETS1-2
+7
Also included in: STEM Math Activities Bundle | Math PBL | Math Extensions
Math + STEM Activity – Build & Count |Hands-On Building & Counting for K and 1st
This Math + STEM Activity – Build & Count is a hands-on learning resource designed to help young learners develop counting, problem-solving, and basic engineering skills through building and exploration. Students will become builders and mathematicians as they construct structures using blocks, count how many they used, compare sizes, and reflect on their work. This activity encourages creativity, critical thinking, and early STEM skills in an engaging and age-appropriate way. WHAT’S INCLUDED: ✔
PreK - 3rd
Engineering, General Science, Geometry
STEM Activity Math Addition with Regrouping | Math PBL | Math Extension
This math STEM project gives students the opportunity to use the Engineering Design Process and their addition with regrouping skills! It is a highly engaging activity where the children use creature number cards and power-up cards and recycled materials to ultimately create a playable game. This math learning opportunity is teacher friendly because it includes rubrics, parent letters, and a printable student journal to meet your needs. My students love this extension because they use their ad
2nd - 4th
Basic Operations, Engineering
CCSS, NGSS
2.NBT.B.6
, 2.NBT.B.7
, 3.NBT.A.2
+9
Also included in: STEM Math Activities Bundle | Math PBL | Math Extensions
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
Designing Weird Bridges - STEAM (Photo References)
Art is ... Designing Weird Bridges - STEAM (Photo References) Folder 1 Introduction to 4 Types of Bridges, with photos and blanks for drawing. Folder 2 Six examples of unique bridges from around the world. Each page lists the name of the bridge, the designer/architect, the type of bridge, blanks for drawing and photo credits. 1. Dragon Bridge in VIet Nam. (Shoots fire from its mouth every night at 9 pm) 2. Langkawi Sky Bridge in Malaysia 3. Rolling Bridge in London, UK (rolls into an octogon) 4
K - 5th
Engineering, Visual Arts
STEM Activity Math Subtraction w/ Regrouping | Math PBL | Math Extension
This math STEM project gives students the opportunity to use the Engineering Design Process and their subtraction with regrouping skills! It is a highly engaging activity where the children use creature number cards and power-down cards and recycled materials to ultimately create a playable game. This math learning opportunity is teacher friendly because it includes rubrics, parent letters, and a printable student journal to meet your needs. My students love this extension because they use the
3rd - 4th
Basic Operations, Engineering
CCSS, NGSS
3.NBT.A.2
, 4.NBT.B.4
, K-2-ETS1-2
+7
Also included in: STEM Math Activities Bundle | Math PBL | Math Extensions
Build a Bridge STEM Activity | Engineering Challenge for Kindergarten & Grade 1
This STEM Engineering Challenge helps young learners explore problem-solving, creativity, and basic engineering skills through a fun hands-on activity. Students will become engineers as they plan, build, test, and improve a bridge using simple materials. This activity follows the Engineering Design Process and is perfect for introducing STEM concepts in an engaging and age-appropriate way. WHAT’S INCLUDED: ✔ STEM challenge cover page ✔ “What is the Challenge?” introduction ✔ Materials checklist
PreK - 6th
Engineering, Other (Math), Writing
Leprechaun Trap STEM Activity St. Patrick's Day Family Project Engineering Fun
Design a Leprechaun Trap and catch the leprechaun for St. Patrick's Day! Students will use the planning sheet to follow the engineering design process, pick bait to trap the leprechaun, and create a simple (or complicated!) trap while exploring force and motion. This project can be done in small groups (pairs works well) or you may send this home as family project. 🍀 What You'll Get 🍀 Teacher instructions and guided lesson planDifferentiated recording page options that guide students through
1st - 6th
Engineering, Measurement, Physics
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
+4
Women in STEM Women's History Month Poster Set STEM Classroom Decor
Celebrate inspiring innovators with this Women in STEM poster set for your classroom.These STEM innovator posters introduce students to trailblazing women in science, technology, engineering, and math while helping them see the many paths available in STEM. Perfect for bulletin boards, classroom displays, Women’s History Month, and STEM career exploration, this printable set adds meaningful representation and motivation to your learning space. What’s IncludedA printable Women in STEM poster set
K - 5th
Basic Principles, Engineering, Science
Hispanic and Latino Heritage Month Poster Set STEM Classroom Decor
Celebrate Hispanic and Latino Heritage Month in your elementary classroom with this engaging and educational Inspiring Figures Poster Set. Perfect for STEM teachers, this resource highlights influential Hispanic and Latino leaders in science, technology, engineering, math, sports, the arts, and activism. Featuring icons like Ellen Ochoa (first Latina astronaut), Roberto Clemente (humanitarian athlete), Frida Kahlo (painter), and Lionel Messi (soccer legend), these posters provide students
K - 5th
Basic Principles, Engineering, Science
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
Community Helpers Activities Counting Cubes Snap Blocks Pattern Cards
Make learning colorful and meaningful with these Community Helpers Counting Cube Snap Block Pattern Cards!This printable resource lets students build community helper images using counting cubes (linking cubes ), then count and record how many of each color cube they used. It's a fun and purposeful way to build fine motor skills, reinforce color recognition, and tie math into your community helpers theme. These mats work great for preschool, pre-K, and kindergarten students. They're ideal for i
PreK - K
Engineering, Numbers, Other (Math)
CCSS
K.CC.A.3
, K.CC.B.4a
, K.CC.B.4b
+1
Also included in: Growing Bundle Community Helpers Math Activities Morning Tubs STEM Bins
Famous Scientists and Inventors Poster Set STEM Classroom Decor
Bring STEM inspiration to your classroom with this Famous Scientists and Inventors Inspiring Figures Poster Set.This printable poster collection introduces students to influential scientists, inventors, engineers, and innovators who helped shape the world through curiosity, creativity, and perseverance. Designed for classroom displays, bulletin boards, STEM labs, hallway decor, and career exploration, this set helps students see the many paths available in science, technology, engineering, and m
K - 5th
Basic Principles, Engineering, Science
Inventor Invention Resource Guide & Journal Notebook Engineer Design Maker Space
Have fun with your students while they research and create their own Inventions with this Google Slide/PowerPoint activity! Students will create a new invention based off of the research they do as well as create their Invention Journal. This is a great activity for developing critical thinking skills! You will receive a student resource guide in both digital and printable formats, as well as a reference website to assist with student research. This activity can also be downloaded into a Powe
4th - 8th
Engineering, Science
Build a Crash - Safe Car STEM Engineering Challenge | Hands-On Science For K-2nd
Build a Crash-Safe Car – STEM Engineering Challenge (K–2)Get ready for a fun, hands-on STEM activity where students become real engineers! In this Build a Crash-Safe Car challenge, kids will design and build a car that can stay safe during a crash using simple classroom materials. Students will work through the Engineering Design Process step-by-step as they ask, imagine, plan, build, test, and improve their crash-safe vehicle. This resource is perfect for introducing basic engineering concep
PreK - 3rd
Engineering, General Science, Writing
Engage Students with a Paper Heart Catapult STEM Engineering Project
Tired of Valentine's Day lessons that are more fluff than substance? Looking for a way to ignite genuine curiosity and critical thinking in your classroom? Introducing the Paper Heart Catapult STEM Challenge | Valentine Engineering Activity! This engaging, print-and-go resource transforms Valentine's Day into a memorable learning experience, empowering your students to explore the Engineering Design Process while having a blast. Save precious planning time with a complete, easy-to-implement a
3rd - 5th
Basic Principles, Engineering, Writing
Ocean Animals Pattern Block Mats Puzzles Templates Activities Math Printable
Are your students fascinated by under the sea animals? Combine that excitement with hands-on math learning using these Ocean Animals Theme Pattern Block Mats Puzzles Templates! With 11 ocean-themed animals and 4 different template formats, this printable resource is the perfect addition to your ocean themed Kindergarten math centers, early finishers, or morning bins. Perfect for building shape recognition, spatial awareness, fine motor skills, and reasoning—all while exploring animals from
PreK - K
Engineering, Geometry, Numbers
CCSS
K.CC.A.3
, K.CC.B.5
, K.G.B.5
Wooden Blocks Kindergarten Math Center - Build, Count & Add with 3D Shapes!
Enhance Math skills with an interactive Kindergarten - Grade 1 Math Center. Includes 15 wooden block construction cards for building towers, bridges, robots, and more. Perfect for exploring 3D shape, counting, and addition. After making each item, students count how many of each 3D shape they used and write the number. Then they add the total to find out 'how many blocks they used altogether' to build their item. Includes varying levels of difficulty. An excellent task to develop: F
PreK - 1st
Engineering, For All Subjects, Other (Math)
CCSS, NGSS
K.CC.A.3
, K.CC.B.4
, K.CC.B.4a
+8
STEAM Coloring Pages | Growth Mindset Coloring Sheets | STEM Bell Ringers
Help your students improve their fine motor skills, focus, and creativity, as well as develop a growth mindset in the STEM classroom or Makerspace with these STEAM Coloring Pages, Growth Mindset Coloring Sheets, and STEM Bell Ringers. Use this set every lesson to train your students to be on task upon entering the room, to engage them while you are taking care of attendance or getting organized, to reward them for finishing a task early, to give them a brain break, to give them a free choice ac
2nd - 5th
Engineering
Space Activities Pattern Blocks Mats Printable Shapes Math Centers STEM
Grab this out-of-this-world resource to bring hands-on geometry fun to your math centers! These space theme pattern block mats are perfect for strengthening shape recognition, spatial reasoning, and fine motor skills in a playful and purposeful way. This printable set includes 10 different space-themed tangram designs available in five formats: Full-color for visual guidance Ink-saving outlines for budget-friendly printingTraceable shapes on colored backgroundTraceable shapes on white backgrr
PreK - K
Engineering, Geometry, Numbers
CCSS
K.CC.A.3
, K.CC.B.5
, K.G.B.5
Zoo Animals Pattern Block Mats Printable Math 2D Shape Geometry tangrams
Grab this hands-on 2D shapes math center and turn your preschool or kindergarten classroom into a mini zoo—while building spatial skills!These printable Zoo Animal Pattern Block Puzzle Mats combine fine motor practice with early geometry in a way that’s fun, low-prep, and classroom-friendly. Whether your students are learning about zoo animals or 2D shapes, these mats provide a perfect opportunity to connect the two in a developmentally appropriate activity. Designed for young learners, this
PreK - K
Engineering, Geometry, Numbers
CCSS
K.CC.A.3
, K.CC.B.5
, K.G.B.5
Ready for Robots? Science & Tech Activity Set, Word Search - Bonus Puzzle & DIY
Robots! Are you ready for all the new kinds of robots coming soon? Kids will love to learn the basics of robots with this action-packed puzzle set. Follow us to learn about monthly freebies and deals! Includes: Two-Page Activity Set – kids will... Identify various parts of a humanoid robot; Complete a crossword with various robotics terms; Match-up robot names to their descriptions; Color-in a picture to reveal a new type of household robot; and Guide two competing fire-fighting robots through a
3rd - 6th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Robotics
Fairy Tale STEM {Three Little Pigs} Build a Toothpick House
This is a STEM engineering projects based on The Three Little Pigs. Students will construct a toothpick house for the little pigs. This activity is designed to encourage critical thinking and scientific reasoning skills, as well as, problem solving and teamwork.
Included:
-Student recording sheets (four options)
-grading rubric
-parent letter
-extension menu
-detailed notes to teacher
Additional materials that you will need:
toothpicks (make sure you get the FLAT kind not the round ones!)
gr
3rd - 5th
Engineering, English Language Arts
Also included in: STEM Challenge Bundle (Fairy Tale, Nursery Rhymes, Seasonal STEM)
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