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February STEM - Valentines SEL, Science, Math & Measurement Candy Box Activity
Looking for February STEM activities that blend Valentine’s SEL, math, and hands-on problem-solving without turning into a craft or party filler? The Candy Box Valentine STEM activity is a meaningful, low-prep way to keep kids engaged while practicing measurement, math, and design thinking. Kids design and build the smallest possible candy box that still meets specific criteria and constraints, making this a high-interest Valentine science and math activity that feels like a challenge but de
2nd - 8th
Engineering, Other (Math), Social Emotional Learning
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
+7
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
STEM Activities + Read Alouds - Volume 3 - 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 or picture book 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:Billie Jean Peet, Athlete – “Basketball Beats” ActivityNot a Stick – “Stick St
1st - 5th
Engineering, Science, Visual Arts
Flip Calendar Bulletin Board Poster Set STEM Classroom Decor
Keep your classroom organized and visually engaging with this Hanging Flip Calendar Set Classroom Decor. Designed to make daily date updates simple and clear, it adds both function and style to your learning space while helping students stay connected to classroom routines. This hanging flip calendar set is a practical classroom decor piece that helps display the date in a way that is easy to see and update. Its interactive format makes it a useful addition to bulletin boards, learning walls, o
K - 5th
Basic Principles, Engineering, Science
Election Day and Voting STEM
This resource is perfect for our upcoming presidential election, if you're having a class election, or if you participate in STEM activities! With these materials, your students will construct a ballot box and incorporate all the engineering components of a STEM and/or STEAM project!
Included are:
~Teacher Notes and Suggested Timeline
~Challenge and Problem Posters to present to students
~STEM Journal Cover
~Letter to Parents requesting materials
~Teacher Material List
~Patriotic Money for stu
1st - 3rd
Elections - Voting, Engineering
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
Fruit Loop Cereal Tower - STEM Engineering Challenge
Are you looking for an engaging STEM challenge to do when teaching students about BUILDING TOWERS using fruit loops cereal?Can you build the tallest free-standing fruit loop tower? Fruit Loop Tower ChallengeMaterials Needed: (per individual)- one large box of Fruit Loops (Rings) cereal (per class, give each student a baggie of fruit loops for the challenge) - ruler or tape measure STEM Challenges are a way to get your kids thinking and building at the same time! These challenges use minimal mat
2nd - 6th
Engineering
EARTH DAY Activities | Earth Day Writing Prompt | APRIL STEM | Earth Day Reading
Are you excited to do something fun, unique, and meaningful in the classroom for EARTH DAY? Check out the previews on these EARTH DAY Resources!This Earth Day Bundle includes over 4 hours' worth of engaging activities. The "Outta the Box" Competition resource is a creative and fun set of STEM Activities and Challenges that contain informational text about the importance of being EARTH-Friendly!Looking for more "Outta the Box" STEM Competitions? Click the link below"Outta the Box" STEM Competi
4th - 6th
Engineering, Informational Text, Poetry
Hook Some Candy Canes - STEM Engineering Challenge
Are you looking for an engaging STEM challenge to do when teaching students about CREATIVE DESIGN using candy canes?Can your team hook the most candy canes in a specific time limit? Hook Some Candy Canes ChallengeMaterials Needed: (per team)- box of candy canes - string - cup - tape and scissors - timer 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 way to improve your students’ communication and bui
2nd - 6th
Engineering
Respiratory System Stem Bundle | Human body Units | Breathing & Lungs For K–2nd
🫁 Breathing & Lungs STEM Bundle (K–2) | Inhale & Exhale, Lung Capacity & Balloon Model Activities Help young learners explore how their lungs work with this engaging Breathing & Lungs STEM Bundle! Designed for Kindergarten–2nd grade, this hands-on collection allows students to investigate breathing, lung function, and air movement through fun experiments and model-building activities. Students will actively observe, test, and create, making science meaningful and easy to understand. 📦 Wha
PreK - 4th
Anatomy, Biology, Engineering
STEM Challenge Recording Sheet
This product contains 2 different forms you can have students use when they are completing STEM or STEAM activities or challenges in class. Both forms have students planning/predicting before the challenge is performed, and reflecting on their results once they have completed the assignment. One form has a box for students to draw out their idea when planning for their STEM challenge. Can be used as a whole class activity, or in differentiated student groups. Designed to be used in upper elemen
2nd - 8th
Engineering, Science
Rube Goldberg Project Based Learning Engineering Design & Critical Thinking
Bring creativity, logic, and engineering together with this Rube Goldberg Project-Based Learning Challenge for grades 4–6! Students will dive into the fascinating world of Rube Goldberg, an inventor and cartoonist famous for his comically complicated machines that perform simple tasks. This engaging 2+ hour activity encourages students to think outside the box, analyze inventions, and design their own Rube Goldberg machine inside a head. Perfect for independent work, whole-class learning, ce
4th - 6th
Close Reading, Engineering, Science
CCSS, NGSS
RI.4.3
, RI.5.3
, RI.6.3
+9
LEGO Letter Task Cards A–Z Printable, Editable on Google Slides
These fun task cards will help your little learners with fine motor skills, letter formation, letter identification, and letter sounds. ALL while they think they're just PLAYING! Print these Lego letter building cards once and laminate them to use year after year. Add in some Legos (or generic building bricks), and put everything in a box. Voila! You have an instant fine motor center or alphabet intervention activity. Whats Included: Cards with Capital Letters LEGO letter sample image Questio
PreK - 2nd
Alphabet, Engineering, Visual Arts
Tinkercad Academy Basics - Tutorials for Beginners
Are your students interested in learning 3D printing? Do you want to teach Tinkercad, but you’re not sure where to start? Have you tried using the built-in Tinkercad tutorials, but they aren’t quite right for your students? Tinkercad Academy - The Basics is an excellent way to help your students learn the Tinkercad skills, tools, and functions they need to gain a basic understanding of 3D modeling software. Tutorials Included: → Level 1: Design a Nametag → Level 2: Create a Rocketship → Level 3
Not Specific
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Instructional Technology
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-4
+2
LEGO Letter Cards and Task Cards A–Z Printable Free, Editable on Google Slides
These fun LEGO letter cards & task cards will help your little learners develop fine motor skills, learn letter formation, recognize letters, and identify letter sounds. ALL while they think they're just PLAYING! Print these Lego letter building cards once and laminate them to use year after year. Add in some Legos (or generic building bricks), and put everything in a box. Get 1500 pieces in $25 only! Click hereVoila! You have an instant fine motor center or alphabet intervention activity. What
PreK - 1st
Alphabet, Engineering, Visual Arts
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
+2
Lung Capacity Balloon STEM-How Big Can Your Lungs Blow? | Human Body For K - 2nd
🎈 Lung Capacity Balloon STEM | How Big Can Your Lungs Blow? | Hands-On Science Activity (K–2) Make science fun and active with this engaging Lung Capacity Balloon STEM Activity! Students will explore how their lungs work by testing how much air they can blow into a balloon and measuring the results. This hands-on investigation helps young learners understand breathing, lung function, and basic measurement skills in an exciting and interactive way. 🫁 What Students Will Learn Students will:
PreK - 3rd
Biology, Engineering, General Science
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
50 Engineering Task Cards | IB MYP Design | Engineering Design Process NGSS
50 Thought-Provoking Design Reflection Questions for STEM & Design Classes Unlock creativity, problem-solving, and critical thinking in your students with this set of 50 printable question cards designed to guide young designers through the design thinking process. Perfect for STEM, Design, and Maker classes, this deck encourages students to deeply reflect on their ideas, iterate on their designs, and consider real-world impacts. Features: 50 unique design prompts across categories like
5th - 12th
Engineering, Graphic Arts, Visual Arts
NGSS
HS-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-4
Also included in: Middle School Engineering Task Card Bundle – 120 Real-World Prompts
End of Year STEM Awards, Science, Math, Engineering, Robotics, Technology
End of the school year awards for your STEM class!Celebrate your students' creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving skills with STEM Class Awards—the perfect way to wrap up a year of hands-on learning and innovation! These fun and thoughtful awards recognize the unique contributions each student has made throughout the year during your STEM challenges, experiments, and projects. Designed especially for elementary students, these awards highlight key STEM traits such as curiosity, persever
K - 5th
Engineering, For All Subjects, Robotics
Build a Satellite STEM Space Engineering Challenge For Kindergarten–Grade 2
🛰️🌍 Build a Satellite STEM – Space Engineering Challenge (Kindergarten–Grade 2)Take your students on an exciting space mission with this Build a Satellite STEM Challenge! In this hands-on engineering activity, students will design and build a satellite model that helps Earth—perfect for a space unit, STEM centers, or early engineering lessons. This resource walks students through the Engineering Design Process in a simple, kid-friendly way. Students will imagine, plan, build, test, and imp
PreK - 4th
Engineering, General Science
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
Plant Cell vs Animal Cell STEM | Hands-On Science & Model Building Activity k-2
🔬 Plant Cell vs Animal Cell STEM | Hands-On Science & Model Building Activity (Kindergarten–Grade 2)Make cell biology exciting and easy to understand with this interactive Plant Cell vs Animal Cell STEM resource! This hands-on activity helps young learners explore, compare, and build models of plant and animal cells while developing a strong foundation in life science. Students will investigate what cells are, learn about important cell parts (organelles), and discover the key differences bet
1st - 9th
Biology, Engineering, General Science
STEM for New Year's:Marble Drop
This is a STEM building and engineering projects with a New Year theme. Students will construct a marble chute to transport a marble into a cup. 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 less.
3rd - 5th
Engineering
Also included in: Seasonal STEM Megabundle!
Transportation Vehicle Block Building Centers Visual Posters | STEM | Preschool
Turn your block center into a transportation-themed STEM hub!This engaging set of transportation vehicle building prompts helps preschool, kindergarten, and special education students develop spatial awareness, problem-solving, and communication skills—all while building cars, trucks, rockets, boats, and more. Perfect for teachers looking to combine play-based learning with hands-on engineering challenges. Why You’ll Love It:Unit blocks are a staple in early childhood classrooms, and these vis
PreK - K
Engineering, Geometry, Other (Science)
CCSS
K.G.A.1
, K.G.A.2
, K.G.B.6
Also included in: Play Skills Block Bundle Building Centers and Posters | STEM | Preschool
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