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Fairy Tale STEM (Goldilocks and the Three Bears) Construct a Working Latch
This is a STEM engineering projects based on Goldilocks and the Three Bears. Students will construct working latch so no one else can break in. 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 resources you will need:
-card stock for the door
-variety of building materials suc
3rd - 5th
Engineering
Also included in: STEM Challenge Bundle (Fairy Tale, Nursery Rhymes, Seasonal STEM)
Ancient Civilizations Math Project | Blueprint & Model Public Works Activity 3-5
Bring history and math to life with this hands-on, project-based learning assignment! Students take on the role of Chief Architect and Treasurer for an ancient civilization and design a massive public works project. Using multiplication, division, and problem-solving, they’ll calculate materials, labor costs, and timelines, create a blueprint, and then scale it down to build a physical model of their chosen structure. This engaging resource integrates math, social studies, and persuasive writing
3rd - 5th
Ancient History, Basic Operations, Engineering
Artificial Intelligence Project — Use Problem Solving To Design An AI Model
In this hands-on Artificial Intelligence Design Challenge, students become problem-solvers as they design an AI system to improve something in their classroom or school—such as organization, safety, communication, or accessibility. Students brainstorm real needs, plan how their AI would work, and think through responsible use and ethical choices. This project blends STEM, digital literacy, and communication skills while encouraging creativity and purposeful design. Perfect for technology, STEM,
6th - 9th
Coloring Pages, Computer Science - Technology, Engineering
Monthly STEM 20 Grid Challenge Choice Boards: Morning Work, Early Finisher
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 12 engaging and motivating building blocks STEAM/STEM challenge choice boards that promote critical thinking skills! Each month's grid has 20 choices for kids. There are 240 exciting challenges total in black and white for easy printing. Pick and choose the
3rd - 6th
Engineering
The Great Chain Race: A Team Building Activity
Groups of three work to strategize, create, and compete to make the longest paper chain using a few simple supplies. This resource offers instructions and a small space for students to map out notes for their plan of attack.
Not Specific
Engineering
Wooden block building challenge cards for Pre-School/Kindergarten Block Center
Ideal block center activity with wooden blocks to improve fine-motor development, problem solving and STEM skills. There are 15 construction task cards included in this set and children will love the challenge of building the various items: towers, bridges, robot, car, train, rocket etc. These cards are to be used alongside standard colored wooden blocks as shown in the pictures. THIS PRODUCT IS PART OF A MONEY SAVING BUNDLE and MEGA-BUNDLE.This would make an ideal independent activi
PreK - 1st
Engineering, For All Subjects, Other (Math)
CCSS, NGSS
K.CC.B.4
, K.CC.B.4a
, K.CC.B.4b
+19
Wooden block building challenge cards for Pre-School/Kindergarten STEM (Set 1)
Ideal block center activity with wooden blocks to improve fine-motor development, problem solving and STEM skills. There are 15 construction task cards included in this set and children will love the challenge of building the various items including: towers, bridges, flower, butterfly, dinosaur, bulldozer, seesaw, pyramid, fish, person and patterns. THIS PRODUCT IS PART OF A MONEY SAVING BUNDLE and MEGA-BUNDLE. These cards are to be used alongside standard colored wooden blocks as sho
PreK - 1st
Engineering, For All Subjects, Other (Math)
CCSS, NGSS
K.CC.B.4
, K.CC.B.4a
, K.CC.B.4b
+18
Wooden block building challenge cards for PreK/Kindergarten STEM (Set 6)
Ideal block center activity with wooden blocks to improve fine-motor development, problem solving and STEM skills. There are 15 construction task cards included in this set and children will love the challenge of building the various items including: towers, bridges, castle, truck, chair, rocket, road train and various patterns. THIS PRODUCT IS PART OF A MONEY SAVING BUNDLE and MEGA-BUNDLE.These cards are to be used alongside standard colored wooden blocks as shown in the pictures. This
PreK - 1st
Engineering, For All Subjects, Other (Math)
CCSS, NGSS
K.CC.B.4
, K.CC.B.4a
, K.CC.B.4b
+16
Wooden block building challenge cards for Pre-School/Kindergarten STEM (Set 2)
Ideal block center activity with wooden blocks to improve fine-motor development, problem solving and STEM skills. There are 15 construction task cards included in this set and children will love the challenge of building the various items including: bridges, towers, boat, horse, flower, pyramid, robots, rocket, person, wagon and patterns. THIS PRODUCT IS PART OF A MONEY SAVING BUNDLE and MEGA-BUNDLE.These cards are to be used alongside standard colored wooden blocks as shown in the pic
PreK - 1st
Engineering, For All Subjects, Other (Math)
CCSS, NGSS
K.CC.B.4
, K.CC.B.4a
, K.CC.B.4b
+10
Wooden block building challenge cards for Pre-School/Kindergarten STEM (Set 5)
Ideal block center activity with wooden blocks to improve fine-motor development, problem solving and STEM skills. There are 15 construction task cards included in this set and children will love the challenge of building the various items including: towers, racing car, cow, star, flower, robot, train, car transporter, pyramid and various patterns. THIS PRODUCT IS PART OF A MONEY SAVING BUNDLE and MEGA-BUNDLE.These cards are to be used alongside standard colored wooden blocks as shown i
PreK - 1st
Engineering, For All Subjects, Other (Math)
CCSS, NGSS
K.CC.B.4
, K.CC.B.4a
, K.CC.B.4b
+13
Wooden block building challenge cards for Pre-School/Kindergarten STEM (Set 4)
Ideal block center activity with wooden blocks to improve fine-motor development, problem solving and STEM skills. There are 15 construction task cards included in this set and children will love the challenge of building the various items including: towers, tractor, bird, rocket, flower, traffic lights and various patterns. THIS PRODUCT IS PART OF A MONEY SAVING BUNDLE and MEGA-BUNDLE.These cards are to be used alongside standard colored wooden blocks as shown in the pictures. This wou
PreK - 1st
Engineering, For All Subjects, Other (Math)
CCSS, NGSS
K.CC.B.4
, K.CC.B.4a
, K.CC.B.4b
+16
Wooden block building challenge cards for Pre-School/Kindergarten STEM (Set 3)
Ideal block center STEM activity with wooden blocks to improve fine-motor development, problem solving and STEM skills. There are 15 construction task cards included in this set and children will love the challenge of building the various items including: bridges, towers, horse, flower, umbrella, trucks, aeroplanes, house, ladder and patterns. THIS PRODUCT IS PART OF A MONEY SAVING BUNDLE and MEGA-BUNDLE.These cards are to be used alongside standard colored wooden blocks as shown in th
PreK - 1st
Engineering, For All Subjects, Other (Math)
CCSS, NGSS
K.CC.B.4
, K.CC.B.4a
, K.CC.B.4b
+16
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
Silent Night | Christmas STEM Challenge
Add a creative twist to your classroom with the Silent Night STEM Challenge! Students work together to design a device that silences a sleigh bell using a variety of materials. This engaging activity encourages collaboration, innovation, and problem-solving, making it a perfect addition to your holiday lesson plans. What's Included:Teacher instructionsStudent planning and reflection sheetsRubric for assessmentIdeas for optional extensions for writing and math
Not Specific
Engineering
Wooden Blocks and Lincoln Logs - Block Building STEM Activity K-2
An ideal wooden block building STEM activity using wooden blocks and Lincoln Logs to encourage creativity, problem solving and STEM engineering design skills. There are 33 construction challenge cards and 22 step-by-step instruction cards included in this set and children will love the challenge of building the various items. This would make an ideal independent activity station or morning center for a K-2 Classroom. THIS PRODUCT IS PART OF A MONEY SAVING MEGA BUNDLE.The activi
PreK - 2nd
Engineering, For All Subjects, Other (Math)
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
Engineering Design STEM Pasta Car Project - 5 Days of Lesson Plans & Resources
This is a hands-on, low-prep STEM activity that gets your students thinking, building, and problem-solving. The Pasta Car Racer challenge guides students through the engineering design process as they work to design a car made (mostly!) out of pasta. Students will love helping Mayor Noodleton save the day by designing and testing their very own pasta car to compete in the Pasta Grand Prix. Whether working independently or with a partner, students will imagine, plan, build, and improve their
2nd - 5th
Engineering, Physical Science, Physics
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
+1
STEM Activities for the first day BUNDLE Back to School STEAM Challenges Bridge
Inspire creativity in your classroom with this MAKER bundle! These easy-to-use STEM Challenges will get your students problem solving and working as a team. These challenges are perfect for students of all ages and abilities. They are sure to get your students excited about STEM and learning! These activities are included in the full Simple STEM bundle + 45 more! Click here to check out the full YEAR STEM BUNDLE INCLUDED IN THIS MAKER STEM BUNDLE:3 STEM challenges1. I am a Maker Challenge - Pair
K - 3rd
Engineering
Enrichment Research Project ~ I'm An Architect!
This research study is perfect for enrichment or fast-finishers! Students will utilize this STEM approach to identify the works of an architect by solving word problems, constructing their own building and more! Great for in-class or home project.
This has been a great tool for my kids who enjoy higher level thinking activities and exploring new topics!
If your kids enjoy this research project, more will be posted soon :)
1st - 2nd
Engineering, Other (Math)
CCSS
1.OA.A.1
, 1.OA.A.2
, 2.OA.A.1
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
Design a Cell Phone Project | STEM, Entrepreneurship, PBL for GATE & Teamwork
Challenge your students to think like designers, innovators, and entrepreneurs with this STEM cell phone design project that blends real world problem solving with creativity and team collaboration. In this project based learning activity, students research, design, and model their own innovative phone, complete with branding, marketing, and a pitch presentation! Whether you're teaching STEAM, GATE, enrichment, or careers, this activity builds valuable life skills like creative problem solving,
5th - 10th, Higher Education
Engineering, For All Subjects
Block Building MEGA BUNDLE with Wooden Blocks, Popsicle Sticks & Lincoln Logs
This Mega bundle contains 407 STEM building challenge cards. These can be used in your block center to improve fine-motor development, problem solving and STEM skills using wooden blocks, popsicle sticks and wooden logs (Lincoln Logs). This MONEY SAVING MEGA BUNDLE includes the following 4 Bundles: Colored Wooden Block Challenge Cards - 105 Cards Natural Wooden Block Challenge Cards - 193 CardsPopsicle Stick & Wooden Block Challenge Cards - 54 CardsLincoln Logs & Wooden Block Challenge
PreK - 2nd
Engineering, For All Subjects, Other (Math)
CCSS, NGSS
K.CC.B.4a
, K.CC.B.4b
, K.MD.A.1
+14
STEM Challenge Cards - Easy STEM Activities - STEM Activities Projects
STEM Challenge Cards How Can I Use These STEM Challenge Cards? These STEM Challenge Cards give you ready-made projects to get students building, problem-solving, and working together. The PDF includes a teacher instruction page with suggested supplies and 16 cards, each with a different construction challenge. They’re ideal for group work, morning starters, or afternoon projects. Why Teachers Like ItHands-on learning – Kids design, build, and test real structures.Collaboration focus – Encourages
1st - 5th
Basic Principles, Engineering, General Science
Aero Engineers Drone Engineering Lab and STREAM Program
AERO ENGINEERS is a mission-based Drone Engineering STREAM Program designed to introduce students in Grades 4–6 to aerospace engineering, flight operations, teamwork, problem solving, and the engineering design process through hands-on learning experiences. WE use EC300 Drones that are built with LEGO Technic Like pieces. These drones are very affordable (about $50.00). Students work in collaborative flight teams as they build, test, fly, analyze, redesign, and improve a series of classroom dro
4th - 6th
Engineering
Valentine Mini Bundle A – STEM Challenge Activities
This Valentine Mini STEM Bundle includes three hands-on engineering challenges kids can build with simple materials. Each activity is designed for early learners and supports problem-solving, creativity, and independent exploration. Every challenge includes a cover page, simple instructions, and a printable activity page. Kids test ideas, make adjustments, and discover how things work while having fun with Valentine-themed materials. These activities are perfect for classrooms, homeschool, STEM
K - 2nd
Engineering, Other (Science), Physical Science
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
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