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Structures and Materials STEM Challenge Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
Challenge your students to show you what they have learned about building structures, critical thinking, testing materials, and problem-solving with these open-ended problem-solving challenges. This resource includes:instructions for how to set up and run this activity, ways to modify the tasks and materials to use.over twenty different tasks for students to try. Some can be completed in a few minutes while others can be worked on for a few hours.a list of science concepts to be learned with ea
3rd - 6th
Basic Principles, Engineering
Engineering Design Process Doodle Notes & Quiz | STEM Engineering Cycle, NGSS
Engineering Design Process Doodle Notes & Quiz | STEM Engineering Cycle, NGSS MS-ETS1, Engineering PracticesHelp students master the Engineering Design Process with these engaging and interactive STEM Doodle Notes and Quiz! Designed for middle school science, engineering, technology education, and STEM classrooms, this resource helps students understand how engineers solve real-world problems through planning, testing, evaluating, and improving solutions. Students actively participate by c
3rd - 10th
Basic Principles, Engineering, Science
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-4
, 3-5-ETS1-1
+3
Also included in: Doodle Notes Bundle #1 with Understanding Checkpoints
GRADE 4 ROCKS, MINERALS AND GEOLOGICAL PROCESSES - DIGITAL UNIT - ONTARIO
Ignite your students' passion for science with our Grade 4 Rocks, Minerals, and Geological Processes Hands-On, Minds-On Science and Technology digital resource! This comprehensive and engaging resource is perfectly aligned with the revised 2022 Ontario Curriculum Science and Technology, taking your students on an exciting journey beyond the ordinary worksheet. Our STEM-focused approach empowers students to become active learners as they delve into the world of rocks, minerals, and geologica
4th
Basic Principles, Environment, Science
Scientific Method Science Process Skills: Compare and Contrast
Compare and Contrast Science Skills Activity with Worksheet and PowerPoint: Help students practice comparing and contrasting using this science process skills lesson. This biology activity includes a PowerPoint or Google Slides lesson and a 5-page compare and contrast worksheet that helps students analyze similarities and differences between organisms. Comparing and contrasting is one of the most important science process skills students develop. In this lesson, students practice making careful
9th - 12th
Basic Principles, Biology, Science
CCSS
RST.9-10.4
Engineering Design Process PowerPoint & Google Slides | STEM, Engineering Cycle
Engineering Design Process PowerPoint & Google Slides | STEM Engineering Cycle, NGSS MS-ETS1, Design Thinking, Engineering Practices Help students understand how engineers solve real-world problems with this engaging Engineering Design Process PowerPoint and Google Slides presentation! This visual STEM resource walks students through each stage of the engineering design cycle, helping them learn how engineers identify problems, develop solutions, create prototypes, test ideas, analyze results,
6th - 10th
Basic Principles, Engineering, Science
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-4
, MS-ETS1-1
+1
Science Digital Escape Room Process Skills DISTANCE LEARNING
This Digital Classroom Escape is an interactive activity which promotes peer collaboration and problem solving. Standards based science questions, challenges, and puzzlers combine to create the perfect blend of learning and fun! This Digital Escape covers the following science topic: Science Process Skills (observe, infer, predict, measure, use data, and communicate) This Tanya Yero Teaching resource can be used in the classroom and/or for distance learning/ remote learning.What is a Digital Cla
4th - 6th
Basic Principles, General Science, Science
Also included in: Science Digital Escape Rooms YEARLONG BUNDLE
Hands-On STEM: Cardboard Phone Stand Challenge w/ Engineering Design Process
Looking for a low-cost, high-impact STEM activity that sparks creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving? This printable worksheet guides students step-by-step through the Engineering Design Process as they imagine, plan, and build a fully functional phone stand— using only cardboard and clever construction techniques.What’s Included: Clearly structured student worksheetBrainstorming & sketching sectionsResearch section on cardboard joining methodsBuild and test checklistReflection Pre
4th - 12th
Basic Principles, Engineering
Inquiry Lab Design
A scaffolded process for developing experimental questions and designing controlled experiments with a focus on identifying independent variables and measurable dependent variables.
7th - 9th
Basic Principles, Other (Science)
Also included in: Experimental Design and Write Up
Engineering & Design Google Slides Quiz - High School Physics Curriculum
Engineering & Design Process Google Slides Quiz - High School Physics CurriculumInteractive & Printable Google Slides Assessment for Engineering Applications in Physics!Looking for a ready-to-use, engaging, and self-grading Google Slides Quiz to assess your students’ understanding of engineering applications in high school physics? This comprehensive digital assessment covers key concepts such as problem-solving in engineering, forces in structures, efficiency in machines, and optimization
9th - 12th
Basic Principles, Physics, Science
NGSS
HS-ETS1-2
, HS-ETS1-3
, HS-ETS1-1
+1
Engineering Design Lesson
Get your students thinking, creating, and problem-solving like real engineers with this engaging Digital Engineering Design Lesson! This ready-to-use resource walks students step-by-step through the Engineering Design Process while keeping them actively involved and accountable for their learning. Perfect for middle school classrooms, this lesson helps students build essential critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving skills through meaningful, real-world applications. ⚙️ What’s
5th - 7th
Basic Principles, Engineering, Other (Science)
Also included in: Engineering Design Product Bundle
Advertisement Scientific Method Problem
Students will practice identifying the parts of the scientific process by designing experiment outlines based on advertisement claims. They will be given an advertisement and asked to outline and experiment. They will be prompted for the hypothesis, independent variable, dependent variable, controlled variables (constants), and a control. They are also given a slide to include an advertisement they have found.
7th - 11th
Basic Principles
CCSS
RST.9-10.2
, RST.9-10.3
Revising Designs Based on Analysis - Google Forms & Worksheets | Grade 9-12
Grab this resource to help your students navigate the essential process of revising designs based on analysis. This product is designed for high school students in grades 9 through 12, aligning with the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) for Engineering, Technology, and Applications of Science. It provides a structured approach to understanding the importance of design revision in engineering projects. Students will engage with various question formats, including true/false, multiple-choi
9th - 12th
Basic Principles, Engineering, General Science
NGSS
HS-ETS1-2
Identifying Components of Complex Problems - Google Forms & Worksheets
Grab this resource to help your students master the intricate process of identifying components of complex problems. Designed specifically for high school students in grades 9 through 12, this product aligns with the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) and covers essential skills in engineering, technology, and applications of science. By utilizing a variety of engaging question types, this resource ensures students develop a deeper understanding of complex problem-solving strategies, prep
9th - 12th
Basic Principles, Engineering, General Science
NGSS
HS-ETS1-2
Mystery Substance Science Investigation! Practice Observation Skills!
In this guided scientific investigation, students are walked through the experimental process to accurately guess what each mystery solid substance is (sugar, baking soda, salt, or flour). Students use their observation skills (five senses and scientific tools (magnifying glass) as data to solve the investigation question. Students have a data table that they will use to complete the guided analysis CER at the end of their experiment. This activity can be adapted at home with the help of familie
Not Specific
Basic Principles, Science
Engineering Design Digital Interactive Notebook
Get your students thinking like real engineers with this engaging Engineering Design Process Digital Interactive Notebook! This resource is designed to guide students through each step of the design process while keeping them actively involved in their learning. Perfect for middle school classrooms, this digital notebook helps students organize their thinking, apply problem-solving skills, and document their ideas in a structured, meaningful way. ⚙️ What’s Included: Complete coverage of the
5th - 7th
Basic Principles, General Science, Other (Science)
Also included in: Engineering Design Product Bundle
CER Template & Rubric for Science – Claim, Evidence, Reasoning Framework
This CER Template & Rubric is designed to guide students through the process of constructing a well-supported claim, using evidence, and providing clear reasoning in the context of science. Perfect for helping students organize their thoughts and apply critical thinking to real-world environmental issues. Ideal for teachers who want to help their students master the CER framework in science! Now includes a Spanish version of the CER Template and Rubric — perfect for bilingual classrooms or sup
6th - 12th
Basic Principles, Biology, General Science
Simple Machines STEM Challenge Wheels Levers Pulleys Wedges Screws Activities
Use these simple machine STEM tasks that can be prepped in minutes. Your students will develop problem-solving skills while demonstrating their knowledge of pulleys, levers, wedges, screws, gears, rollers, inclined planes, wheels, and axles. This resource is part of our Simple Machines Unit, but we have better resources for Alberta teachers listed below.This hands-on resource includes:more than fifteen tasks that use simple machines. They challenge students to plan and work through the design p
4th - 6th
Basic Principles, Engineering, General Science
Criteria and Constraints Design Thinking STEAM Sub Plans STEM Coloring Sheets
Looking for an engaging way to teach criteria and constraints as part of the engineering design process? This no-prep STEM coloring sheet and pixel art activity helps students explore real-world problem-solving through design thinking. It’s a perfect way to introduce or review key STEM vocabulary while keeping students focused and having fun. Designed for upper elementary and middle school learners, this activity is ideal for STEAM sub-plans, early finishers, stations, or independent practice. A
5th - 8th
Basic Principles, Engineering, General Science
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-1
, MS-ETS1-1
Earth's Rock Cycle Digital Practice | 6th Grade Science
Give your students an opportunity to click and drag to label the rocks in the cycle and the processes that change them. After completing the rock cycle students are to write a story as if they are one type of material in the rock cycle changing to a new type of material. Once students have completed their stories they could partner up to share and peer edit their stories. This activity can be used to check understanding after teaching the lesson, review prior to a quiz or test, homework, or extr
6th
Basic Principles, Earth Sciences, Vocabulary
Turkey Feathers and Forces STEM Science Activity (Paper & Digital)
Make your November and Thanksgiving lessons unforgettable with this Turkey Feathers & Forces STEM Activity—a creative engineering challenge that blends science, problem-solving, and holiday fun! Students design a turkey parachute using coffee filters, paperclips, and string, then test how air resistance and gravity affect its fall. This hands-on activity builds understanding of force, motion, air resistance, weight distribution, and the engineering design process, all while keeping students en
1st - 12th, Higher Education
Basic Principles, General Science, Science
STEM Sub Plan | Wind Energy & Science Skills | Grades 5–7 | No Prep Digital
Need a no-prep STEM lesson for a sub or unexpected absence? This digital wind energy lesson keeps students engaged while practicing essential science process skills — with zero prep required. ✔ Self-paced Google Slides ✔ Science skills focus (observe, predict, question & infer, analyze, communicate) ✔ Works for grades 5–7 ✔ Perfect for emergency sub days ✔ No materials needed Designed to be sub-friendly, standards-aligned, and engaging for upper elementary and middle school students. This
5th - 7th
Basic Principles, Engineering, Physical Science
Back to School STEM Bundle | K–2 Team-Building & Classroom Community Challenges
Kick off the school year with fun, hands-on STEM activities that build classroom community, encourage teamwork, and introduce your students to the engineering design process! This Back to School STEM Bundle includes three engaging, low-prep challenges that are perfect for the first few weeks of school. Each challenge comes with printable and some Google Slides versions for flexible use in any classroom setting. Skills Covered: Teamwork & collaboration Problem-solving Creative thinking Pla
K - 2nd
Basic Principles, Engineering
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
Comparing Multiple Design Solutions - Google Forms & Worksheets | Grade 6,7,8
Grab this resource to help your students tackle the complexities of engineering design by comparing multiple design solutions. Are your students struggling with understanding how to evaluate different approaches to problem-solving? This engaging product is designed to make the engineering design process accessible and enjoyable for middle school learners. With a mix of true/false, multiple-choice, and fill-in-the-blank questions, this resource provides a structured way for students to explore th
6th - 8th
Basic Principles, Engineering, General Science
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
Also included in: Evaluating Solutions - Google Forms & Worksheets Bundle | Grades 6,7,8
Linking Sub-Problems to Overall Design Goals - Google Forms & Worksheets
Grab this resource to help your students understand the vital connection between sub-problems and overall design goals in engineering projects. This comprehensive lesson addresses the importance of identifying and linking sub-problems during the design process, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills that are essential in the field of engineering. By engaging with various question formats, students will develop a deeper understanding of how breaking down complex issues into manag
9th - 12th
Basic Principles, Engineering, General Science
NGSS
HS-ETS1-2
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