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The Best Nest- A Spring Engineering/ STEAM Challenge
This unit has become a go-to favorite each Spring! Packed with hands-on design thinking experiences, it aligns with grade-level standards while encouraging creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving. Students are fully engaged as they construct and test their nests, applying concepts of weight distribution, materials, and structural stability. This dynamic experience seamlessly weaves together science, math, and engineering—proving that exploration and innovation have no age limits! Prod
K - 6th
Engineering, Environment, Measurement
Design a Safe Drop System
🪂 Design a Safe Drop System: A Phenomena-Based STEM Engineering Challenge (5E Lesson)Engage your students in authentic, high-impact learning with this real-world STEM design challenge where they investigate a compelling phenomenon and apply physics, math, and engineering principles to solve a critical problem: How can we design a system that safely controls the motion of a falling object? 🌍 PHENOMENA-BASED LEARNING THAT DRIVES CURIOSITY This project begins with an observable, real-world phe
6th - 12th
Applied Math, Engineering, Physics
CCSS, NGSS
HSF-IF.A.2
, HSF-IF.B.4
, HSF-IF.B.6
+5
Also included in: STEM Night Expo Bundle
Hands-On Cardboard Engineering | K–3 SPED STEM Worksheets & Activities
Bring hands-on STEM learning to your K–3 SPED classroom with Adapted DIY Cardboard Plywood | K–3 SPED Reading & Worksheets! This fully adapted resource turns everyday materials like cardboard into strong panels and beams, giving students an engaging, safe, and affordable way to explore engineering, problem-solving, and creative design. Each grade level, Kindergarten through 3rd, includes step-by-step worksheets tailored for SPED learners, making STEM accessible, understandable, and fun. Student
K - 3rd
Engineering, Geometry, Social Emotional Learning
Innovation Celebration PBL, Design Your Own Invention, Project-based Learning
Project-based learning allows for students to engage in solving a real-world problem or answering a complex question. They demonstrate their knowledge and skills by creating a public product or presentation for a real audience. Students have choice throughout the course of the project, including how to show mastery. Students reflect on progress and engage in the feedback process. PRINT AND GO!!! Throughout is project, students will complete the design thinking process to create an invention tha
4th - 8th
Engineering, Science
Shoe Sculpture Challenge - Beginning of Year Group Project - PPT + Instructions
The best beginning of Year/Semester project! Everyone raves over this assignment and it is such a joy watching students collaborate and problem solve with just cardboard, masking tape, and glue. This Shoe Sculpture Challenge allows students to work in a group to build a shoe of any style with basic materials. They must figure it out together and the shoe must fit a group "Cinderella"! Finished shoes are voted on for Most Creative and Best Craftsmanship. This is sure to be a hit in your classro
4th - 12th
Classroom Community, Engineering, Visual Arts
EtherChannel | CCNA 200-301 Prep and Networking Lessons
This lesson is on EtherChannel. Ideal for ICT, Computer Science, Networking, or certification prep (CCNA, CCNP, or CompTIA Network+), it explains how EtherChannel combines multiple physical links into one logical connection, increasing bandwidth, redundancy, and reliability between network devices while simplifying management and configuration. Things we’ll coverWhat is EtherChannel? What problems does it solve?Configuring Layer 2/Layer 3 EtherChannels◇◆◇◆◇◆◇◆◇◆◇◆◇◆◇◆◇◆◇◆◇◆◇◆ Formats Provide
9th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Instructional Technology
Also included in: The Ultimate CCNA & Networking BUNDLE [ From Zero to Network Pro ]
Elementary K–2 Rubber Band Guitar STEM Challenge
A simple, hands-on STEM Challenge designed for early elementary learners. Perfect for classrooms, homeschool, STEM bins, or after-school enrichment. WHAT’S INCLUDED: • 3-page STEM Challenge set: Cover Page, Instructions Page, Activity Page • Clear, consistent directions designed for real classrooms • Kid-friendly layout that supports independent exploration • Printable PDF (8.5x11) SKILL TARGETS: • Engineering design pr
K - 2nd
Engineering, Other (Science), Physical Science
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 1-PS4-1
Algorithm Analysis & Design: Mathematical Analysis of Recursive Algorithms
This lesson provides a complete, concept-clear foundation in the Mathematical Analysis of Recursive Algorithms, covering recurrence relations, basic operation counting, forward and backward substitution, and mathematical evaluation of recursive algorithm efficiency. ────────── ⋆⋅☆⋅⋆ ────────── What’s Included 💡 Full Mathematical Analysis of Recursive Algorithms Slide Deck (PPT + PDF)💡 Worked recursive algorithm examples💡 Forward and backward substitution solutions💡 Operation-count
10th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Instructional Technology
Also included in: Algorithm Analysis & Design | Complete Step-by-Step Curriculum
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Introduction To Data Structures, Algorithms & Dynamic Array [ Includes C++ ]
This lesson gives learners the mental framework behind why data structures exist, when to use each one, and how to implement them correctly . Perfect For Programming, Coding, Computer Science & ICT classes ────────── ⋆⋅☆⋅⋆ ────────── 🧠 What Students Will Actually Master ✨✨✏️What data structures are — and why they exist✏️How data organization impacts speed and memory✏️How to choose the right data structure for a problem ✏️Arrays vs Dynamic Arrays — when fixed size fails✏️Array vs Linked
9th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Instructional Technology
Winter Nature STEAM Challenge Cards & Lesson Plan | Hands-On, Engineering, SEL
Winter Nature STEAM Challenges | Engineering, SEL & Mindful Learning) Bring calm, creativity, and hands-on engineering into your winter classroom with Nature STEAM Challenge Cards: Winter Wonders from Desert Willow Explorers. This thoughtfully designed resource blends science, engineering, art, and mindfulness through open-ended challenges inspired by nature and the winter season. Students design, build, test, and reflect using natural and recycled materials, while developing problem-solving
3rd - 8th
Classroom Community, Engineering, Other (ELA)
Weather & Climate Reading Comprehension + STEM Severe Weather Reports and Graphs
Make science and reading work together—without adding more prep. This Weather & Climate bundle combines meaningful reading comprehension, real-world data collection, and hands-on STEM challenges to help 2nd-grade students truly understand weather, climate, and severe weather. Students read, discuss, observe, build, test, and reflect—connecting science concepts to literacy in a way that feels purposeful and engaging. This bundle includes:✔ A complete Weather & Climate Reading Comprehension
2nd
Earth Sciences, Engineering, Reading
CCSS, NGSS
RI.2.1
, RI.2.2
, RI.2.3
+5
Database Design and Normalization Complete Lesson | Database Management System
This lesson provides a complete foundation in Database Design and Normalization, covering data redundancy, functional dependencies, normalization forms (1NF–BCNF), and real-world design decisions. Designed to help students understand WHY good database design matters before writing SQL, using clear tables, step-by-step decompositions, and exam-ready normalization examples. ────────── ⋆⋅☆⋅⋆ ────────── What’s Included 💡 Full Database Design & Normalization Slide Deck💡 Detailed Teacher No
10th - 12th, Higher Education
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Instructional Technology
Complete Python Programming Curriculum for Classrooms | Everything for Teachers
This Complete Python Programming Step-by-Step Curriculum is a full, structured pathway that takes students from computer science basics to writing real, object-oriented Python programs. Built for teachers who want clarity, progression, and zero gaps, this bundle removes overwhelm and delivers everything needed to teach Python with confidence────────── ⋆⋅☆⋅⋆ ────────── What’s Included💡 Complete Python Curriculum Slide Decks (PPT + PDF) 💡 Computer Science foundations + Python fundamentals
9th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Instructional Technology
8th Grade Engineering Our Cosmos | GROWING BUNDLE!
8th Grade Engineering Our Cosmos | GROWING BUNDLE!Engineering Our Cosmos Storyline (Adaptable for Grades 6 - 8): Humanity has long looked to the stars with wonder. Now, we stand at the dawn of a new era, where engineers will lead the way to other worlds. Your mission: design the tools, technologies, and systems that enable human exploration and survival beyond Earth. Each challenge brings us closer to life among the stars—and drives innovations that improve life here on Earth. It’s time to start
6th - 8th
Engineering, General Science
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-4
, MS-ETS1-1
+1
Bottle Cap Project in Onshape: Complete CAD Lesson with Teacher Resources
This is a beginner-to-intermediate CAD project where learners design a realistic Fanta Orange bottle cap in Onshape. It includes a step-by-step project guide, a teacher’s guide with pacing and built-in checks, a student quiz with answer key, poster-style visuals, and classroom-ready cheat sheets. Students will model the ridged edges that give the cap strength and grip, loft smooth transitions between profiles, shell the cap for lightweight functionality, and apply a branded decal for an authenti
5th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Robotics
1st Grade STEM Discoveries | GROWING BUNDLE!
1st Grade STEM Discoveries | GROWING BUNDLE!STEM Discoveries Storyline: Terra (a robot) arrives in the present because her futuristic world is missing some important things - creativity, curiosity, and the spirit of exploration! Her sensors picked up signs of innovation coming from your classroom. Terra’s mission: Learn from the students and discover STEM knowledge and inventions to bring back to the future! This bundle contains our new 1st Grade STEM Discoveries series - get ready to disco
1st
Engineering, General Science
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
Hands-On Weather Activities | 2nd Grade Science Enrichment STEM Challenges
Hands-on weather activities and STEM challenges for 2nd grade. Science investigations exploring weather patterns, wind, clouds, seasons, and severe weather for enrichment and critical thinking. Looking for engaging hands-on weather activities that go beyond worksheets? These STEM challenges for 2nd grade provide interactive science lessons that strengthen weather concepts through science investigations, engineering challenges, and critical thinking. Designed as 2nd grade science enrichment, t
2nd - 3rd
Earth Sciences, Engineering, General Science
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-1
Analysis of Algorithms II Complete Lesson | Algorithm Analysis and Design
This lesson focuses on applying time complexity concepts to real problems using naive, efficient, and advanced algorithms. Ideal for Computer Science, ICT, IT Fundamentals, AP CS, and introductory Data Structures courses, with slides, teacher guide, assessments, and answer keys included. ────────── ⋆⋅☆⋅⋆ ────────── What’s Included 💡 Full Analysis of Algorithms II Slide Deck 💡 Detailed Teacher Guide & Teaching Script💡 Complete Assessment Test💡 Full Answer Key💡 Worked algorithm des
10th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Instructional Technology
Also included in: Algorithm Analysis & Design | Complete Step-by-Step Curriculum
Design a Park
Your students will step into the role of city planners and park designers, tasked with creating a brand-new community park that serves families, nature lovers, and fitness enthusiasts alike. Using graph paper, students will: Design a park layout that includes required features.Calculate the area of each feature by multiplying length × width.Determine the perimeter of selected features to understand fencing or border needs.Compare areas to make decisions about space usage and layout efficiency.
3rd - 5th
Basic Operations, Engineering, Measurement
CCSS, NGSS
3.MD.C.5
, 3.MD.C.5a
, 3.MD.C.6
+5
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