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FREE Intro to Engineering Design Process Unit | MYP Design | STEM Lessons
Kick off your school year with a ready-to-teach, process-focused design unit! This free 5-lesson mini-unit introduces middle school students to the Design Thinking Cycle through real-world, hands-on challenges. Perfect for MYP Design, STEM, or STEAM classrooms, it helps students build empathy, define meaningful problems, brainstorm creative ideas, test paper prototypes, and reflect on their learning — all with minimal prep. This unit includes interactive teaching slides, scaffolded graphic
5th - 9th
Engineering
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, HS-ETS1-2
, 3-5-ETS1-3
+7
FREE Invisible Ink Chemistry Lesson | STEM-Gifted-Grades 2-8 | Cipher Lab
Free chemistry investigation for STEM, gifted, and mixed-ability classrooms (grades 2-8). Teach invisible ink with real acid chemistry (pH). CER scaffolds, differentiation, workbook pages. THE CIPHER LAB FREE SAMPLER Invisible Ink & Acid Chemistry — Investigation 1 Try Velvet Rigor before you buy. This free 12-page Sampler contains one complete investigation from The Cipher Lab Bundle — ready to teach Monday morning. WHAT'S INSIDE THIS FREE SAMPLER: ✓ Complete teacher script for Investigation 1
3rd - 6th
Chemistry, Engineering, Physical Science
CCSS, NGSS
W.2.1
, W.4.1
, W.6.1
+6
DNA Structure Worksheet | Genetic Engineering Activity GATE Middle School
🧠 Worksheet | Genetic Engineering | Gifted & Talented Middle School Critical ThinkingEngage your students with this high-interest, real-world Genetic Engineering worksheet focused on DNA Structure. This resource is designed to promote critical thinking, inquiry-based learning, and real-world application, making it perfect for modern classrooms. Students will explore meaningful scenarios, analyze real-world connections, and express their ideas through structured questions that go beyond bas
6th - 8th
Biology, Engineering, Health
FREE Maker Mat - An Engineering Design Challenge Tool for STEAM Activities
The Maker Mat is a fan favorite resource my K-8 teaching teams love no matter what state I teach in. I created the mat almost 10 years ago and have been tweaking and using it ever since in every distinct classroom I enter! Classrooms as young as K and as old as 8th grade love this guiding template as it allows students to work independently through the engineering design process no matter what the design challenge is. It anchors learners as they organize their ideas, plan, and reflect on their
K - 8th
Engineering, Other (Arts)
Free Foil Boats | Middle School STEM Challenge | Inquiry based learning activity
Students take on the role of engineers as they design and build a boat using aluminum foil to hold the greatest possible load without sinking. Through testing and redesign, they explore buoyancy, weight distribution, and the relationship between shape and performance. This quick, hands-on challenge encourages teamwork, data collection, and iterative thinking while making abstract science concepts visible and tangible. Perfect for introducing forces, properties of matter, or the engineering d
6th - 8th
Engineering
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-4
, MS-ETS1-1
+1
FREE Sample | STEM & Critical Thinking | Think Like an Inventor | GATE
FREE Sample of the 'Think like an Inventor' Workbook Are your students tired of the same old STEM building challenges? Do you need a zero-prepactivity that actually teaches them howto think, not just what to build? Welcome to the "Think Like an Inventor" Series!This comprehensive bundle uses TRIZ(The Theory of Inventive Problem Solving)—the exact same innovation framework used by engineers at NASA, Samsung, and Boeing—adapted perfectly for middle-grade students (Ages 8-14). Instead of messy
3rd - 8th
Basic Principles, Engineering
No Prep STEM Challenge + FREE Task Card
Can you build a tower using only popsicle sticks and cupcake liners? Challenge children to build as tall as they can, while still keeping their tower strong and in tact with this no prep STEM challenge for kids. The activity is quick and easy to set up, and lots of fun and learning happens for kids. All you need are cupcake liners and popsicle sticks. Collect the materials and the kids do the rest! This product includes the task card describing the challenge for children. A link to a full activ
PreK - 1st
Engineering, For All Subjects
Carbon Capture Systems - Environmental Technology Investigation & Handout
In this FREE product your students will investigate the environmental technology of carbon capture systems! The activity is broken up into three parts that describe the technology, its benefits, and drawbacks. After your students have read through the information, they will research a current in-use CCS from around the world while filling out three investigation questions! Included In This Product:2 Page activity for students to read through and use as a research sheet3 part explanation reading
9th - 12th
Chemistry, Engineering, Environment
NGSS
HS-ESS3-3
, HS-ESS3-1
Capstone Engineering Design | Tech Ed | STEM Activity GATE Middle School
🧠 Worksheet | Tech Ed | Gifted & Talented Middle School Critical ThinkingEngage your students with this high-interest, real-world Tech Ed worksheet focused on Capstone Engineering Design. This resource is designed to promote critical thinking, inquiry-based learning, and real-world application, making it perfect for modern classrooms. Students will explore meaningful scenarios, analyze real-world connections, and express their ideas through structured questions that go beyond basic recall.
6th - 8th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Instructional Technology
STEM Challenge Card: Spaghetti Skyscraper (Free Sample)
This free card is a sample from the 20-card STEM Challenge Card set by The Maker Classroom. Students use 20 sticks of dry spaghetti, one marshmallow, tape, and string to build the tallest freestanding tower they can in 18 minutes, with the marshmallow on top. It sounds simple, but it isn't. This download includes one challenge card front and one teacher notes page with materials list, time, group size, learning objectives, and a classroom-tested teacher tip. Recommended for grades 4–8. Works wel
4th - 8th
Engineering, General Science, Other (Science)
Decision Making Worksheet | FFA & Agriculture STEM Activity GATE Middle School
🧠 Worksheet | FFA & Agriculture | Gifted & Talented Middle School Critical ThinkingEngage your students with this high-interest, real-world FFA & Agriculture worksheet focused on Decision Making. This resource is designed to promote critical thinking, inquiry-based learning, and real-world application, making it perfect for modern classrooms. Students will explore meaningful scenarios, analyze real-world connections, and express their ideas through structured questions that go beyond basic
6th - 8th
Biology, Engineering, Environment
Fish Bowl - STEM, Invention, Enrichment Lesson Plans, Project, Worksheet
Fish Bowl: A STEM & Design Thinking Project for Middle SchoolLike "Shark Tank" but for students! Transform your classroom into an innovation lab with this engaging, standards-aligned invention project that has students identifying real-world problems, researching solutions, and creating prototypes from recycled materials! What's Included:Complete student checklist and work pages broken down into a set of 13 tasksAssessment rubric optionsPresentation guidelines and pitch frameworkWhy Teachers L
5th - 9th
Engineering, General Science
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-4
, MS-ETS1-1
+1
Load Bearing Structures Worksheet | Carpentry Activity GATE Middle School
🧠 Worksheet | Welding | Gifted & Talented Middle School Critical ThinkingEngage your students with this high-interest, real-world Carpentry worksheet focused on Load Bearing Structures. This resource is designed to promote critical thinking, inquiry-based learning, and real-world application, making it perfect for modern classrooms. Students will explore meaningful scenarios, analyze real-world connections, and express their ideas through structured questions that go beyond basic recall. Fo
6th - 8th
Engineering, Instructional Technology, Physical Science
Lubrication Systems Worksheet | Auto Shop Activity GATE Middle School
🧠 Worksheet | Auto Shop | Gifted & Talented Middle School Critical ThinkingEngage your students with this high-interest, real-world Auto Shop worksheet focused on Lubrication Systems. This resource is designed to promote critical thinking, inquiry-based learning, and real-world application, making it perfect for modern classrooms. Students will explore meaningful scenarios, analyze real-world connections, and express their ideas through structured questions that go beyond basic recall. For
6th - 8th
Engineering, Instructional Technology, Physical Science
Equity and Access Worksheet | Personal Medicine STEM Activity GATE Middle School
🧠 Worksheet | Personal Medicine | Gifted & Talented Middle School Critical ThinkingEngage your students with this high-interest, real-world Personal Medicine worksheet focused on Equity and Access. This resource is designed to promote critical thinking, inquiry-based learning, and real-world application, making it perfect for modern classrooms. Students will explore meaningful scenarios, analyze real-world connections, and express their ideas through structured questions that go beyond bas
6th - 8th
Biology, Engineering, Health
37 Problems in Alternating Current with solutions
18 pgs 37 problems with solutionsAlternating current problems can use the standard formulas: V=IR P=V2/R=I2R=VI as long as rms values are used. 6 pgs of problems using these with 10 problems followed by detailed solutions. The next 12 pages has 27 problems with solutions and is focused on Inductors, Capacitors and Resistors in series in 120 v AC circuits. Students can see how to add phases of voltages to get output voltage and then currents and pow
10th - 12th, Higher Education
Engineering, Physics
Center of Mass Worksheet | Aerospace STEM Activity GATE Middle School
🧠 Worksheet | Aerospace | Gifted & Talented Middle School Critical ThinkingEngage your students with this high-interest, real-world Aerospace Engineering worksheet focused on Center of Mass and Stability. This resource is designed to promote critical thinking, inquiry-based learning, and real-world application, making it perfect for modern classrooms. Students will explore meaningful scenarios, analyze real-world connections, and express their ideas through structured questions that go beyo
6th - 8th
Engineering, Physical Science, Physics
Tires Worksheet | Crash Physics STEM Activity GATE Middle School
🧠 Worksheet | Applied Physics | Gifted & Talented Middle School Critical ThinkingEngage your students with this high-interest, real-world Applied Physics worksheet focused on Tires. This resource is designed to promote critical thinking, inquiry-based learning, and real-world application, making it perfect for modern classrooms. Students will explore meaningful scenarios, analyze real-world connections, and express their ideas through structured questions that go beyond basic recall. For a F
6th - 8th
Engineering, Physical Science, Physics
STEM Planning Poster
Do you implement STEM lessons/projects in your classroom? Do you have a classroom Makerspace? Are you interested in beginning STEM or starting a Makerspace?
STEM Planning Poster is a FREE resource to use with students when teaching them how to effectively plan for STEM projects. Use it for:
-A visual display at your classroom Makerspace
-A beginning of year lesson for STEM
-A reference poster
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1st - 4th
Engineering
Faith Based Intro to STEM Presentation and Activity Grades K-2
Resource contains links to Canva and Google presentations. Use this presentation to introduce STEM to K/1st/2nd grade students. It covers the basics of what STEM is with a faith based perspective and a Christian worldview. It includes a basic STEM activity - building a "tower" or a "wall" from cups or blocks as a quick build introduction to how STEM activities work. If you like this introduction, there are many more faith-based resources available to connect your students to the Creator God who
K - 2nd
Engineering, Other (Science), Religion
CCSS, NGSS
K.CC.A.2
, K.CC.A.3
, K.CC.B.4
+2
Free Arduino Starter Activity | Blinking LED Lesson + Student Worksheet | STEM
Free Arduino Starter Activity – Blinking LED Lesson + Student WorksheetIntroduce your students to Arduino programming and physical computing with this simple and engaging beginner STEM activity. In this lesson, students build a basic circuit and upload their first Arduino program to make an LED blink. This activity is perfect for introducing coding, electronics, and engineering concepts in middle school STEM classrooms. Students will learn how software interacts with hardware while developing
5th - 9th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Robotics
Free Upper Elementary Enrichment Planning Guide: 4 Weeks Science Focus
4 Weeks of Science (Weather & Climate) and Engineering Enrichment—Made Simple! Kick off the month of March with confidence using this FREE Enrichment Planning Guide for grades 3–5. It’s designed to help upper elementary teachers map out four weeks of meaningful, low-prep enrichment activities that spark curiosity and critical thinking from day one. 🌟Want all the resources in this Planning Guide? Grab the monthly bundle 50% off HERE!Inside, you’ll get: Planning Templates – Organize your enri
3rd - 6th
Earth Sciences, Engineering
Kitchen Brigade GATE Middle School Inquiry & Real World Connections
Inquiry & Real World Connection Worksheet designed for Gifted and Talented Students and focused on the Kitchen Brigade lesson in Middle School Career & Technical Education. See Thumbnails for more details. Simply purchase, download and copy! Each Worksheet Includes:10x Real World Related Prompts on the Topic20x Questions for Student Inquiry & Expressing Opinions (2 Questions per Prompt)Great For Student Engagement!For a FREE example of this type of resource click: HERE**Answer Key Included**Be s
6th - 8th
Business, Engineering, Physical Science
Falconry GATE Middle School Inquiry & Real World Connections
Inquiry & Real World Connection Worksheet designed for Gifted and Talented Students and focused on the Falconry Bird Abatement at Airports lesson in Middle School Career & Technical Education. See Thumbnails for more details. Simply purchase, download and copy! Each Worksheet Includes:10x Real World Related Prompts on the Topic20x Questions for Student Inquiry & Expressing Opinions (2 Questions per Prompt)Great For Student Engagement!For a FREE example of this type of resource click: HERE**Answe
6th - 8th
Business, Engineering, Physical Science
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