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Free Gifted GATE STEM Sampler 2nd-3rd Grade | Hands-On Science Lab
Free gifted GATE STEM sampler, grades 2–3: "Welcome to Wonder — What Is a Scientist?" — a complete hands-on investigation with a full teacher script, student pages, and 4 built-in challenge levels.Want to see what gifted 2nd–3rd grade science actually looks like before you commit? Start here — free.This is one complete investigation from The Foundry, my classroom-tested gifted GATE STEM/STEAM curriculum. Teach it exactly as written, watch your students self-select their challenge level, and deci
2nd - 3rd
Basic Principles, Engineering, General Science
The Dot By Peter Reynolds Activities - Low Prep Dot Day STEM and STEAM
Get ready for International Dot Day with STEM and STEAM activities! This growth mindset read-aloud is sure to become one of your favorites. Warm-up the brain with dot and pixel art, and then dive into one (or all four) STEM challenges. These activities pair with the read aloud The Dot. Try these challenges and see where they take you! ✅ What You'll Get ✅ 2 warm-up activities to get the creativity flowing 4 STEM ActivitiesArt desk STEM activityEasel STEM activityPicture frame STEM activityPain
K - 3rd
Engineering
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
+3
FREE Christmas and Holidays Around the World STEM Challenge Passport
Looking for a FREE Christmas and Holidays Around the World STEM Challenge Passport? Are you planning to do some Christmas and/or Holidays Around the World STEM challenges? If yes, then here's a great FREEBIE just for you! Use this FREE Christmas and Holidays Around the World STEM Challenge Passport to track your students' progress! It works well with my Christmas Around the World STEM Challenges BUNDLE and Holidays Around the World STEM Challenges BUNDLE. Included are five pages that you can
2nd - 5th
Engineering
Fairy Tale STEM--Jack and the Parachute
This is a building and engineering projects based on Jack and the Beanstalk. Students will construct a parachute to help Jack escape the giant using everyday household and classroom items to complete this project. This activity is designed to encourage critical thinking and scientific reasoning skills, as well as, problem solving and teamwork.
Materials Needed: various paper products (coffee filters, newspaper, tissue paper, etc…); various types of string (yarn, thread, dental floss, etc…); a
3rd - 5th
Engineering
Also included in: STEM Challenge Bundle (Fairy Tale, Nursery Rhymes, Seasonal STEM)
STEM Activities & Makerspace | Choice Boards PreK Kindergarten 1st Grade FREE
Engage your primary students with STEM! It is often thought that STEM activities are only for older and advanced learners, but this can’t be further from the truth. STEM activities are for everyone. These FREE STEM Activities & MakerSpace Choice Boards for PreK, Kindergarten and 1st Grade was created to encourage little ones, pre-readers, and students with special needs to think creatively, work to the best of their ability, complete their work on time, and build using the engineering design p
PreK - 1st
Engineering
Goldilocks and the Three Bears with Depth and Complexity, Logic, and STEM
Using this resource, students will critically analyze the common fairy tale, Goldilocks and the Three Bears. Students will explore the themes and lessons utilizing the Thinking Frameworks, based on Depth and Complexity, included. Included in this resource are accompanying Logic Puzzles which further critical thinking and deductive reasoning skills. A STEM activity is also included with each fable to further develop the students’ critical and creative thinking. Buy the bundle of all twelve fairy
2nd - 5th
Engineering, English Language Arts
Also included in: Fairy Tales with Depth and Complexity and STEM BUNDLE
FREE May STEM Planning Guide Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade
K-5 Teachers! Finish the school year with STEM! This comprehensive FREE guide for End of the Year STEM activities is just what you need! Take a spring break from planning. We've got you covered! Download this FREE STEM planning guide for each grade K-5!
PreK - 5th
Earth Sciences, Engineering, Robotics
Maker Space Letters and Labels Freebie
Looking to start a Makerspace in your classroom? Not quite sure where to start? Download this freebie for what you need to get a makerspace started in your classroom! This freebie includes: -Directions -pictures -Makerspace Letters -bin labels -ideas and more! If you like this pack...check out Maker Space Fishing Day Task Card PackMaker Space Super Hero Task Card PackDon't forget to check out my Makerspace letters and labels! Also, check out my blog at: http://scienceschoolyard.blogspot.com/ fo
1st - 6th
Engineering, General Science, Science
STEAM Activity - Make Your Own TOPS - Upper Elementary and Gifted and Talented
Make a cool top in just about an hour with a few materials! They work great, are fun, and are a good engineering challenge for upper elementary students.
Materials
• 110 weight or heavier card stock
• Construction Paper
• Compass or circle template
• Glue
• 5” of 3/16” round dowel per student – only costs about 25 cents per 3 feet
• ¾” diameter wooden wheels with 3/16” holes (optional but with the optimal coolness)
2nd - 6th
Engineering, Physical Science
NASA SLS STEM and Rocketry Activities
NASA SLS STEM and Rocketry Activities is a free, ready-to-use resource for grades 3 – 8 that introduces students to NASA’s Space Launch System (SLS) and the Artemis program. It supports NGSS standards while teaching key STEM concepts like engineering design, rocket stability and conducting research. This printable includes engaging, low-prep STEM activities, including foam rocket builds, deep space habitat design challenges, and rocket stability tests, that get students thinking and communicat
3rd - 8th
Engineering, General Science, Physics
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, 3-PS2-1
, 4-PS3-4
+6
FREE Pollinator STEM Challenge | Design a Bee & Butterfly Habitat | K–3
Looking for a low-prep, hands-on STEM activity that connects science, engineering, and nature?This FREE Pollinator STEM Challenge invites students to design and build a bee and butterfly habitat while learning why pollinators are essential to our ecosystem. Perfect for STEM centers, Earth Day, spring science, early finishers, or sub plans, this activity encourages creativity, problem-solving, and real-world environmental awareness. Pairs well with: What Is Pollination - Facts + Waggle Dance + Ga
K - 3rd
Engineering, Environment, Other (ELA)
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-1
, K-LS1-1
, 2-LS2-2
Ferromagnetism & MRI Machine GATE Middle School Inquiry & Real World Connections
Inquiry & Real World Connection Worksheet designed for Gifted and Talented Students and focused on the Ferromagnetism MRI Machines lesson in Middle School Engineering & Future Technology. 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!**Answer Key Included**Be sure to check out my other products down
6th - 8th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Reading
Turfgrass and Nutrient Runoff DBQ I Agricultural Theory I Middle School GATE
📘 Full Length DBQ Style Worksheet - Standard-Aligned Document Based Questions | Turfgrass and Nutrient Runoff Worksheet | Evidence-Based Reading Engage your students in high-level critical thinking and evidence-based analysis on the subject of Agricultural Theory, with this Full Length DBQ Style Worksheet. This resource is designed to help students analyze real-world topics, interpret informational texts, and support answers with evidence—all while staying accessible for Gifted & Talented
6th - 8th
Engineering, Environment, Informational Text
Soil pH and Nutrient Lock DBQ/CER | Agriculture | GATE Middle School
📘 Full Length Standard Aligned DBQ CER Style Worksheet - Claim Evidence Reasoning | Soil pH and Nutrient Lock Worksheet | Evidence-Based Reading Engage your students in high-level critical thinking and evidence-based analysis on the subject of Agricultural Science, with this Full Length DBQ CER Style Worksheet. This resource is designed to help students analyze real-world topics, interpret informational texts, and support answers with evidence—all while staying accessible for gifted & talen
3rd - 6th
Engineering, Environment, Informational Text
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
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
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
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
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
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
Python Programming and Coding FREEBIE Cheat Sheet
Try out this CHEAT SHEET on Python programming and coding. It is designed for educators to grasp Python at a glance within 10 minutes. It is useful for educators preparing for examinations and wanting to refresh their knowledge of Python concepts in the shortest time possible. Perfect for:✔ Computer Science, AP CS, and Python Programming courses. ✔ Middle school, high school, and introductory college-level coding classes. ✔ Homeschooling parents seeking Python Programming Cheat sheet. ✔ Teachers
Not Specific
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Instructional Technology
Drone Ports GATE Middle School Inquiry & Real World Connections
Inquiry & Real World Connection Worksheet designed for Gifted and Talented Students and focused on the Drone Ports lesson in Middle School Engineering & Future Technology. 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 su
6th - 8th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Reading
Lollipop Flower Valentine's Craft & Guide FREE
The DIY Lollipop Flower Garden: A "Sweet" Valentine’s Day Craft & WorksheetBring a burst of color and a touch of sweetness to your home or classroom this February! The DIY Lollipop Flower Garden is an easy-to-prep, high-engagement activity that combines coloring, fine motor skills, and a delicious 3D surprise. This resource is designed to be a "print-and-go" solution for busy parents and teachers looking for a meaningful handmade Valentine or center activity. Children and even adults will love
Not Specific
Engineering, Not Subject Specific, Other (Arts)
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