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Engineering Design Process Worksheet Orgranizer ⚙️ FREE Sound STEM Challenge ⚙️
This Engineering Design Process graphic organizer is one of my most loved resources! If you have looked online for an EDP graphic organizer, you've probably seen this one pop up. It's been used and shared by thousands of teachers all over the world! In this STEM sampler pack you can try out a free STEM challenge or STEM sticks. What You'll GetA sound-based voice muffler STEM challenge with corresponding vocabulary cards so you and your students can "talk like an engineer"Engineering design proce
1st - 6th
Engineering
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Quick Build STEM Activities Freebie
Quick Build STEM Activities are the perfect addition to any classroom. Teachers who are limited on time will love using these simple STEM activities in centers, makerspaces, choice boards and more! A quick build in STEM is like a quick write in ELA: Students will not go all the way through the engineering design process; instead, they will choose a challenge and quickly “draft” a design to build. The focus of these activities is primarily on the build. Reflection questions are also provided for
3rd - 6th
Engineering, Math
Also included in: 9 QUICK BUILD STEM ACTIVITIES for Sub Plans, Centers & Early Finishers
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
Christmas STEM Challenge Freebie - Winter STEM Freebie
This STEM pack has everything you need to implement a fun Christmas themed STEM challenge. Your students will be engaged and learning while having fun seeing who can stack the most mini cups in the shape of a Christmas tree.
This is just a small sample of one of my many STEM challenges. For the complete Christmas STEM challenge set please visit:
Christmas STEM Challenges for the Month of December
STEM challenges work best with groups and encourages design and construction, while working thr
2nd - 5th
Engineering
LEGO Letter Cards and Task Cards A–Z Printable Free, Editable on Google Slides
These fun LEGO letter cards & task cards will help your little learners develop fine motor skills, learn letter formation, recognize letters, and identify letter sounds. ALL while they think they're just PLAYING! Print these Lego letter building cards once and laminate them to use year after year. Add in some Legos (or generic building bricks), and put everything in a box. Get 1500 pieces in $25 only! Click hereVoila! You have an instant fine motor center or alphabet intervention activity. What
PreK - 1st
Alphabet, Engineering, Visual Arts
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
+2
STEM Bell Ringers Freebie Activities - One Week
STEM Problems -- Your transition into STEM class feels chaotic & you need 5 minutes to get prepared WITHOUT wasting valuable instructional minutes. You need STEM sub plans & centers that require no materials & are low prep / no prep. Your students struggle with creativity, critical thinking & curiosity -- maybe even with STEM activities in general STEM Solutions -- The activities inside this bundle can be done in ~5 minutes each day as bell ringers, or you can combine an entire week
3rd - 6th
Engineering
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
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
Lincoln Logs Task Cards: Making 2D Shapes FREEBIE: Kindergarten/Year 1 Math
This FREE download consists of 16 construction task cards and children will love the challenge of building the various 2D shapes using Wooden Logs such as Lincoln Logs. This would make an ideal independent activity or morning center for a Kindergarten, Prep or Year 1 class. This is an excellent task to develop: Problem solving and reasoning skillsMathematical language Mathematical understanding – geometry, size, space etc. Print in color (8 pages/16 cards). Laminate and re-use! You
PreK - 1st
Engineering, Geometry, Other (Math)
CCSS
K.G.A.2
, K.G.B.4
, K.G.B.5
+1
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
Free Thanksgiving STEM Challenge
Kids love the holidays, especially Thanksgiving. Keep the learning going over the holiday with a Thanksgiving STEM activity. Use the free printable activity card and materials to make set up quick and easy! Perfect for the kids table, the classroom or just for fun as a family or group, this Thanksgiving STEM challenge is one kids of all ages will love. Using just a sheet of paper children will being the challenge. A link to the blog post with set up instructions and photos of activity ideas is i
K - 2nd
Engineering
FREE KEVA Plank STEM Task Cards | Halloween Themed for Grades 3–5
4 KEVA Plank Task Cards – Halloween Edition Want to purchase the whole set: 24 KEVA Plank STEM Task Cards | Halloween Themed for Grades 3–5 | TPTLooking for a quick, engaging STEM activity with a spooky twist? These 4 Halloween-themed KEVA Plank task cards are perfect for introducing students to hands-on building challenges while encouraging problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking. ✨ What’s Included: 4 unique Halloween-themed KEVA Plank task cards Print-and-go format for easy u
3rd - 5th
Engineering
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
13 Marble Run STEM Challenges Perfect for Any Science Center or Maker Space
In the challenges students will be tasked with using marble run track pieces to design and engineer several different marble runs. Some of the challenges are related to nursery rhymes, some are centered around characters in a Maker Fun Factory, and other challenges have students analyzing Newton’s Laws of Motion while thinking critically.
These STEM activities are designed for students in grades K-8.
If you like these challenges check out my other STEM and Maker Challenges in my Teachers Pay
K - 10th
Engineering
STEM Challenge Task Cards Hashtag Blocks Building Bricks Fast Finishers Centers
STEM challenge task cards with a food alphabet theme for beginner builders! These are basic tasks for building materials like hashtag blocks, building bricks, play dough, pipe cleaners, or interlocking cubes. If you do a letter of the week theme, this is another way to get hands on with your ABCs! ✅ What You'll Get ✅ Overview and teacher notes with building tips40 A to Z food building cards! There are several letters with more than one building idea (X is excluded) as well as a free build card.
PreK - 1st
Engineering, Measurement
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
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)
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
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)
7:07
STEM Center for Building Bricks Demo and Sample STEM Mat
STEM Centers can be easy to set up and use. This is a demo and free sample of STEM Centers for Building Bricks. Geared toward K-2 students, these mats make it easy to have a STEM center your kids can access independently.
A sample STEM Mat is included in both classic and spring colors so that you can try out the activity. This mat is not included in the paid resource so be sure to download it if you want both!
K - 2nd
Engineering, Measurement
Space STEM Activity (FREE Task Card)
Bring STEM into your classroom with this Spring STEM Activity. Can you launch a rocket in the air? Can you launch a asteroid? Add this activity to your space studies for some hands-on fun and learning! Print the free task card to make set up easy. There is a link to the full activity description to go along with the task cards. This activity works well in a classroom or at home. Challenge children to compete with other builders to see who can make their rocket fly the furthest.
PreK - 1st
Astronomy, Engineering, Other (Science)
3rd Grade Benchmark Advance - STEM Challenge Cards FREEBIE
I am so excited to share these STEM challenge cards that relate directly to Benchmark Advance CA stories. You may use these for small group, during your STEM block, to send home, or in your Maker Space area! Students were totally engaged in the activities they chose and had enough background knowledge to be creative, critical thinkers, and problem solvers! Units 1 and 2 are done. I'm working on the rest of the units so keep an eye out for them! Hope your students enjoy these as much as mine di
3rd
Engineering
Spring STEM Activity (FREE Task Card)
Bring STEM into your classroom with this Spring STEM Activity. Can you get the egg back to the nest? Use simple materials to create a path for the eggs. Print the free task card to make set up easy. There is a link to the full activity description to go along with the task cards. This activity works well on a classroom tabletop or even a kitchen table.
PreK - 1st
Engineering, Other (Science)
DESIGN CHALLENGE SAMPLER • a Freebie For You!
Design Challenge Sampler is a FREEBIE for you created to teach kids how to think, generate new, creative ideas, and elaborate and build on existing ideas. Each task card is illustrated and designed to stimulate thinking “outside the box.” These projects make great STEM activities for individuals or for use with teams to foster cooperative learning. A Student Evaluation Form is also included. Design Challenge Sampler presents ideas for creative thinking formatted on easy-to-use, 8 ½” x 11” tas
4th - 6th
Engineering
Easter STEM - FREE Task Card
This Easter, add a hands-on Easter themed STEM activity for kids. Use a few simple materials for children to build and test a structure. The resources includes task cards to print and set up with the materials. You can also use the cards to create an Easter STEM kit. The task cards are included in color and black and white. There is also a link to a blog post describing how to set up the activity. Happy Easter.
Not Specific
Engineering, For All Subjects
FREE Foam Board Safety Booklet - Project Based Learning PBL tool safety tips!
Rated 5 out of 5⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Extremely satisfied"A nice addition to our Safety Studies this year. Thank you!"Use these tools & tips when completing a foam board project to ensure success & safety.Includes 2 files for:Booklet printing (2 pages per US Letter Page: Staple down the center and fold to create a booklet)Viewing as a digital bookDownload this free booklet and use it in your next class!
Not Specific
Engineering, Geometry
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