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IDEA Problem-Solving Method for Physics and Chemistry | Back to School
Are your students struggling to solve Physics or Chemistry problems? Do they have no idea where to start? Or maybe they jump right in plugging in numbers, then get lost in the process! This was exactly the problem I was having with my AP Physics 1 students when I developed this method. I would typically present this as one of the first lessons to my students, but this can also be quickly taught within a unit whenever you feel like it is needed. I have used this method for AP Physics 1, AP Physi
10th - 12th, Higher Education
Chemistry, Physical Science, Physics
Design Your Own Experiment: Solar System Scale Walk | Inquiry Learning Projects
Give students real ownership of the scientific process with this Inquiry Learning Experiment Design Project Prompt. Instead of following a step-by-step lab, students design their own experiment using classroom materials you already have. With structured thinking prompts (but plenty of creative freedom), students plan an investigation that demonstrates the skills they’ve been learning, then write and reflect on what happened, even if their results are messy or their experiment “fails.” This re
6th - 10th
Basic Principles, Earth Sciences, Physics
NGSS
MS-ESS1-4
, MS-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-3
+1
Solar System Creative Project | Crater Impact Test, Inquiry Learning
Give students real ownership of the scientific process with this Inquiry Learning Experiment Design Project Prompt. Instead of following a step-by-step lab, students design their own experiment using classroom materials you already have. With structured thinking prompts (but plenty of creative freedom), students plan an investigation that demonstrates the skills they’ve been learning, then write and reflect on what happened, even if their results are messy or their experiment “fails.” This re
6th - 10th
Basic Principles, Earth Sciences, Physics
NGSS
MS-ESS1-4
, MS-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-3
+1
Design Your Own Experiment: Solar System Moon Shadow Tracker, Inquiry Learning
Give students real ownership of the scientific process with this Inquiry Learning Experiment Design Project Prompt. Instead of following a step-by-step lab, students design their own experiment using classroom materials you already have. With structured thinking prompts (but plenty of creative freedom), students plan an investigation that demonstrates the skills they’ve been learning, then write and reflect on what happened, even if their results are messy or their experiment “fails.” This re
6th - 10th
Basic Principles, Earth Sciences, Physics
NGSS
MS-ESS1-4
, MS-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-3
+1
Design Your Own Experiment: Solar System Satellite orbit model, Inquiry Learning
Give students real ownership of the scientific process with this Inquiry Learning Experiment Design Project Prompt. Instead of following a step-by-step lab, students design their own experiment using classroom materials you already have. With structured thinking prompts (but plenty of creative freedom), students plan an investigation that demonstrates the skills they’ve been learning, then write and reflect on what happened, even if their results are messy or their experiment “fails.” This re
6th - 10th
Basic Principles, Earth Sciences, Physics
NGSS
MS-ESS1-4
, MS-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-3
+1
Design Your Own Experiment: Waves + Communication | Sound Transmission line
Give students real ownership of the scientific process with this Inquiry Learning Experiment Design Project Prompt. Instead of following a step-by-step lab, students design their own experiment using classroom materials you already have. With structured thinking prompts (but plenty of creative freedom), students plan an investigation that demonstrates the skills they’ve been learning, then write and reflect on what happened, even if their results are messy or their experiment “fails.” This re
6th - 9th
Basic Principles, Earth Sciences, Physics
NGSS
MS-PS4-1
, MS-PS4-2
, MS-PS4-3
Design Your Own Experiment: Characteristics of Waves Lab | Waves +Communication
Give students real ownership of the scientific process with this Inquiry Learning Experiment Design Project Prompt. Instead of following a step-by-step lab, students design their own experiment using classroom materials you already have. With structured thinking prompts (but plenty of creative freedom), students plan an investigation that demonstrates the skills they’ve been learning, then write and reflect on what happened, even if their results are messy or their experiment “fails.” This re
6th - 9th
Basic Principles, Earth Sciences, Physics
NGSS
MS-PS4-1
Design Your Own Experiment: Waves + Communication | Design an Alarm System
Give students real ownership of the scientific process with this Inquiry Learning Experiment Design Project Prompt. Instead of following a step-by-step lab, students design their own experiment using classroom materials you already have. With structured thinking prompts (but plenty of creative freedom), students plan an investigation that demonstrates the skills they’ve been learning, then write and reflect on what happened, even if their results are messy or their experiment “fails.” This re
6th - 10th
Basic Principles, Earth Sciences, Physics
NGSS
MS-PS4-1
, MS-PS4-2
, MS-PS4-3
Design Your Own Experiment: Waves + Communication | Shadow Signal Tower
Give students real ownership of the scientific process with this Inquiry Learning Experiment Design Project Prompt. Instead of following a step-by-step lab, students design their own experiment using classroom materials you already have. With structured thinking prompts (but plenty of creative freedom), students plan an investigation that demonstrates the skills they’ve been learning, then write and reflect on what happened, even if their results are messy or their experiment “fails.” This re
7th - 9th
Basic Principles, Earth Sciences, Physics
NGSS
MS-PS4-1
, MS-PS4-2
, MS-PS4-3
Design Your Own Experiment: Waves + Communication | Water Wave Breaker
Give students real ownership of the scientific process with this Inquiry Learning Experiment Design Project Prompt. Instead of following a step-by-step lab, students design their own experiment using classroom materials you already have. With structured thinking prompts (but plenty of creative freedom), students plan an investigation that demonstrates the skills they’ve been learning, then write and reflect on what happened, even if their results are messy or their experiment “fails.” This re
6th - 8th
Basic Principles, Earth Sciences, Physics
NGSS
MS-PS4-1
, MS-PS4-2
, MS-PS4-3
Design Your Own Experiment: Wave behavior Activity | Create a Homemade Speaker
Give students real ownership of the scientific process with this Inquiry Learning Experiment Design Project Prompt. Instead of following a step-by-step lab, students design their own experiment using classroom materials you already have. With structured thinking prompts (but plenty of creative freedom), students plan an investigation that demonstrates the skills they’ve been learning, then write and reflect on what happened, even if their results are messy or their experiment “fails.” This re
7th - 9th
Basic Principles, Earth Sciences, Physics
NGSS
MS-PS4-1
, MS-PS4-2
, MS-PS4-3
Design Your Own Experiment: Waves+ Communication | Build a Light Reflection Maze
Give students real ownership of the scientific process with this Inquiry Learning Experiment Design Project Prompt. Instead of following a step-by-step lab, students design their own experiment using classroom materials you already have. With structured thinking prompts (but plenty of creative freedom), students plan an investigation that demonstrates the skills they’ve been learning, then write and reflect on what happened, even if their results are messy or their experiment “fails.” This re
6th - 10th
Basic Principles, Earth Sciences, Physics
NGSS
MS-PS4-1
Design Your Own Experiment: Waves + Communication | Morse Code Light Signals
Give students real ownership of the scientific process with this Inquiry Learning Experiment Design Project Prompt. Instead of following a step-by-step lab, students design their own experiment using classroom materials you already have. With structured thinking prompts (but plenty of creative freedom), students plan an investigation that demonstrates the skills they’ve been learning, then write and reflect on what happened, even if their results are messy or their experiment “fails.” This re
6th - 10th
Basic Principles, Earth Sciences, Physics
NGSS
MS-PS4-1
, MS-PS4-2
, MS-PS4-3
Marble Run Lab Sheet
This data sheet walks students through the design process of making a slow marble run. I included areas where they need to measure and average times.
3rd - 6th
Other (Math), Physics
E.5: Stellar Evolution Mastery | Fusion, H-R Diagrams & Parallax Worksheet
Stellar Evolution Mastery: IB Physics E.5 Practice Worksheet What's Included:1. 10 Challenging Multiple-Choice Questions 2. 4 In-Depth Problem-Solving Exercises 3. Detailed Answer Key with Step-by-Step Solutions Why This Worksheet:• Covers All Key E.5 Topics: From stellar evolution to the H-R diagram • Real-World Applications: Analyze actual stars like Vega and Alpha Centauri • Calculation Practice: Master parallax, luminosity, and temperature • Critical Thinking: Interpret H-R diagrams a
10th - 12th
Astronomy, General Science, Physics
The Utter Power of Proportional Reasoning
Using proportional reasoning lets us find quantitative and qualitative answers to Physics and Math problems in a fast and easy way. This 4 page tutorial explains a three step process for approaching these problems, and also has 6 completely worked examples to help the student become a master at solving proportional reasoning problems. Great prep for the AP Physics and other standardized Physics exams.
9th - 12th
Algebra 2, Math Test Prep, Physics
Leaf Tower Engineering — Fall STEM Challenge | Balance & Design Activity
🍂 Leaf Tower Engineering — Fall STEM Challenge | Balance & Design Activity Description: Challenge your students to build the tallest “leaf tower” using natural materials! This fun outdoor or indoor activity teaches design, stability, and problem solving while celebrating fall. ✅ Quick, easy setup — no special supplies ✅ Encourages creativity and teamwork ✅ Great for early finishers or makerspace use Skills Covered: Balance & stability Engineering design Measurement Includes: Materials list
4th - 9th
Physics
Earthquake Tower STEM Worksheets – Structural Engineering | Grades 6–8 PDF
Looking for student-ready STEM worksheets to support an earthquake engineering challenge in your middle school classroom? This Earthquake Shake Tower Student Worksheet Packet provides structured, student-facing pages that guide Grades 6–8 learners through the engineering design process as they design, test, analyze, and improve a tower built to withstand simulated earthquake shaking. This resource is print-and-go and designed to promote independent student work, evidence-based decision mak
6th - 8th
Earth Sciences, Engineering, Physics
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-1
, MS-ETS1-3
Also included in: Earthquake Tower STEM Worksheets Bundle – Grades 3–8 PDF
Earthquake Tower STEM Worksheets – Structural Engineering | Grades 3–5 PDF
Looking for student-ready worksheets to run an earthquake engineering challenge in your upper elementary STEM classroom? This Earthquake Shake Tower Student Worksheet Packet provides clear, student-facing pages that guide Grades 3–5 learners through the engineering design process as they design, test, and improve a tower built to withstand simulated earthquake shaking. This resource is print-and-go and designed to help students work more independently while documenting their thinking, testi
3rd - 5th
Earth Sciences, Engineering, Physics
NGSS
4-PS3-4
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
+2
Also included in: Earthquake Tower STEM Worksheets Bundle – Grades 3–8 PDF
Ball Drop Challenge
Introducing our dynamic, NGSS Supporting, lesson plan: "Building Blocks Engineering Challenge - Ball Drop!" Engage your students in an immersive exploration of engineering principles through hands-on experimentation with building blocks. In this captivating lesson, students will delve into the heart of the engineering design process by tackling a challenge: safeguarding a delicate marble from the impact of a drop. Armed with their ingenuity and problem-solving skills, students will brainstorm, p
K - 8th
Engineering, Physics, Science
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
Project Based Learning-Design a Mini-Golf Hole Challenge
Bring math and science to life with Mini-Golf Mayhem — an engaging, hands-on Project-Based Learning (PBL) unit where students design a mini-golf hole through creativity and innovation! By aligning this resource to your own geometry and science standards, students will go through the process of designing and building their very own creative mini-golf hole. Students will: Explore angles, measurement, force, and motion Apply real-world problem-solving and collaboration Innovate with creativity w
3rd - 8th
Geometry, Measurement, Physics
Long Division Strategy: DMSB (Editable)
Long Division Strategy: DMSB (Editable)Full Product DescriptionTopic: Elementary Math, Arithmetic Key Concepts: Long Division, Remainders, DMSB Mnemonic, Dividend, Divisor, Quotient Target Grade Level: Grades 4-6 Stop the struggle with long division! This editable PowerPoint teaches the DMSB mnemonic (Divide, Multiply, Subtract, Bring Down) to give students a reliable, repeatable process for solving division problems. Important Information for Teachers:Step-by-Step Guide: Breaks down a single p
7th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Algebra, Math Test Prep, Physics
Also included in: Math Fundamentals: Geometry, Algebra & Arithmetic Strategies (Editable)
STEM Lab: Magnet Maze Challenge Hands-On | Force & Motion
Get your students excited about science and engineering with this fun, hands-on Magnet Maze STEM Challenge!Perfect for 2nd – 5th Grade, this engaging STEM lab introduces students to the concepts of force and motion through exploration and play. Students will design, build, test, and improve their own maze while using a magnet to move a paperclip from start to finish — without touching it! This activity encourages: ✔ Problem-solving ✔ Critical thinking ✔ Hands-on learning ✔ Early engineerin
2nd - 5th
Engineering, Physics
Pumpkin Catapult Challenge — Fall STEM Activity | Force & Motion Experimen
Description: Launch into fall with this hands-on STEM challenge! Students design and test a mini catapult using simple materials to launch candy pumpkins (or pom-poms). Perfect for teaching force, motion, and energy transfer in a fun, seasonal way. ✅ Low-prep printable worksheet ✅ Covers Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math ✅ Great for early finishers, sub plans, or one-day STEM lessons ✅ Ideal for grades 3–8 Skills Covered: Force & motion Engineering design Measurement & data collect
4th - 8th
Art History, Engineering, Physics
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