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STEM Activities Challenge Projects Team Building Engineering Design Process
If your students enjoy doing STEM or STEAM activities, they will LOVE this set of 5 fully-planned out challenges! All five themed STEM challenges center around the story of a shipwrecked traveler stranded on a deserted island. After watching an introductory “movie trailer” and hearing the story of the shipwreck, students will read five of the traveler's diary entries. Each entry will challenge them to design and build something to help him survive and get back to civilization! These STEM chall
4th - 7th
Engineering, Physical Science
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
STEM Bins® Speed Builds BUNDLE STEM Activities: Morning Work Tubs Fast Finishers
STEM Bins Speed Builds Activities are ideal STEM activities for hands-on Morning Work or Soft Starts, early finishers, enrichment, and team building. Challenge cards are compatible with the following 12 building materials:Pattern Blocks - 24 cardsMini Cups - 24 cardsLinking Cubes / Snap Cubes - 24 cardsBase Ten Blocks - 24 cardsBuilding Bricks / LEGO bricks - 24 cardsDominoes - 24 cardsMagnetic Tiles/Shapes - 24 cardsMagnetic Cubes - 24 cardsHashtag Blocks (Target Dollar Spot) - 48 cardsHoliday
K - 5th
Engineering
Pioneer STEM Activities Project Based Learning Building Simple Machines Pulley
This is a set of 5 STEM challenges centered around the story of a pioneer family. After watching an introductory “movie trailer” and hearing about the family's travels during the westward expansion, students will read about different parts of the journey. Each one will challenge them to design something to help the family build their new life. Includes 5 different STEM projects: Thirsty Travelers: Design A Water FilterHome Sweet Home: Construct A CabinWhose Territory?: Build A TowerBath Time: S
4th - 7th
Engineering, Physical Science
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-PS3-4
, 4-PS3-4
+5
Winter STEM Activities Challenge Science Projects Parachute Tower Catapult Igloo
This set of winter STEM challenges are centered around the story of a group of stranded arctic explorers who need your students' help to survive! Begin by showing students the "movie trailer" ( preview video) to build interest. After hearing the story of the failed expedition, students will read 5 diary entries. Each one presents a problem to solve and will challenge them to design something to help the group make it back to base camp. Includes 5 separate winter STEM challenges: Arctic Architect
4th - 7th
Engineering, Physical Science
No Prep STEM Activity for STEM Sub Plans or Early Finishers Science Sub Plans
#SizzlingSTEM STEM Design Domino is the ideal solution for STEM sub plans, early finishers, choice boards, Fun Friday activities, and low-prep STEM centers because it's packed with 432 easy STEM design activities that require minimal prep & deliver maximum engagement! This flexible, print-and-go resource helps students practice critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving with no building supplies required. All you need is paper, pencil, and a domino or die (or even just a random nu
2nd - 5th
Engineering, General Science
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
STEM Activities BUNDLE - Simple STEM with plates, popsicle sticks, and cups
#SizzlingSTEM STEM doesn't have to break the bank! These LOW PREP challenges use simple materials. Did I mention they are easy enough to leave with a sub? Students will have access to 15 guided STEM challenges plus additional open-ended activities. This works well for upper elementary and middle school STEM teachers. Though it is marked grades 2+, younger students can also attempt basic challenges with the task cards or tinker with the materials, while upper grades can work on directed challenge
2nd - 8th
Engineering
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Sphero Mini Golf: Design, Build, and Code Your Own Course!
**Updated 05/03/23 with larger card size variation as well as full-sized slides for projection. This card set guides students through the process of creating a mini golf hole, with specific criteria and constraints to follow. Students will then use the Sphero Edu app to program their robot ball to navigate the course they've created. Along the way, they'll learn valuable coding and problem-solving skills. To complete this challenge, students will need butcher paper, construction paper or markers
3rd - 12th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering
Also included in: Sphero Bundle 2
STEM Engineering Bellwork Critical Thinking Warm-ups Bell Ringers 20 Cards
Are you looking for STEM bell ringers? (You've found them!) Activate your students' brains with these STEM critical thinking warm-ups! This is a set of 20 warm up cards, 5 for each of the aspects of STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics). These warm-ups can be done independently (use the optional recording page) or as a whole class activity. Materials needed: paperindex cardsa hole punchtoothpicksWhy use STEM warm-ups?These prompts set the stage for students to start thinking
2nd - 6th
Engineering
3D Fidget Spinner Tinkercad Lesson Plan for 3D Printing
Design a 3D Fidget Spinner Tinkercad – Engaging STEM & 3D Design Lesson!Looking for a fun and creative way to introduce your students to 3D design? This Tinkercad Fidget Spinner Project is the perfect hands-on lesson for upper elementary and middle school students! In this activity, students will use Tinkercad to design a custom 3D-printed fidget spinner. This project fosters creativity, problem-solving, and design thinking while reinforcing key STEM and 3D modeling skills. What’s Included:✅
5th - 9th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering
Lego Makerspace Challenges
Are you looking for some activities for the "Makers" in your classroom? This packet has 23 Lego Challenge activities you can use as a whole class activity, extension for your gifted students or early finishers or use in an after school Lego Club. Hours of creating fun!
K - 6th
Engineering, Science
Building Block Task Card Bundle STEM STEAM Makerspace Engineering Design
Get your students ready to build, design, and imagine with this exciting Building Block Challenge Task Card Bundle, perfect for elementary classrooms, STEM labs, makerspaces, or early finishers! This engaging bundle includes 5 themed task card sets that spark creativity, problem-solving, and hands-on learning through fun and purposeful play. Included Building Block Challenge Sets: Around the World Designs – Explore famous landmarks, historic sites and cultural symbols from countries around th
2nd - 6th
Engineering, For All Subjects, Math
Maker Space Task Card Bundle Volume 2 (Simple STEAM!)
Maker Space Task Card Bundle! If you loved the hands on engineering, art, and design tasks in volume one, you'll love this bundle, too! This is a great pack for teachers just starting out with hands-on STEM, STEAM or Maker Space. These task cards are perfect for a mobile makerspace or media center. Place the cards in a tub with the materials and let students create!
You are purchasing 100 task cards that are simple enough that students can complete them independently, and they only require the
3rd - 5th
Art, Engineering
5th Grade Science CER Practice – Graph Analysis & Data Interpretation Activities
Build your students’ Claim-Evidence-Reasoning (CER) skills with this engaging 5th Grade Science Graph Analysis Bundle!This comprehensive set includes graph-based CER practice activities across Life, Physical, and Earth Science topics — all aligned to NGSS 5th Grade standards.Each activity features real-world data and graphs, a ready-to-use CER prompt, and is available in both printable PDF and Google Slides™ formats. Perfect for bell ringers, science warm-ups, or assessment prep, these
5th
Earth Sciences, Engineering, Physical Science
NGSS
5-ESS2-2
, 5-PS1-3
, 5-PS1-4
+13
Building Brick Task Cards {Engineering Edition}
Use these Building Brick Engineering task cards in your library maker space or in your classroom for early finishers, Fun Friday, STEM Friday, or morning work. They make a super simple hands on, STEAM activity. Included in this pack:-24 creative task cards -optional recording sheet -task card cover -bin labels Check out my other building brick sets:St. Patrick's DayHalloweenThanksgivingChristmasValentine's DayHoliday BundleI created this resource as a way to encourage critical and creative thin
2nd - 5th
Engineering
LEGO EV3 ROBOTICS CHALLENGES FOR BEGINNERS
These LEGO EV3 Robotics challenges are great for first time EV3 users, as well as for beginners who need review. They can be used as Engineering, Math, Science, STEM or STEAM activities. This set comes with Challenges 1-7, as well as a Teacher's Hints & Information page. Actual computer programming instructions are not included, as programming can vary. CHECK OUT THESE OTHER GREAT PRODUCTS!!LEGO EV3 ROBOTICS CHALLENGES FOR BEGINNERS (PART 2)LEGO EV3 Robotics Challenges for Intermediate Stude
3rd - 7th
Engineering, Math
Middle School STEM Tasks | Monthly Fun STEAM Challenges | YEAR Bundle
These STEM monthly challenges have been designed to engage upper elementary school and middle school students. It focuses on students learning about a fun event that is celebrated during the month and then has students use their inquiry skills to complete a STEM project. All tasks are perfect for busy teachers and for school or home learning as they only use everyday materials, and available in PDF and GOOGLE slides. ~~ Are you looking for an easy way to incorporate STEM/ STEAM into your curri
4th - 9th
Engineering, Science
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-4
, MS-ETS1-1
Fairy Tales with Depth and Complexity and STEM BUNDLE
Using this resource, students will critically analyze 12 common fairy tales. Students will explore the themes and lessons utilizing the Thinking Frameworks based on the icons of Depth and Complexity included. A STEM activity is included with each fairy tale to further develop the students’ critical and creative thinking. Also included in this resource are STEM Reflections as well as rubrics for assessment. ***************************************************************************** Fairy Tale
2nd - 5th
Engineering, English Language Arts
LEGO EV3 ROBOTICS CHALLENGES FOR BEGINNERS (PART 2)
These LEGO EV3 Robotics challenges are great for first time EV3 users, as well as for beginners who need review. They can be used as Engineering, Math, Science, STEM or STEAM activities. They are meant to follow my LEGO EV3 Challenges 1-7. This set comes with Challenges 8-15, as well as a Teacher's Hints & Information page (see my store to purchase Challenges 1-7). Computer programming hints and suggestions are included; however, programming can vary. CHECK OUT THESE OTHER GREAT PRODUCTS!!LE
3rd - 7th
Engineering, Math
Around the World Activity | Makerspace Building Blocks Task Cards | STEM STEAM
Looking for Building Block Challenge task cards for your Makerspace Lab, Engineering or Science club, classroom, or STEM / STEAM? This Build Your World themed resource includes 2 activity sets with 48 Challenges! Your students will love working on their engineering, creativity & problem solving skills as they brainstorm and build designs using interlocking building bricks ... no special pieces needed! Each of the 48 cards also includes short questions that will help them with their brainstorm
2nd - 8th
Engineering, For All Subjects, General Science
Also included in: Building Block Task Card Bundle STEM STEAM Makerspace Engineering Design
Lincoln Logs Task cards - 12 building ideas for STEM Bins - Kindergarten Center
Spark imagination and hands-on creativity with this set of 12 Lincoln Logs Task Cards! Perfect for Kindergarten centers, STEM bins, early finishers, or free-choice play, these visual prompts encourage children to build, design, and explore without step-by-step instructions. Each card features a simple picture idea—such as a house, a bridge, a stable, and more—to inspire students to use their Lincoln Logs in new and exciting ways. The focus is on open-ended exploration, allowing kids to problem-
PreK - 5th
Engineering, Geometry, Other (Math)
National Parks Unit | Research Project, STEM Activities & Writing (Grades 3–5)
Struggling to find a comprehensive unit that genuinely engages students across multiple subjects? Imagine a resource that sparks curiosity while building critical thinking, problem-solving, and empathy. Look no further than the Interdisciplinary National Parks Unit: PBL, STEM, SEL, Depth & Complexity! This robust, 5-week project-based learning unit transforms your classroom into an adventure, saving you valuable planning time while deeply enriching your students' educational journey. It seamles
3rd - 6th
Engineering, Other (Social Studies), Social Emotional Learning
Construct a Bridge STEM Activity Challenge for Middle School Students
Take your middle school students' engineering skills to the next level with our exciting "Construct a Bridge" project pack! Great for end of the year activities or ANYTIME!Designed for grades 5-8, this comprehensive project includes instructions, materials list, and worksheet for students. Using simple materials like toothpicks and marshmallows or Popsicle sticks and hot glue, students will design and build a bridge that can support weight. As they work, they will learn about engineering and des
5th - 8th
Engineering, Physical Science
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-4
Also included in: Physical Science 5 STEM STEAM Challenges Bundle
Paper Airplanes STEM Activity Challenge for Middle School Students
Soar to Success with Paper Airplanes - A Fun and Educational STEM Project Great for end of the year activities! or ANYTIME! Take flight with this exciting paper airplane STEM project! In this hands-on project, students will design and build their own paper airplanes, learning about aerodynamics, physics, and engineering along the way. What's Included in the PackDetailed instructions and a materials list, including all the supplies needed to build a variety of paper airplanesWorksheets for studen
5th - 8th
Engineering, Science
NGSS
MS-PS2-2
Also included in: Physical Science 5 STEM STEAM Challenges Bundle
Maker Space Task Card Bundle Holiday Edition
Maker Space Task Card Holiday Bundle! If you loved the hands on engineering, art, and design tasks in volume one, you'll love this bundle, too! Task cards for Christmas, St. Patrick's Day, Valentine's Day, Thanksgiving, and Halloween. This is a great pack for teachers just starting out with hands-on STEM, STEAM or Maker Space. These task cards are perfect for a mobile makerspace or media center. Place the cards in a tub with the materials and let students create!
You are purchasing 100 task car
3rd - 5th
Engineering
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