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Roller Coaster STEM Project | Potential & Kinetic Energy Unit | Grades 4-8
A complete 15-day roller coaster STEM project unit for Grades 4–8. Students design, build, test, and showcase their own coaster while mastering potential and kinetic energy, force and motion, and the engineering design process. 203 pages, fully scripted and standards-aligned.The Physics of Thrill begins with a question: what happens when you hand a class fifteen days, a pile of foam track, and a fistful of marbles? Students who beg to rebuild a failed track — because they finally understand that
4th - 8th
Engineering, General Science, Physics
CCSS, NGSS
6.SP.B.5
, 6.SP.B.5b
, 6.SP.B.5d
+11
Earthquake Shake Tower Challenge – Structural Engineering STEM Project
In the Earthquake Shake Test Tower STEM Challenge, students become civil and structural engineers as they design and build a tower that can withstand simulated earthquake forces without collapsing. Using simple classroom materials, students explore vibrations, structural stability, balance, and energy transfer while engaging in authentic problem-solving through the Engineering Design Process. This exciting, low-prep STEM challenge is ideal for STEM labs, science classrooms, engineering unit
K - 8th
Engineering, For All Subjects, Physics
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Wave Principles and Music Project with Warm-Ups Bundle
Want a cross-curricular project that combines music, art, and science? With this project based learning activity, students deepen their understanding of wave principles while having a choice in the type of project they would like to produce. Students focus on wave principles such as frequency, amplitude, waveforms, harmonics, crests, troughs, etc. while also exploring musical concepts such as timbre, echo, reverb, rhythm, tempo, and pitch. Students will be able to:Create an original piece of mus
4th - 8th
General Science, Other (Arts), Physics
Rube Goldberg Project A STEM Science Extension
In this project, students create their own Rube Goldberg device. This is a great hands on extension when teaching simple machines and physics topics. Students love to build these. They have to plan, experiment, revise and do it over and over again. This is always a project my students enjoy. Great for gifted and talented or as an extension project.
Page 1- Sheet with background, the task and some resources.
Page 2- Graphic organizer to plan the Rube Goldberg.
Page 3- Graphic organizer with
4th - 8th
Physical Science, Physics
DENSITY HOMEWORK PROJECT: MG, GRADES 4-8
Teachers: This is an eleven page homework project can be done over a few days. It has vocabulary, science research, definitions, a word search, and a simple density experiment on liquid density. Attention teachers: Please make sure the students know their parents must sign off on the experiment part, and the homework part at the end! Thanks for visiting! Science is amazing! Excelsior!
4th - 10th, Adult Education
Basic Principles, Physics
AVIATION
November is Aviation month. This research project can serve as an assessment grade or a homework grade. It covers a basic knowledge of aviation, and related information for the beginner. It has an art portion, as well. The intention of this project is to stimulate an interest in aviation. Thanks for visiting. We are humbled.
5th - 9th
Engineering, Physics
CCSS
RST.6-8.4
PBL - Engineering in Orbit - Complete PBL Unit - Biblical Integration
Engage your students in an authentic, high-impact Project-Based Learning (PBL) experience where they become microgravity researchers and space engineers, designing solutions for life aboard the International Space Station. In this unit, students explore gravity, forces, motion, and Earth–space systems while applying scientific concepts to real-world engineering challenges. Through both individual and team projects, students design meaningful solutions that improve astronaut safety, efficiency,
5th - 8th
Engineering, Physical Science, Physics
NGSS
MS-ESS2-3
, MS-ESS2-2
, MS-ESS1-2
+4
Paper Nest STEM Challenge – Structure & Stability Engineering | Grades K–8
Paper Nest Protector STEM Challenge – Hands-On Engineering & Egg Protection ProjectProtect the “nest” at all costs! In the Paper Nest Protector STEM Challenge, students become engineers tasked with designing a protective structure that keeps a fragile egg safe from impact using only simple classroom materials. This high-engagement, low-prep project introduces students to real-world engineering, force and motion, and structural design through the Engineering Design Process. Perfect for STEM la
K - 8th
Engineering, For All Subjects, Physics
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-PS2-2
, 3-5-ETS1-1
+1
Magnificent Marshmallow Marvels I primary worksheet with answers
Magnificent Marshmallow Marvels I primary worksheet with answers could be used with the free download.
I've been doing this project since 2007, and every years, this is the project most kids ask to start off the school year.
1st - 3rd
Other (Math), Physics
Egg Drop Challenge
This egg drop team challenge allows students to set a budget and create egg drop devices of their choosing. Students will research, design, build, and test multiple prototypes throughout this project.
3rd - 7th
Engineering, Money Math, Physics
NGSS
5-PS2-1
SPACE TRAVEL & THE HUMAN BODY: ZERO GRAVITY-WEIGHTLESSNESS
THIS SCIENCE WRITING PROMPT INVOLVES THE HUMAN BODY AND ZERO GRAVITY. THERE IS A SPACE FOR TEACHER'S COMMENTS. IT IS A RESEARCH PROMPT. USE THIS FOR A SCIENCE HOMEWORK ASSIGNMENT, A GRADED SCIENCE PROJECT, OR A CENTER ACTIVITY. HAVE A GREAT YEAR OF LEARNING! THANK YOU FOR VISITING THE HOUSE OF THE THREE DINOSAURS!
5th - 7th, Adult Education
Astronomy, Physics
Magnificent Marshmallow Marvels I with intermediate worksheet with answers
Magnificent Marshmallow Marvels I with intermediate worksheet with answers can be used with the free download for classroom instruction in intermediate classrooms.
I've been doing this since 2007, and every year, this is the project most kids want to start off the school year.
4th - 6th
Other (Math), Physics
Save the Egg STEM Challenge | Engineering Design Lab | Team Building Activity
Get your students collaborating, building, and problem-solving with this exciting Save the Egg Colony STEM Challenge! In this hands-on engineering activity, students work in teams to design a structure that protects an egg from multiple environmental disasters including a drop test, earthquake simulation, and windstorm challenge. This engaging STEM project combines: ✔ Engineering Design ✔ Forces & Motion ✔ Problem Solving ✔ Teamwork & Collaboration ✔ Scientific Reasoning ✔ Real-World STE
5th - 8th
Engineering, General Science, Physics
Boat Float STEM Challenge – Forces, Motion & Transport Engineering | Grades K–8
In the Boat-to-Shore Transport STEM Challenge, students become marine and mechanical engineers as they design a system that safely moves cargo or passengers from a floating boat to the shoreline without tipping, spilling, or sinking. This real-world engineering scenario blends buoyancy, stability, force and motion, and systems design as students solve a transportation challenge using only simple classroom materials. This engaging, low-prep STEM project is perfect for STEM labs, science class
K - 8th
Engineering, For All Subjects, Physics
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Egg Drop STEM Workbook – Student Engineering Journal | Grades 3–5 PDF
This Student Engineering Workbook is designed to support students as they plan, test, and improve their designs during the Egg Drop Engineering Challenge. Created specifically for Grades 3–5, this workbook provides structured space for students to sketch ideas, record test results, and reflect on design improvements — without overloading them with writing or technical language. This is a student-facing resource intended to pair with a hands-on Egg Drop project. What’s Included• 4-page Stude
3rd - 5th
Engineering, General Science, Physics
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Also included in: Egg Drop STEM Workbook Bundle – Engineering Journal | Grades 3–8 PDF
Parachute Drop STEM Challenge – Cargo Protection Engineering | Grades K–8
In the Parachute Cargo Carrier STEM Challenge, students become aerospace and mechanical engineers as they design a parachute system capable of safely delivering a cargo payload to the ground without damage. This real-world engineering challenge blends physics, force and motion, materials science, and problem-solving as students test how drag, mass, surface area, and structural protection work together in successful aerial delivery systems. This high-engagement, low-prep STEM project is perfe
K - 8th
Engineering, For All Subjects, Physics
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Tower Building STEM Challenge – Structural & Parachute Engineering | Grades K–8
In the Rescue Tower + Parachute STEM Challenge, students become emergency response engineers as they design a rescue tower and parachute system to safely evacuate a payload from the top of a structure to the ground. This exciting real-world engineering scenario blends structural engineering, gravity, air resistance, impact protection, and systems design as students solve a high-stakes rescue mission using only simple classroom materials. This hands-on, low-prep STEM project is perfect for ST
K - 8th
Engineering, For All Subjects, Physics
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
THE POP STAR - END OF YEAR
🎤 Pop Star Music Unit (Upper Elementary Grades) ELA + STEM + Creative Arts Integrated UnitLooking for an engaging, cross-curricular unit that your upper elementary students will LOVE? This Pop Star Music Unit combines reading, writing, science, and creativity to keep students motivated and learning until the very end of the school year! ✨ What’s Included: Students will explore the world of pop music while building essential academic skills through fun, meaningful activities: 🎤 Podcast Creati
3rd - 6th
Informational Text, Physics, Vocabulary
Parachute Drop STEM Challenge – Impact Protection Engineering | Grades K–8
In the Air Supply Drop STEM Challenge, students become aerospace and mechanical engineers as they design a system to safely deliver critical supplies from the air to a target zone without damaging the cargo. Inspired by real-world humanitarian aid and space missions, this challenge blends physics, force and motion, materials science, and engineering design as students solve a high-stakes delivery problem using only simple classroom materials. This engaging, low-prep STEM project is perfect fo
K - 8th
Engineering, For All Subjects, Physics
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Egg Drop STEM Workbook – Student Engineering Journal | Grades 3–5 Editable
This Editable Student Engineering Workbook is designed to support students as they plan, test, and improve their designs during the Egg Drop Engineering Challenge, while giving teachers flexibility to customize pages for their classroom. Created specifically for Grades 3–5, this resource includes the same student-facing structure as the PDF version, with the added benefit of editable text boxes for easy customization, differentiation, and reuse. This is a student-facing resource intended to
3rd - 5th
Engineering, General Science, Physics
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
ROCKETRY & PROPULSION: AN INTRO BOOK FOR GRADES 5-8, MG, PHYSICS
This book provides students with an introduction to the fields of rocketry and propulsion. It has many diverse activities such as essays: research, art assignments, history tidbits, writing prompt, journaling, vocabulary segments, quizzes, and word games. There are 3 literary activities that cross over. This book has tidbits of physics, as well. It contains several quotes by famous intellectual giants! There are answer keys, as well. This book gives students a preview of what is to come in
5th - 8th
Astronomy, Physics
Simple Machines - Montessori 3 Part Cards with Definitions, 14 cm
These Montessori 3 part, and 4 part nomenclature cards are perfect for learning the basics of the six simple machines. The images are large, carefully drawn, and beautifully colored. Definition cards describe each of the simple machines in clear, simple language. The Montessori 3 part nomenclature card sizes are 14 cm x 14 cm, with 10 cm x 2 cm labels, following the guidelines recommended by the Canadian Montessori Teacher's Education Institute. The 3 part cards feature each of the 6 simpl
K - 3rd
Engineering, Physics, Science
Also included in: Simple Machines Montessori Nomenclature and Classification Cards Bundle
STEM Forces, Motion & Energy Bundle: Hands-On Engineering & Physics For (k-9)
⚙️ Forces, Motion & Engineering STEM Bundle | Hands-On Science Activities (K–9)Bring science and engineering to life with this comprehensive Forces, Motion & Engineering STEM Bundle! Designed for a wide range of learners, this collection of hands-on activities helps students explore how forces work, how machines make tasks easier, and how structures are designed for strength and stability. Through engaging challenges and real-world connections, students will think like engineers—designing, bui
1st - 9th
Engineering, General Science, Physics
Egg Drop STEM Workbook Bundle – Engineering Journal | Grades 3–8 Editable
Need flexible, editable worksheets to support your Egg Drop engineering challenge? This bundle includes both upper elementary (3–5) and middle school (6–8) versions of the Student Engineering Workbook in fully editable format, allowing you to adapt language, expectations, and scaffolding to fit your classroom. Designed for teachers who want differentiation and customization without starting from scratch. What’s Included Grades 3–5 Editable Workbook Guided engineering planning pages Structured r
3rd - 8th
Engineering, General Science, Physics
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-4
, MS-ETS1-1
+1
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