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The Crane Design and Building Challenge -- STEM Problem Solving
A best practice lesson for the teaching of physical science or GATE talent pools:
In this lesson, students use the engineering process to build a working crane model that is strong enough to lift a stapler.
There are no set patterns, pre-cut materials, or teacher-led building instructions here! Students engage in the engineering process to design and build their own working models of cranes. The teacher sets guidelines and limitations, provides feedback and monitors progress, instructs the
4th - 8th
Engineering, Physical Science
Also included in: Creativity Bundle for GATE Gifted and Talented and ALL
Gifted Lessons in Forensic Science Processing A Crime Scene
Forensic Science, criminal, and crime scene investigations are high-interest, engaging, real-world topics your gifted students will love to explore. Gifted kids love to learn about forensics, how crime scenes are investigated, how evidence is collected, and how science is used to solve crimes. In this age-appropriate lesson, students will be given an introduction to, and an overview of, how detectives process a crime scene along with the evidence collected. Don’t know much about proces
5th - 8th
Science
Also included in: Gifted Lessons In Forensic Science Bundle
Twenty First Century Skills/ Process Skill Assessment Rubric
Use this rubric to assess students' growth in Twenty First Century Skills (process skills) during project-based learning, problem-based learning, product development, or general class activities. The rubric assesses creativity, critical thinking, interpersonal skills, communication, and research. An open area for written feedback is also provided.
2nd - 12th
For All Subjects
Consequence Map in Zones of Regulation Colors(customizable)
Visual for talking and processing consequences for different behaviors. Made in the Zones of Regulation Colors.
Yellow Box - sometime happened... (fill in common antecedents)
Green Circles - "good choices" > what the student gets > how other people feel
Red Circles - "bad choices" > what the student gets > how other people feel
**Everything is editable so you can change the words to individualize this for your students.
PreK - 2nd
Shark Tank Project/Inventions
Students use the design thinking process to invent a product that solves a problem! They then present their invention to a panel of judges in a simulated Shark Tank! This lesson plan has links to all the resources I use to carry out this big project leading up to the Shark Tank event. Want to WOW your parents and community? This is the project you need! For your students, it integrates almost every subject and gives them a real world experience with public speaking. My students come back yea
4th - 6th
For All Subjects
STEAM DaVinci Renaissance Style: A Unit for Elementary GATE
In STEM Renaissance Style, students will follow the engineering process as they return to the 16th Century. With these lessons, the teacher defines the problem, helps students gather background research, and specifies the requirements. The students do the rest: creating alternative solutions, choosing the best solution, doing development work, building a prototype, and testing and redesigning.
Students construct a prototype of Da Vinci’s parachute while learning about falling objects, gravity,
4th - 8th
Engineering
Also included in: STEAM Class Bundle - Engineering Focus - 115+ Hours 374 pp Gifted GATE
Rhetorical Appeals: Ethos, Logos, Pathos, and Kairos (Lecture Presentation)
A 28-page slide show with detailed information explaining the argument process. A great starter when introducing your Rhetorical unit. Colorful visuals detailing what is rhetoric, elements of an argument, rhetorical appeals, strategies, parallelism, a clear demonstration of the use of Ethos, Logos, Pathos, and Kairos using commercial examples, such as George Forman, Cheerios, the NBA, toothpaste, cable TV, and so many more commercial examples. Looking for the "ah-ha" moment with your middle sc
4th - 12th
English Language Arts, Writing-Essays
Research Methodology Presentation Slides | Editable PowerPoint | PBL
Kick off your research project with confidence!These editable presentation slides walk students through the research process in an engaging, age-appropriate format. Aligned with IB PYP inquiry principles, the presentation introduces essential vocabulary, explains the steps of a strong research project, and encourages class discussion and modeling. Perfect for launching a research unit, modeling expectations, or revisiting the inquiry cycle across subjects like science, social studies, and liter
4th - 12th, Higher Education, Not Specific
Other (Social Studies)
Inventors and inventions unit planner (IB format)
An 8-10 week (can be condensed) editable IB style unit plan focussing on the 6-step design process. Students follow this process to create an invention in a group or individually.
1st - 9th
Science
What is a pet?
Pets are all around us in the community. The lesson "What is a pet?" guides students through the process of defining a "pet," naming an animal, and how selecting an animal and naming it begins to create a relationship.
4th - 10th
Character Education, English Language Arts
SCAMPER Invention Project
This two page activity includes instructions, expectations, descriptions, and a rubric for a "SCAMPER" project. Students will use the "SCAMPER" process to invent a new product. This is editable so that it can be modified for your specific purpose and grade-appropriate activity.
2nd - 12th
Other (Social Studies)
Aero Engineers Drone Engineering Lab and STREAM Program
AERO ENGINEERS is a mission-based Drone Engineering STREAM Program designed to introduce students in Grades 4–6 to aerospace engineering, flight operations, teamwork, problem solving, and the engineering design process through hands-on learning experiences. WE use EC300 Drones that are built with LEGO Technic Like pieces. These drones are very affordable (about $50.00). Students work in collaborative flight teams as they build, test, fly, analyze, redesign, and improve a series of classroom dro
4th - 6th
Engineering
How to Write Directions ELA Narrative Writing Activity PowerPoint 1st 2nd Grade
Perhaps, you want to teach your kids how to write directions, but don't know where to begin on this skill. This short PowerPoint lesson guides students through the gradual release process to guide them in writing basic "How to" directions. Click HERE to save 25% off the price of individual resources with the purchase of a bundle.Use in whole or small group activities, partner or independent work, centers, emergency sub plans, or home school for grades 1 - 3. Inside this no prep PowerPoint les
1st - 3rd
Writing
CCSS
W.1.7
, W.2.3
, W.3.4
+2
STEM Challenge: Spaghetti & Marshmallow Tower
Build it. Test it. Improve it. Challenge students to design and construct the tallest free-standing tower using only raw spaghetti and marshmallows! This hands-on STEM activity encourages teamwork, creativity, problem-solving, and engineering skills in a fun and engaging way. Perfect for upper-elementary and middle-school classrooms, this ready-to-use resource includes everything you need to guide students through the engineering design process, from planning to reflection. What’s Included: Goog
3rd - 6th
Engineering, General Science, Writing
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-4
+2
1st Grade Critical Thinking How to Solve Logic Puzzles Brain Teaser Practice GT
If you are looking for a challenging activity for your bright young student, but do not know how to get them started, here is exactly what you need. Inside this zip file is a Powerpoint that teaches students how to solve a matrix logic problem and a colorful booklet for you to print out the problems. This is made for young kids who have never done logic before. It breaks the steps down to simplify the process with multiple examples. Inside you'll find:PowerPoint with Step by Step Teaching Instr
K - 2nd
Other (Math)
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
Gifted Lessons In Forensic Science Bundle
Forensic Science and criminal investigations are real-world, high-interest, engaging topics your gifted students will love to explore. In this forensics bundle, ten different forensic science topics are included. In these age-appropriate lessons, students will be given an introduction to and overview of the following topics, as they relate to solving crimes:Forensic ScienceProcessing a Crime SceneCounterfeit MoneyDeath Investigation: Autopsy EntomologyFingerprints Handwriting and Docume
5th - 8th
Science
Student Rubric Template
This document includes a student rubric template along with an example of how you can fill it out to measure success in an objective manner. The rubric features a 3 point system of grading. This type of rubric is ideal for oral presentations and summative projects. The rubric features visuals that are student friendly so that students can use this rubric to guide their self-monitoring and self-evaluation during their creative process. You can edit the rubric template to match your standards a
PreK - 6th
For All Subjects
Local Government - Belonging
This unit provides opportunities for students to explore the local community. Students will learn about how decisions are made in local government and by whom. Students will look at how a community can be made up & the implications for the different groups involved. Students will learn how their rights and responsibilities play a major role within the community they live in.
GLOBAL CONNECTIONS OUTCOMES AND INDICATORS
SSS2.8 Investigates rights, responsibilities and decision making processes i
3rd - 4th
Government
Gifted Lessons in Forensic Science Death Investigation Autopsy
Forensic Science and criminal investigations involving death investigations and autopsies are real-world, high-interest, engaging topics your gifted students will be curious to explore. Gifted kids will be fascinated to learn how knowing the cause and time of death can help detectives solve crimes. In this age-appropriate forensics lesson, students will be given an introduction to, and overview of, death investigations and autopsies as they relate to criminal investigations. Don’t kno
5th - 8th
Science
Also included in: Gifted Lessons In Forensic Science Bundle
STEM Kid Engineering -- Span the Gorge Secret Spy Adventure Challenge
In the Span the Gorge Secret Spy Adventure challenge, students launch their careers as secret spies and then solve an engineering challenge to save the day.
A vintage primary source postcard launches the mystery for our 21st Century Learners. Students will use logic interpretive skills (which include translating vintage cursive handwriting) and Internet and Computer Technology skills to “crack a code” and solve a mystery. Next, in a collaborative effort (Common Core skills in Language), stude
3rd - 6th
Engineering
The Lost & Found: Visual Inference & Empathy SEL Slides | End of Year K-2
✨ THE LAST TWO WEEKS OF SCHOOL JUST GOT MEANINGFUL ✨ Your students are wiggly, emotional, distracted, and secretly nervous about next year... but traditional end-of-year activities just aren’t holding their attention anymore. The Lost & Found transforms your classroom into a cinematic visual mystery experience where students investigate beautifully illustrated “lost” objects to practice deep emotional inference, empathy, resilience, and reflection. Using a simple Observe → Infer → Connect discus
K - 2nd
Classroom Community, Social Emotional Learning, Speaking & Listening
GLITTER CLEAN-UP TOOL PROJECT BASED LEARNING Gold Medal PBL 3rd 4th 5th GATE
One of our 1st grade teachers came to talk to my class of 3rd graders. She was at wit’s end. She loves using glitter, but her kids are atrocious at clean-up. Glitter is everywhere! If she just had a tool that was fun to use for a 1st grader and effective. Of course, the tool would have to be made with common materials and easy to replicate. No teacher can afford to go around buying glitter tools … LAUNCH, and let the engaged learning begin! Your kids are going to love this gold medal pro
3rd - 5th
Engineering
Also included in: PBL Project Based Learning Bundle for GATE 6 Units for 42% Off GATE
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