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Sleigh Ride Fun! A Language Arts and STEM Lesson
Songs and stories about sleigh rides are everywhere...but lots of our young learners have no idea about what a sleigh really is! This lesson provides a short summary of a sleigh, a brief fictional story about a sleigh ride, and a short non-fiction article about sleighs. Each reading passage has a quick quiz to go with it! After reading the selections, students complete a Venn diagram comparison activity. Included is a STEM activity where students can create, evaluate, and modify a sleigh. T
2nd - 4th
Engineering, Reading, Writing
CCSS
RL.3.1
, RI.3.1
, W.3.8
+2
Thanksgiving MAGNET Maze STRUCTURED STEM PROJECT with ASSESSMENT Rubrics
Increase the understanding of magnetism with this easy-prep Thanksgiving themed Magnetic Mazes engineering project, aligned with MS-PS2-3 and MS-PS2-5 standards. This interactive and fun activity not only allows students to explore magnetic fields but also adds structure and assessment to the engineering process. Designed to help students stay focused and organized, this resource provides a complete framework for creating magnet maze games. What's Included:Teacher Notes: Detailed guide for carry
5th - 8th
Engineering, Physical Science, Physics
NGSS
MS-PS2-3
, MS-PS2-5
Cranberry Catapult STEM Challenge — Thanksgiving Engineering, Data & Measurement
Turn Thanksgiving week into a high-engagement STEM engineering challenge. Students design and build a simple cranberry catapult, test three trials, measure distance in centimeters, graph results, and reflect on force, motion, and the engineering design process. Includes a Safety Rules poster, score/data sheets, a 10-point rubric, discussion prompts, extension ideas, and a 5-question mini-quiz. Perfect for science, engineering, or a holiday STEM day; works great for whole-group, stat
3rd - 6th
Engineering, Graphing, Measurement
Winter holiday parachuting STEM project MS ETS1-2 MS ETS1-4 5-PS2-1
This highly engaging engineering and design project ( GOOGLE and PDF versions) allows students to gain a greater understanding of how a parachute works to slow down an object. This project has many options offered to teachers depending on the number of periods they wish to assign. It can be done in one period, or extended to include background information on parachutes and why they work (active reading assignment), paperclip and falling rate investigation, student documentation of their designs
5th - 9th
Engineering
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-4
, 5-PS2-1
Also included in: Science Holiday Activities: STEM and Inquiry lessons NGSS aligned
Groundhog Day STEM Activity Light and Shadows Investigation
Teach Students About Groundhog Day with STEM!Engage students in a Groundhog Day exploration where they investigate how groundhogs see their shadows. Students learn about how light is an energy source and how it interacts with opaque objects, transparent objects, and translucent objects. This activity helps students develop critical thinking skills as well as cooperative learning. Students hypothesize, test, and reflect on their own ideas. Aligns with NGSS(Next Gen Science Standards). Includes:
1st - 5th
Engineering, Science
NGSS
1-PS4-2
, 1-PS4-3
Also included in: February STEM Activities and Challenges BUNDLE
Dinner Table Thanksgiving STEM Activity - Our Table - Perimeter and Area
***SAVE BIG WITH THE THANKSGIVING STEM BUNDLE!***This low prep, Thanksgiving themed STEM/STEAM activity is perfect to engage your elementary engineers in November! With a focus on furniture engineering, this activity is always a fun way to celebrate fall. Includes the following components for DINNER TABLE STEM ACTIVITY:Detailed Lesson Plan with Standards, Supply Checklist, and Suggested Read AloudsDigital Google Slides Notebook for Paperless Recording and Interactive DisplaysKey Visual Vocabular
K - 5th
Engineering, Science
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
+3
Tallest Tree STEM Challenge - Christmas & Winter STEM Activity Winter Party Game
***SAVE BIG WITH THE CHRISTMAS STEM BUNDLE!***This low prep, Christmas themed STEM/STEAM activity is perfect to engage your elementary engineers in December! With a focus on tower engineering, this activity is always a fun way to celebrate winter. ***Also includes "Winter Tree" STEM Activity that is not holiday specific.***Includes the following components for Tallest Tree STEM ACTIVITY:Detailed Lesson Plan with Standards, Supply Checklist, and Suggested Read AloudsDigital Google Slides Notebook
K - 5th
Engineering, Science
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
+3
Scientist Spotlight Margaret Hamilton and the Moon READ ALOUD STEM Activity
Integrate STEM and Social Studies in your classroom during Women's History Month with this Margaret Hamilton Space STEM Challenge! Help NASA Apollo astronauts land safely on the moon with Margaret Hamilton! Build a Lunar Lander STEM Challenge is a fun and unique way to engage your students during Women's History Month. Teach students that anyone can be successful in STEM regardless of gender. Students begin the activity by reading about Margaret Hamilton and learning vocabulary about Lunar Lan
K - 5th
Engineering, Science, Social Studies
CCSS, NGSS
W.1.2
, W.2.2
, W.3.2
+16
Also included in: Women's History Month READ ALOUD STEM™ Activities BUNDLE #1
Grades 4-8 LED Light Valentines STEM Activity: Hands-On Circuits & Electricity
Engage students with this hands-on STEM activity! Build LED Light-Up Valentines using simple circuits while learning about electricity. Perfect for grades 4-8, includes detailed instructions, troubleshooting tips, and reflection questions. Fun and educational!Make learning electrifying with this engaging LED Light-Up Valentines STEM Activity! Perfect for grades 4–8, this hands-on project combines creativity with science as students design Valentine’s cards that light up using simple circuits.
4th - 8th
Engineering, Science
CCSS, NGSS
4.MD.A.1
, 5.MD.A.1
, CCRA.SL.1
+6
Earth Day Clean Water Filter
💧 Clean Drinking Water: A Faith‑Integrated STEM PresentationA Real‑World Engineering Challenge for Christian ClassroomsGive your students a meaningful, hands‑on look at how STEM can solve real problems in God’s world! This Clean Drinking Water STEM Presentation introduces students to the global need for safe water, the science behind filtration, and the engineering design process — all through a biblical lens that highlights stewardship, compassion, and problem‑solving.Perfect for grades 2–6, t
3rd - 5th
Character Education, Engineering, Environment
NGSS
3-ESS3-1
, 5-ESS3-1
, 3-5-ETS1-1
+1
October Science Halloween STEM Activities STEAM Challenges Middle School
Halloween STEM Activities and October Science Challenges for Middle School and Upper Elementary Students!Dive into the spooky season with our engaging Halloween STEM challenges, perfect for October classroom activities! Immerse your upper elementary and middle school students in hands-on science, technology, engineering, and math projects that capture the autumn spirit and foster critical thinking. Our resource offers a collection of Halloween-themed STEM tasks, seamlessly integrating seasonal f
3rd - 7th
Engineering, Science
Gingerbread Boat Float A STEM Activity
Science, technology, engineering and math, this STEM activity has it all! Problem solving and STEM concepts are used throughout this activity which finds its origins in the story of the Gingerbread Man. Students are presented with a challenge: to design and construct a boat that will withstand the weight of multiple Gingerbread Boys and Girls and float safely across a "river."
In this activity pack you'll find:
* Detailed lesson plan for the activity
* Recording pages for each step of the eng
K - 3rd
Engineering, Math
Wangari's Trees of Peace READ ALOUD STEM™ Activity
Integrate STEM in your classroom and promote conservation and peace in your school with Wangari's Trees of Peace Read Aloud STEM Challenge!Students learn about Wangari and the Green Belt Movement in Kenya. They create their own Tree of Peace, and write about how they can promote peace themselves. Excellent resource to use on Earth Day or Arbor Day! Take students through the Engineering Design Process!Students design, build, and test their own Tree of Peace! After they have completed their STEM a
2nd - 5th
Engineering, Science
CCSS, NGSS
W.1.2
, W.2.2
, W.3.2a
+14
Grinch Day: STEM, Science, Reading, Writing Grinchmas Activities 3rd, 4th, 5th
🎄 Grinch Activities | STEM, Science, Writing, and Reading for Upper Elementary 🎄 Make your holiday season in the classroom unforgettable with this Grinch-themed activity pack! Packed with engaging lessons and hands-on challenges, this resource combines STEM, science, literacy, and writing into one festive unit that keeps students learning while having fun. Perfect for Grinch Day, December lessons, or a winter holiday unit! ✨ What’s Included:📖 Upper Elementary Reading Passages – Engaging
3rd - 7th
Creative Writing, Engineering, Physical Science
Mothers Day Bath Bomb STEM Activity Science Lesson, Mixtures, Card, Craft
Students love this Mother's Day Craft and Writing: Bath Bomb Science Investigation with Mother's Day Card.Integrate STEM in your classroom and celebrate Mother's Day with Bath Bomb STEM Activity and Mother's Day Writing Activity. Special option to celebrate caregivers too! Students learn about how certain materials can create bath bombs when mixed together. This simple recipe can be a ton of fun! (And you can make some for yourself too!) A writing activity is included for students to write how
1st - 5th
Creative Writing, Engineering, Science
CCSS, NGSS
3.MD.A.2
, 4.MD.A.1
, W.2.8
+5
Also included in: Elementary STEM Activities and Challenges MEGA BUNDLE
Wind-powered Maze STEM Challenge (St. Patrick's Day STEM Activity) - Spring STEM
This low prep, St. Patrick's Day and Spring themed STEM/STEAM activity is perfect to engage your elementary engineers in March! ***SAVE BIG WITH THE ST.PATRICK'S DAY STEM BUNDLE!***Includes the following components for WIND-POWERED MAZE STEM ACTIVITY:Detailed Lesson Plan with Standards, Supply Checklist, and Suggested Read AloudsDigital Google Slides Notebook for Paperless Recording and Interactive DisplaysKey Visual Vocabulary ChartPhoto of Possible ProductDigital Anchor ChartStudent Instructi
K - 5th
Engineering, Science
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
+3
Mount Rushmore Presidents Day STEM Activity Engineering US History
Engage students in learning about famous presidents and Mount Rushmore with STEM!Students love learning about Mount Rushmore, George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Theodore Roosevelt, and Abraham Lincoln by completing this STEM challenge! Video links are included to teach students about the history of Mount Rushmore as well as mini biographies of each of the presidents. Designing and building a model of Mount Rushmore helps solidify the lesson in a hands-on way! This activity helps students devel
1st - 5th
Engineering
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
+3
Also included in: February STEM Activities and Challenges BUNDLE
House of Cards STEM - Valentine's Day STEM Activity Index Card Tower Challenge
This low prep, Valentine's Day themed STEM & STEAM activity is perfect to engage your elementary engineers in February! ***SAVE BIG WITH THE VALENTINE'S DAY STEM BUNDLE!***Includes the following components for HOUSE OF CARDS STEM ACTIVITY:Detailed Lesson Plan with Standards, Supply Checklist, and Suggested Read AloudsDigital Google Slides Notebook for Paperless Recording and Interactive DisplaysKey Visual Vocabulary ChartPhoto of Possible ProductDigital Anchor ChartStudent InstructionsQR Code R
K - 5th
Engineering, Science
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
+4
Air Mail STEM - Valentine's Day STEM Activity - Paper Airplane Flight
This low prep, Valentine's Day themed STEM & STEAM activity is perfect to engage your elementary engineers in February! ***SAVE BIG WITH THE VALENTINE'S DAY STEM BUNDLE!***Includes the following components for AIR MAIL / PAPER AIRPLANE STEM ACTIVITY:Detailed Lesson Plan with Standards, Supply Checklist, and Suggested Read AloudsDigital Google Slides Notebook for Paperless Recording and Interactive DisplaysKey Visual Vocabulary ChartPhoto of Possible ProductDigital Anchor ChartStudent Instructio
K - 5th
Engineering, Science
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
+7
Rainbow Bridge STEM Activity St. Patrick's Day STEM Challenge Arch Bridge Spring
Rainbow Bridge (Arch Bridge) STEM is a low prep, St. Patrick's Day and Spring themed STEM activity that is perfect to engage your elementary engineers in March! ***SAVE BIG WITH THE MARCH STEM BUNDLE***Includes the following components for RAINBOW ARCH BRIDGE STEM ACTIVITY:Detailed Lesson Plan with Standards, Supply Checklist, and Suggested Read AloudsDigital Google Slides Notebook for Paperless Recording and Interactive DisplaysKey Visual Vocabulary ChartPhoto of Possible ProductDigital Anchor
K - 5th
Engineering, Science
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
+3
Balloons Over Broadway Activity Thanksgiving Parade STEM Challenge
Have a Balloons Over Broadway Thanksgiving Day Parade Activity with a Green Screen and Editable Canva Slides! Make learning fun with this Balloons Over Broadway Activity in which students design their very own Balloons Over Broadway Thanksgiving Day Parade Balloon! Perfect companion to the Thanksgiving read aloud book Balloons Over Broadway by Melissa Sweet. Not only do students design the balloon, but as an added challenge they must create a device to keep it floating in the air! Students plan
K - 5th
Engineering
CCSS, NGSS
W.2.8
, W.3.10
, W.4.10
+7
Also included in: Thanksgiving READ ALOUD STEM™ Activities and Challenges BUNDLE
St. Patrick's Day STEM Activities March Projects Leprechaun Trap Craft St Pattys
3 Saint Patrick's Day STEM Challenges - Leprechaun Trap Using Simple Machines, Rainbow Run, and Floating Pots of Gold. Each STEM Challenge has photo examples, a list of materials needed, a prediction section, abrainstorming section, trials 1, 2, & 3, final results section with drawings, and a reflection section. This resource has science, technology, engineering, and measurement activities to do with your upper elementary kids that will really get their brains going this season! This resourc
3rd - 6th
Engineering, Science
Valentines Day STEM Challenges February Activities Projects Cupid Craft STEAM
February / Valentine's Day STEM Challenges for Students! This resource has science, technology, engineering, and measurement activities to do with your upper elementary kids that will really get their brains going this season! There are 3 Valentine's Day STEM Challenges in this pack. Each STEM Challenge has photo examples, a list of materials needed, prediction section, brainstorming section, trials 1, 2, & 3, final results section with drawings, and a reflection section. This resource is par
3rd - 6th
Engineering, Science
Adopt a Bunny Classroom Activity | Bunny Adoption Day | Spring STEM Challenge
🐰 Create a magical Bunny Adoption Day in your classroom while building important literacy, science, and STEM skills with this Adopt a Bunny Classroom Activity | Bunny Adoption Day | Spring STEM Challenge + Writing + Nonfiction Rabbit UnitThis engaging Adopt-a-Bunny classroom experience allows students to adopt their very own bunny while participating in meaningful learning activities including a STEM bunny house challenge, nonfiction rabbit reading and writing, a bunny life cycle activity,
PreK - 3rd
Creative Writing, Engineering, Writing-Expository
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