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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
Saint Patricks Day STEM Challenge Build a Leprechaun Trap Lab PRINT and DIGITAL
In this St. Patrick's Day themed STEM challenge, students design and build a trap to catch a leprechaun, using gold to lure him to the trap. Then, they test their trap by placing a heavy object on top of the trap door. This resource includes:teacher directions with discussion questions and extension activities background information about leprechauns including what they are known for and where the legend comes from an introduction to the challengea student response pagea scoring rubrica force c
3rd - 6th
Engineering
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Bats in the Classroom: Build, Design, and Write About Bat Habitats
Bring bats to life in your classroom with this hands-on STEM and writing resource that combines science, engineering, and literacy! Perfect for the fall, Halloween season, or any animal unit, this engaging project enables students to learn about bats while practicing real-world problem-solving skills. What’s Included: Bat Trading Cards (12 species): Ready-to-use fact cards with size, diet, habitat, and fun facts—plus “Bat Power Stats” to make them feel like collectible cards! Engineering Pro
2nd - 6th
Basic Principles, Engineering, Writing
Also included in: Bat Science MEGA Bundle: 9 Hands-On Labs, Games, and Field Studies
Pumpkin STEM Challenge | Fall STEM Activity | Middle School Engineering & Budget
Bring fall fun into your classroom with this Pumpkin Paper STEM Challenge! Perfect for middle school (grades 6–8), this activity engages students in engineering, teamwork, and budgeting skills as they design and build a paper structure that can hold a pumpkin. Students get a $5.00 budget to purchase materials (paper, tape, index cards), then work with their team to create a structure at least 6 inches tall that can support the most weight. Includes a teacher guide, student worksheet, and r
3rd - 12th
Classroom Community, Engineering, Other (Science)
CCSS, NGSS
6.SP.B.5
, 6.RP.A.3
, W.6.2
+8
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
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
Wind-Powered Sail Car Engineering STEM Challenge
In this STEM challenge, students will use the engineering design process and many science concepts to design a sail car prototype while answering the following questions: How can we create a sail car that will catch air molecules from the wind and travel in a straight path to go the furthest distance? What sail materials and shapes will work best?Learning targets + keywords: I can work as a team and use the engineering design process to engineer a solution to drive a sail car as straight and fa
3rd - 8th
Engineering, Science
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, 4-PS3-4
, 3-5-ETS1-3
+7
Monster Maker Coding — Complete Digital STEM Lesson (Neon Arcade Theme)Turn codi
Turn coding into a creative adventure! In Monster Maker Coding, students design and program digital monsters using block coding or pixel art platforms like Scratch, MakeCode, or Tynker. Each monster feature represents a specific coding concept—Events, Loops, Conditionals, Variables, Functions, and Cloning—making abstract skills visual and engaging. This complete resource includes both Teacher and Student Editions, hands-on activities, editable printables, and ready-to-use coding templates fo
4th - 8th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Graphic Arts
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
Halloween STEM Activity: Candy Grabber STEM Activity
Fall or Halloween STEM ActivityThis engineering design challenge is perfect for a fun and educational STEM Halloween project! Please note: the word "Halloween" is not in the product - the pages are in black and orange with a candy graphic. Students will work in teams to design and build a device that uses the power of levers to pick up candy from a distance. After completing the project, use the provided handout to discuss the real-world STEM career as a prosthetist. Our students have loved thi
3rd - 9th
Engineering
CCSS, NGSS
6.G.A.1
, 6.G.A.2
, 6.G.A.3
+24
Also included in: Fall & Halloween STEM Challenges Activity Bundle
Valentine's Day Frog Delivery STEM Challenge
Your students will create origami jumping frogs then use the engineering design process to create a candy holder for the frog to deliver a Valentine's Day message! This fun, hands-on activity combines fine motor skills, teamwork, and critical thinking. The included student handouts will walk them through the engineering design process to complete the challenge. Math extension questions on ratios and surface area are also provided. Materials List: Construction paperConversation heart candySciss
2nd - 8th
Applied Math, Engineering
CCSS, NGSS
6.G.A.1
, 7.G.B.6
, 6.RP.A.1
+10
Also included in: Year-Round STEM Activity Bundle (Elementary STEM)
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