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Micro:bit STEM Sprint – Robotics Threat Detection Engineering | Grade 5
In the Combat Robotics League Bot Brain Initialization sprint, students become robotics systems engineers as they program a Micro:bit-based threat detection system — writing code that reads sensor inputs and triggers appropriate output responses, building the programming foundation for all subsequent robotics challenges in Q3. Set inside the Combat Robotics League narrative, this 1-week sprint introduces Grade 5 students to event-driven programming through a real sensor-response engineering chal
5th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Robotics
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Sphero STEM Unit – Spy Obstacle Course Engineering | Grade 3 | 3-Week
In the Spy Science Academy Sphero Field Training, Mission Rehearsal, and Official Mission unit, students become reconnaissance bot commanders as they learn to program a Sphero Bolt, map a physical spy obstacle course, refine their autonomous program through timed practice runs, and execute a final locked mission under official conditions. Set inside the Spy Science Academy narrative, this 3-week unit is the culminating coding and robotics challenge of the Q3 arc — where every circuit and coding
3rd
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Robotics
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
PFAS: The Forever Chemicals — Gr. 9-12 | Case Study, Labs, CER, Design Challenge
Description:This is a complete, standards-aligned unit on PFAS ("forever chemicals") — one of the most urgent and teachable issues in environmental science today. Students investigate the chemistry behind PFAS persistence, analyze real EPA monitoring data, debate federal regulation, and engineer a treatment solution for a contaminated town. The unit culminates in a summative assessment modeled on AP Environmental Science FRQ format. What's Included (PDFs + Links to 3 editable Google Doc files):1
9th - 12th
Chemistry, Engineering, Environment
STEM Challenge Growing Bundle | Engineering Activities | Year-Round STEM Toolkit
Bring excitement, problem-solving, and real-world thinking into your classroom with this STEM Challenge Growing Bundle — a continually expanding collection of hands-on engineering challenges students love. Designed for busy teachers, this ready-to-use system makes it simple to run engaging STEM lessons while building collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking. Best of all, new STEM challenges are added regularly at no extra cost, so your resource library keeps growing! Perfect for eleme
4th - 7th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, General Science
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-4
+4
Game Design STEM Unit – Board Game & Coding Engineering | Grade 2 | 4-Week
In the Game Design Studio, students become game designers and developers as they design an original board game, playtest and refine it, and then build a digital version of their game in Scratch. Set inside the Video Game Engineers narrative theme, this 4-week flagship unit immerses Grade 2 students in a complete creative engineering arc — from concept and rules design to physical prototype to coded digital game — building design thinking, computational thinking, and systems reasoning across fou
2nd
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, For All Subjects
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
+4
Ozobot STEM Sprint – Color Code Programming | Grade 2
In the Video Game Engineers Ozobot Color Codes sprint, students become physical programmers as they discover that the same tiny robot can be controlled two completely different ways — drawing color code commands directly on a paper track, then switching to OzoBlockly to program the same movement sequence digitally. Set inside the Video Game Engineers narrative, this 1-week sprint gives Grade 2 students their first experience with the connection between physical and digital programming.What Stude
2nd
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, Robotics
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
Coding Maze STEM Sprint – Ozobot Robotics Engineering | Grade 3
In the Ozobot Infiltration Maze Sprint, students become Spy Science Academy coding engineers as they design a paper spy maze for an Ozobot to navigate — embedding color code commands that tell the bot to change speed or behavior at key checkpoints. Set inside the Spy Science Academy narrative theme, this 1-week sprint bridges physical color coding and digital block programming: students first test their color-coded maze, then switch to OzoBlockly to program a custom movement sequence that navig
3rd
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering, General Science
NGSS
3-PS2-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-PS2-3
+4
Tower Load Testing STEM Challenge – Elevated Structural Engineering | Grade 3
In the Future City Load Test, students become structural engineers as they design and build an elevated platform that must stay at least 4 inches off the table while supporting the maximum possible weight. Set inside the Future City Engineering narrative theme, this 1-week sprint introduces load distribution and compression as structural concepts distinct from the tower and bridge challenges of Q1 — giving Grade 3 students a complete independent Engineering Design Process cycle in a single focu
3rd
Engineering, General Science, Physics
NGSS
3-PS2-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-PS2-3
+4
Structural Engineering STEM Stations – Wildlife Team Challenge | Grade 3
In the Wildlife Engineering Relay Championship, students become multi-challenge engineers as they compete in four rapid-fire engineering sprints using index cards, tape, and straws — closing out the Grade 3 STEAM year with energy, teamwork, and celebration. Set inside the Wildlife Documentary Crew narrative theme, this flex-week championship runs four back-to-back challenges: tallest freestanding tower, widest bridge span, strongest platform, and paper airplane distance toss, with a running tal
3rd
Engineering, General Science, Physics
NGSS
3-PS2-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-PS2-3
+4
Structural Engineering STEM Stations – Jungle Team Challenge | Grade 2
In the Jungle Rangers Engineering Relay, students become multi-challenge engineers as they rotate through three rapid-fire engineering challenges in a single action-packed flex week session. Set inside the Jungle Rangers narrative theme, this flex-week sprint challenges Grade 2 students to apply their full quarter of structural engineering skills — building towers, spanning bridges, and launching paper airplanes — in a timed relay format that rewards speed, precision, and teamwork. What Student
2nd
Engineering, General Science, Physics
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
+4
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
STEM Challenge: Cup Tower | Engineering | Science Grades 4-6
STEM Challenge: Cup Tower 🏗️ Cooperative Team Building at Its Best!Looking for a high-engagement STEM activity that builds teamwork, problem-solving, and critical thinking — without a ton of prep? STEM Challenge: Cup Tower is a hands-on, collaborative engineering challenge where students must stack cups into a tower using only a rubber band tool — no hands allowed! This ready-to-go resource makes it easy for you to facilitate a powerful STEM experience in just one class period. 🚀 What’s Inclu
3rd - 6th
Engineering, General Science, Other (Science)
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-4
+2
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
Mars Colony STEM Challenge – Delivery System Engineering Design | Grades K–8
Bring real-world problem solving into your classroom with this high-engagement transport engineering challenge! In this project, students act as engineers tasked with designing and building a delivery system to safely transport a small object across a “danger zone.” This challenge is perfect for units on forces & motion, simple machines, and magnetism and works beautifully as an end-of-unit STEAM project. Designed with flexibility in mind, this resource is now fully supported for grades 3–8
Not Specific
Engineering, For All Subjects, Physics
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
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
Sailboat STEM Challenge – Forces, Motion & Speed Engineering | Grades K–8
In the Paper Sailboat Speed Test STEM Challenge, students become marine and mechanical engineers as they design and build a paper sailboat that uses wind power to move as fast and as far as possible across water. Through hands-on experimentation, students explore how wind force, sail shape, surface area, drag, and stability affect speed and motion while applying the Engineering Design Process. This exciting, low-prep STEM challenge is perfect for STEM labs, science classrooms, engineering u
K - 8th
Engineering, For All Subjects, Physics
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Shoe Design STEM Challenge – Impact Protection Engineering | Grades K–8
In the Shock Absorbing Shoes STEM Challenge, students become materials and mechanical engineers as they design and build a miniature shoe or sole system that absorbs shock and reduces impact forces. Using simple classroom materials, students will explore how engineers protect athletes, astronauts, and everyday users from high-impact forces. This high-engagement, low-prep STEM activity is perfect for STEM labs, science classrooms, engineering units, substitute plans, and makerspaces and works
K - 8th
Engineering, For All Subjects, Physics
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-PS2-2
, 3-5-ETS1-1
+1
Rocks & Soil 2nd Grade Science Unit | Reading Passages + No Prep STEM Challenges
Complete Rocks & Soil 2nd-grade science unit with reading comprehension passages and no prep STEM challenges. Earth science literacy integration covering weathering, erosion, soil types, and rock types. Bring your entire earth science unit together with this complete Rocks & Soil 2nd Grade Science Unit that integrates reading comprehension and hands-on STEM learning. This bundle combines:📖 Reading comprehension passages and questions for 2nd-grade science and🔬 No prep STEM challenges an
2nd
Earth Sciences, Engineering, Informational Text
CCSS, NGSS
RI.2.1
, RI.2.3
, RI.2.4
+3
Paper Bridge STEM Challenge | 2nd & 3rd Grade Engineering Activity with Biblical
Paper Bridge STEM Challenge | 2nd & 3rd Grade Engineering Activity with Biblical IntegrationEngage your students with a hands-on, creativity-filled engineering challenge! In the Paper Bridge STEM Challenge, students will use only paper and cups to design a bridge strong enough to hold as many pennies as possible. Through experimentation and iteration, they’ll explore balance, structure, weight distribution, and the power of small design choices. This challenge strengthens critical thinking, pr
2nd - 3rd
Engineering, Geometry, Measurement
NGSS
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
+3
Strongest Shape STEM Challenge - Kindergarten and 1st Grade STEM Activity
Strongest Shape Challenge | Kindergarten & 1st Grade STEM Activity with Biblical IntegrationIntroduce your youngest learners to the exciting world of STEM with this hands-on, easy-to-teach challenge! In the Strongest Shape Challenge, students will explore three 3D shapes— cylinders, rectangular prisms, and triangular prisms—and predict which one will hold the most books. Then, they’ll test each shape to discover which design is the strongest and why. This beginning-of-the-year STEM activity bu
PreK - 1st
Engineering, Geometry
CCSS, NGSS
K.G.A.1
, K.G.A.2
, K.G.A.3
+7
Candy Parachute STEM Challenge | Edible STEM Activities | Gravity
Candy Parachute STEM Challenge | Gravity & Air Resistance Engineering Activity Looking for a hands-on, high-engagement STEM lesson that teaches real science concepts and gets your students excited? The Candy Parachute STEM Challenge is a student favorite — and it's more than just fun. This 60-minute activity helps students understand gravity, air resistance, and the engineering design process through an exciting, candy-themed challenge! Students will design, test, and improve parachutes t
5th - 8th
Basic Principles, Engineering, Physical Science
NGSS
MS-PS2-2
, MS-ETS1-1
Also included in: Candy STEM Design Challenge Bundle | Edible STEM Activities
LEGO Building Brick Challenges
Get your students building with LEGO Building Challenges. Features: 19 Editable LEGO Challenge cards/posters to get your students started.Digital resource that can be posted for students to view from computer.-Suggested to use in-class for STEAM/STEM stations or centers. -Use as a poster, laminated booklet, place at LEGO table/board/LEGO bin etc. -Can incorporate Flipgrid as a technology piece so that students may share with you what they have designed/built during their class period.
PreK - 12th
Engineering, For All Subjects
Lift the Book STEM Lesson - 4th and 5th Grade STEM Activity/Challenge
Lift the Book STEM Challenge | 4th and 5th Grade Beginning of Year STEM Activity with Biblical IntegrationStart your school year with an engaging, easy-to-prep STEM challenge that introduces teamwork, design thinking, and a biblical worldview—all in one activity! In this Lift the Book STEM Challenge, students will use only paper to lift a book up at least 8 inches This challenge promotes critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity, while also tying in a meaningful biblical character l
4th - 5th
Engineering, General Science, Geometry
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Engineering Everyday Improvements
Challenge your 5th-8th grade students to take an everyday item and improve it with this 14 day PBL Engineering Design Process Unit. You will get 14 days of slides that include learning targets, what to grade, rubric for final project, CC standards and NGS standards, and ways to shorten the unit. Also included is a student design brief already set up for double sided printing. The design brief matches day by day with the slides. It also includes a rubric for the project and a self reflection base
5th - 8th
Engineering, Other (Arts), Other (ELA)
CCSS, NGSS
W.5.7
, W.6.7
, W.7.7
+12
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