Everyday Engineering

Looking for a hands-0n, fun project that is sure to get every student involved? The Paper Bridge Project is an excellent introduction to engineering that can be done individually, with a partner or in a group. This project can also make a great filler activity. This hands on project is fun and is sure to keep every student excited and involved while strengthening their skills in measuring, building, teamwork, design, problem solving, and other STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathem

Engaging activities to get all students involved in STEM do not need to costs a lot of money for materials. The "Pencil Drop" project involves various aspects of hands on building, design, engineering and problem solving. Students participating in this activity are sure to use their critical thinking skills and creativity whiile trying to develop their own solution to the project. This project is great for engineering or science enrichment courses, talented and gifted programs and even home sch

Using the basic concepts of engineering students will design, problem solve and build a beam bridge that is able to stretch the longest distance. This is a great introduction unit to physics with younger children. Not only are students able to create an exciting, hands on projects, but they are also able to learn some of the STEM basics like problem solving, planning and product testing.