Resources for GATE

Also included in: STEM Bins® Teambuilders BUNDLE - End of the Year, Summer, Back to School, Fall

STEM CHALLENGES for ENTIRE YEAR: Spring, End of the Year, Summer STEM Activities

Created by

Engineering, Math, Science

***SAVE BIG WHEN YOU PURCHASE THIS DISCOUNTED ALL YEAR BUNDLE!***This best-selling bundle contains 9 months of engaging STEM & STEAM Activities for your little engineers, with 3 STEM Challenges and 1 Bonus Brainbuilder per month for a total of 36 NGSS Aligned STEM Activities!*INCLUDES BACK TO SCHOOL, FALL, HALLOWEEN, THANKSGIVING, CHRISTMAS, WINTER, VALENTINE'S DAY, ST.PATRICK'S DAY, EASTER, SPRING, END OF THE YEAR, and SUMMER STEM ACTIVITIES AND CHALLENGES!***TOP 20 ALL TIME BEST SELLING PR

Subjects:

Grades:

K - 5th

Types:

NGSS:

K-2-ETS1-2

, K-2-ETS1-3

, K-2-ETS1-1

, 3-5-ETS1-3

, 3-5-ETS1-1

...

Build a Zoo Project Based Learning | Real World Math Project PBL

Created by

End of Year, Gifted and Talented, Math

Math Project Based Learning, Math Enrichment & ChallengeThis math PBL project will have your students practicing real-world math applications while having a BLAST! This project based learning task is a great extension and enrichment activity for your early finishers. It allows them to act as a zookeeper building a brand new zoo in their town. They must make several decisions about the zoo, practicing several common core math standards along the way. Students will love acting as a zookeeper,

Subjects:

Grades:

2nd - 4th

Types:

CCSS:

...

Also included in: PBL Bundle - Project Based Learning Math Projects

Halloween STEM Challenges & Activities BUNDLE - Pumpkin Catapult, Candy Towers

Created by

Engineering, Halloween, Science

These Halloween themed STEM/STEAM activities are perfect to engage your elementary engineers in October! Three STEM challenges and one Bonus Brainbuilder are provided and can be completed as stations or in isolation.Check out my Video Tour and Demo of all components on YouTube below!LOW PREP HALLOWEEN STEM CHALLENGES VIDEOIncludes the following LOW PREP Halloween STEM Activities and Challenges:Pumpkin Catapult and 6 Pumpkin Catapult Games (Stations)Candy TowerSpider Web BridgeBonus Brainbuilder:

Subjects:

Grades:

K - 5th

Types:

Catherine Reed - The Brown Bag Teacher

Math Logic Puzzles BUNDLE: 1st & 2nd Grade Algebraic Thinking & Math Enrichment

Created by

Algebraic thinking is a skill that begins EARLY. Use these addition and subtraction within 20 math puzzlers to challenge your students. Get them talking about numbers, reason abstractly and quantitatively, and build mental math skills.So often it seems that finding just-right resources for all of our learners is a full time job, especially for my highest group of mathematicians. These are the friends that are working a grade-level (or two) above 1st grade and the ones who sometimes struggle to s

Subjects:

Basic Operations, Gifted and Talented

Grades:

1st - 2nd

Types:

Activities, GATE, Interactive Notebooks

Christmas STEM Challenges (December) - Christmas & Winter STEM Activities BUNDLE

Created by

Christmas/ Chanukah/ Kwanzaa, Engineering, Science

These Christmas/Holiday STEM/STEAM activities are perfect to engage your elementary engineers in December! Three STEM challenges and one Bonus Brainbuilder are provided and can be completed as stations or in isolation.Includes the following LOW PREP STEM Challenges:Santa's ParachuteShelf for the ElfTallest TreeBonus Brainbuilder: Gingerbread EscapeNow includes the following Winter STEM (Not Holiday Specific) Challenges:Special DeliveryToy ShelfWinter TreeIncludes the following components for EAC

Subjects:

Grades:

K - 5th

Types:

NGSS:

K-2-ETS1-2

, K-2-ETS1-3

, K-2-ETS1-1

, 3-5-ETS1-3

, 3-5-ETS1-1

...

End of the Year and Summer STEM Challenges & Activities - Roller Coaster BUNDLE

Created by

End of Year, Engineering, Science

These End of the Year, Spring, and Summer themed STEM & STEAM activities are perfect to engage your elementary engineers in May and June! Three STEM activities and one Bonus Brainbuilder are provided and can be completed as stations or in isolation.Includes the following LOW PREP STEM Challenges and Activities:Roller CoasterStraw RocketWaterproof Critter HouseBonus Brainbuilder: Pool Noodle PartyIncludes the following components for EACH CHALLENGE:Detailed Lesson Plan with Standards, Supply

Subjects:

Grades:

K - 5th

Types:

NGSS:

K-2-ETS1-2

, K-2-ETS1-3

, K-2-ETS1-1

, 3-PS2-1

, 3-5-ETS1-3

...

End of Year Math Project | Plan a Summer Vacation PBL Math Review

Created by

End of Year, Gifted and Talented, Math

End of the Year Math Spiral Review PBL Project - Printable & Digital versions This math PBL project will have your students practicing real-world math applications while having a BLAST! This project based learning task is a great extension and enrichment activity for your early finishers. During this end of the year math review project, students get to plan out tons of fun activities for their summer break, while spiraling and practicing several math skills along the way! Students will love

Subjects:

Grades:

2nd - 4th

Types:

CCSS:

...

Also included in: PBL Math Enrichment Projects - Bundle #2

5 STEM Activities Desert Island STEM Challenge Bridge Catapult Raft Hut STEAM

Created by

Fishyrobb

If your students enjoy doing STEM or STEAM activities, they will LOVE this set of 5 fully-planned out challenges! All five themed STEM challenges center around the story of a shipwrecked traveler stranded on a deserted island. After watching an introductory “movie trailer” and hearing the story of the shipwreck, students will read five of the traveler's diary entries. Each entry will challenge them to design and build something to help him survive and get back to civilization!These STEM challeng

Subjects:

Engineering, Gifted and Talented, Physical Science

Grades:

4th - 7th

Types:

GATE, Centers

NGSS:

3-5-ETS1-1

, 3-5-ETS1-2

Also included in: STEM Challenge Projects Desert Island Winter Pioneer 15 Science Activities

Depth and Complexity Critical Thinking Literature Circles Book Clubs

Created by

Teacher Thrive

Add some depth and complexity to traditional Literature Circles with this complete and ready-to-use resource!You will be amazed by the level of discussion and critical thinking that will take place among your students. Each Literature Circle role (listed below) is directly connected to 11 elements of critical thinking: Big Ideas, Rules, Trends, Patterns, Language of the Discipline, Ethics, Relationships Over Time, Details, Unanswered Questions, Across Disciplines, and Multiple Perspectives). Ju

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, Literature, Reading

Grades:

4th - 9th, Adult Education

Types:

GATE, Literature Circles

Also included in: Depth and Complexity Critical Thinking Mega Bundle

Math Logic Puzzles: 5th grade Enrichment - [Digital & Printable PDF]

Created by

Christy Howe

Math Logic Puzzles for 5th grade includes 15 higher-order thinking puzzles designed to challenge and engage your high flyers and fast finishers. Your students will utilize critical thinking and problem-solving skills to build a solid understanding of essential 5th-grade math concepts. These puzzles are available as a printable PDF and a paperless version made with Google Slides™ for virtual learning.Every activity is directly aligned with the Common Core State Standards for Math.Math Concepts a

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, Math, Problem Solving

Grades:

4th - 6th

Types:

CCSS:

...

Also included in: Math Logic Puzzles: 3-5 BUNDLE - [Digital & Printable PDF]

Hop Scotch Coding® (Hour of Code) - Interactive Unplugged Coding / Google Slides

Created by

Computer Science - Technology, Gifted and Talented, Instructional Technology

Perfect for the Hour of Code and introducing Coding to your students!Now includes PAPERLESS Google Slides Hop Scotch coding! Students can build and act out their own their own codes in either a slideshow format or a board format! Love Hop Scotch Coding?! Save BIG with the Bundle! Check out my other special editions!Hop Scotch Coding Dance PartyBasic Facts Hop Scotch CodingSpelling Hop Scotch CodingHalloween Hop Scotch CodingThanksgiving Hop Scotch CodingHoliday/Winter Hop Scotch CodingValentines

Subjects:

Grades:

K - 3rd

Types:

Critical Thinking, Math, Problem Solving

Also included in: Hop Scotch Coding® BUNDLE (Hour of Code) Unplugged Coding: Spring & Fall Coding

Math Logic Puzzles: 4th grade ENRICHMENT - [Digital & Printable PDF]

Created by

Christy Howe

Math Logic Puzzles for 4th grade includes 14 higher order thinking puzzles designed to challenge and engage your high flyers and fast finishers. Your students will utilize critical thinking and problem solving skills while building a solid understanding of essential math concepts and skills. These puzzles are available as a printable PDF and a paperless version made with Google Slides™ for virtual learning.Every activity is directly aligned with the Common Core State Standards for Math.Math Con

Subjects:

Grades:

4th - 5th

Types:

CCSS:

...

Also included in: Math Logic Puzzles: 3-5 BUNDLE - [Digital & Printable PDF]

STEM Bins® Seasonal Task Cards - STEM Activities

Created by

Engineering, Holidays/Seasonal

The following task cards are designed to accompany my STEM Bins® , found at the following link:★STEM BINSNOW INCLUDES A SPANISH AND FRENCH VERSION!!!This is a HUGE pack of 162 additional task cards for STEM Bins®! Students can use a STEM Bin® with a building material of their choice to construct as many seasonal structures as possible.Includes the following themes:Pages 3-8: Task Card Box Covers (recommended for 4x6 photo cases)Pages 9-10: Back to School StructuresPages 11-12: Fall/Halloween/Tha

Subjects:

Grades:

PreK - 5th

Types:

Also included in: STEM Bins® MEGA BUNDLE: Elementary STEM Activities: Morning Work,Early Finishers

Project Based Learning 5th Grade Math | Personal Budget | Decimals TEKS CCSS

Created by

Performing in Education

This is a student-favorite math project based learning (PBL) for 5th grade and financial literacy, which incorporates TEKS and Common Core standards. It can be used in the classroom or as distance learning. A print AND digital Google version is included! Help your students practice decimals and money skills with this quality project-based learning. Challenge activities allow for it to be used in 6th grade as well. It includes a teacher guide walking you through each step.**THIS RESOURCE IS NOW A

Subjects:

Math

Grades:

5th - 6th

Types:

GATE

CCSS:

5.NBT.B.5

, 5.NBT.B.7

, MP3

, MP4

, MP5

...

Also included in: 5th Project Based Learning Math Starter Kit Bundle

PBL Math Enrichment Project | Plan a Camping Trip PBL

Created by

Gifted and Talented, Math, Specialty

Classroom Campout Math Activities - End of the Year Math Project Based LearningThis camping theme project will have your students practicing real-world math applications while having a BLAST! It's also perfect for an end of the year camping week and math review. This project based learning task is a great extension and enrichment activity for your early finishers. This project allows them to take a camping trip with their best friend for the weekend. They must make several decisions about their

Subjects:

Grades:

2nd - 4th

Types:

CCSS:

...

Also included in: PBL Bundle - Project Based Learning Math Projects

Passion Projects, Genius Hour, Independent Research Project Templates

Created by

Keep 'em Thinking with Susan Morrow

Looking for a way to increase student engagement and motivation? Passion Projects are the answer! This step-by-step project based learning guide includes everything you need to introduce Passion Projects for kids in your lessons or during a weekly Genius Hour in your classroom. The best part is that this print and go Passion Projects resource allows your students to participate in an authentic Project Based Learning experience that helps them complete student led research in order to create a pe

Subjects:

For All Subjects, Gifted and Talented

Grades:

2nd - 5th

Types:

Projects, GATE

Also included in: Growth Mindset, Perseverance, Passion Projects, Becoming An Achiever, and More

The Wild Robot Activities ⭐ STEM Challenges Hands-on Novel Study ⭐

Created by

Meredith Anderson - Momgineer STEM Activities

Get ready for STEM activities with The Wild Robot by Peter Brown! In this set of challenges, students follow the adventures of Roz the robot on an island where she must adapt in order to survive. Along the way, Roz encounters many challenges which she must overcome. Your students will overcome the challenges right alongside Roz as they complete the STEM challenges that go along with this engaging read aloud. ✅ What You'll Get ✅3 Main STEM ChallengesCamouflage STEM Activity ChallengeShelter STEM

Subjects:

Balanced Literacy, Engineering, Gifted and Talented

Grades:

3rd - 6th

Types:

Activities, GATE, Printables

NGSS:

3-5-ETS1-3

, 3-5-ETS1-1

, 3-5-ETS1-2

Also included in: STEM Bundle of Activities and Challenges Read Aloud Books and Novels

4th Grade Math Project Based Learning | Add, Subtract, Multiply, Money, and More

Created by

Performing in Education

This fun 4th-grade math project-based learning activity teaches students math and business skills while they design and plan their donut shop opening! Standards covered include Multi-digit addition & subtraction, money, multiplication, and more! It's great for Common Core Math and other state standards! Help your students practice real-life math skills with this quality math project. It even includes a teacher guide walking you through each step. Differentiation and student choice are built

Subjects:

Basic Operations, Math, Measurement

Grades:

4th

Types:

CCSS:

Also included in: Math Project-based Learning for 4th Grade Bundle: 6 Awesome Projects!

Greek and Latin Roots Activity Pennant ✏️ 4th Grade 5th Grade Creative

Created by

Meredith Anderson - Momgineer STEM Activities

Enhance your students' vocabulary with a creative and engaging Greek and Latin Roots Pennant Activity! In this hands-on morphology activity, students become active participants in their learning process. Students add words, definitions, or visuals to create their own unique representation of these 60 roots. Why learn root words?Root words are useful for strengthening vocabulary.They can help understand language (including when learning many foreign languages) and build reading skills.Roots are i

Subjects:

Gifted and Talented, Reading, Vocabulary

Grades:

3rd - 12th, Adult Education

Types:

Activities, GATE, Printables

CCSS:

L.3.4c

, L.4.4b

, L.5.4b

, L.6.4b

, L.7.4b

...

Also included in: Greek and Latin Roots Pennant Activity Games BUNDLE Display Vocabulary Test Prep

Winter STEM Activities and Challenges with Paper ❄️ Snowflakes ❄️

Created by

Meredith Anderson - Momgineer STEM Activities

**BEST SELLER!** Winter STEM / Snowflake STEM activities! Create a variety of snowflakes with these 3 STEM engaging challenges. For these challenges, the only material that is necessary is plain paper. This is a great companion activity if you are reading about Snowflake Bentley (Wilson Bentley).✅ What You'll Get ✅Teacher Instructions and sample imagesWarm up activities: How snowflakes form in nature (1 page informational text)Cutting practice page (if your students need it, recommended!)Which f

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, Engineering, Gifted and Talented

Grades:

3rd - 8th

Types:

Activities, GATE, Printables

CCSS:

4.G.A.3

NGSS:

MS-ETS1-2

, 3-5-ETS1-3

, 3-PS2-2

, 3-5-ETS1-1

, MS-ETS1-1

...

Also included in: FLASH SALE ⭐ Low Prep STEM Activities and Challenges Engineering Design Process

Math Logic Puzzles: 2nd grade Enrichment - [Digital & Printable PDF]

Created by

Christy Howe

Math Logic Puzzles for 2nd grade includes 16 higher-order thinking puzzles designed to challenge and engage your high flyers and fast finishers. Your students will utilize critical thinking and problem-solving skills while building a solid understanding of essential math concepts and skills. These puzzles are available as a printable PDF and a paperless version made with Google Slides™ for virtual learning.Every activity is directly aligned with the Common Core State Standards for Math.--------

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, Math, Problem Solving

Grades:

2nd - 3rd

Types:

CCSS:

...

Third Grade Early Finisher Packet Fast Finishers Worksheets & Activities (GATE)

Created by

Isla Hearts Teaching

Early Finishers MEGA PACK (150 Printables for Third Grade Enrichment!)Need something to challenge your gifted and talented students who finish early? Are they always crying out for enrichment and saying, "I'm Done, Now What?" If so, then this packet of 150 printable activities is perfect for your classroom! The work is split into MATH (NUMBER AND OPERATIONS), MATH (MEASUREMENT, DATA & GEOMETRY), LANGUAGE ARTS, WRITING, CREATIVE THINKING and FUN STUFF. A cover page is included if you wish to

Subjects:

For All Subject Areas, Gifted and Talented

Grades:

3rd - 4th

Types:

Worksheets, GATE, Printables

Also included in: Early Finishers Enrichment Activities Fun Worksheets Packet 1st 2nd 3rd Grade

PBL Math Enrichment Project | Space Trip Project Based Learning

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