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Middle school engineering lessons under $5
End of the Year Craft STEM Activities Summer STEM Challenges Packet Worksheets
3 End of the Year STEM Challenges - Mini Golf Course (Hole in One) Challenge, Balloon Rocket Car Challenge, and Trampoline Challenge. 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 has science, technology, engineering, and measurement activities to do with your upper elementary kids that will really get their brains going during the en
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3rd - 6th
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Ancient Rome Activities Project STEM Challenges Worksheets Roman Empire Republic
Ancient Rome STEM & STEAM ChallengesCross-curricular challenges for students who are studying Ancient Civilizations and Ancient Rome! This resource has science, technology, engineering, and measurement activities to do with your upper elementary kids that will really enhance their learning! There are 2 Rome STEM Challenges in this pack. Each STEM Challenge has detailed directions, photo examples, a list of materials needed, prediction section, brainstorming section, trials 1, 2, & 3, fin
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3rd - 7th
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Ancient Greece Activities Project Craft Activity STEM History Olympics Challenge
Ancient Greece STEM & STEAM ChallengesCross-curricular challenges for students who are studying Ancient Civilizations and Ancient Greece! This resource has science, technology, engineering, and measurement activities to do with your upper elementary kids that will really enhance their learning! There are 3 Greece STEM Challenges in this pack. Each STEM Challenge has detailed directions, photo examples, a list of materials needed, prediction section, brainstorming section, trials 1, 2, &
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3rd - 7th
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STEM Challenge Newton’s Cradle – 3rd Law of Motion Problem-Solving Activity
Here's a perfect way to learn about Newton's 3rd Law. This upper elementary STEM Challenge is a student favorite and easy prep for you. Editable lab sheets are included and will guide students through the design process.What is the challenge?Students will use materials to design and create a Newton’s Cradle. In this event, students will review what they know about the laws of motion- especially the third law. Students will have to build the frame for the device, a way to attach strings to the m
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5th - 6th
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NGSS:
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Also included in: STEM CHALLENGES ENTIRE YEAR 60 Projects, Planning Guide, and Posters
STEM Activity Elevators Challenge - A Simple Machine Project
Here's a fabulous STEM project with a focus on creating a cranking device. This STEM Activity features designing and building a working elevator! Great for October or any time of year! ➡️ Click here to save 20% on this STEM Challenge and 2 additional activities!Ideas for use:For Halloween, we have lifted small pumpkins, black kettles full of candy corn, and even apples. We have also tried Easter eggs! This challenge can be used at any time of the year! Try pumpkins for fall, apples in August, b
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4th - 6th
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NGSS:
4-PS3-4
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 4-PS3-1
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Also included in: STEM MONTHLY BUNDLE 30 Challenges FOR THE ENTIRE YEAR
STEM Basketball Goal Challenge Engaging Problem-Solving Sports Activity
Basketball Goals! This basketball goal and shooter is the most fun activity ever in the STEM lab! This challenge is perfect for fall sports but don't forget the great basketball tournament in March! Your students will love competing in this Basketball STEM Challenge! Teamwork at its best.➡️ Click here to save 20% on this STEM resource in a bundle of 3 projects.What is the Challenge?In this challenge, students will:Design and build a basketball goal that must be the correct size to allow a ping p
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Grades:
3rd - 6th
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NGSS:
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Also included in: STEM MONTHLY BUNDLE 30 Challenges FOR THE ENTIRE YEAR
STEM Activities Games Challenges End of the Year STEAM Coding Pinball Foosball
STEM Gamers - Games ChallengesPerfect challenges for students who love technology and games! This resource has science, technology, engineering, and measurement activities to do with your upper elementary kids that will really enhance their learning! This resource is part of the STEM / STEAM All Year Long Curriculum Bundle – 28 Challenges!There are 3 Game-related STEM Challenges in this pack. Each STEM Challenge has detailed directions, photo examples, a list of materials needed, a prediction se
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3rd - 8th
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STEM Catapult Building Challenge Problem-Solving Activity
This highly engaging experiment and design STEM Challenge is unique! How far can you launch something with a catapult? Can you hit a target or go over a formidable wall? Your students will work together to build a catapult, experiment with different angles, and compete with several performance tasks! ➡️ Click here to save 20% on this STEM resource in a bundle of 3 projects.➡️ Click here to save 20% on this STEM resource in a bundle of 6 projects.What is the challenge?Students construct a workin
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4th - 6th
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NGSS:
4-PS3-4
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 4-PS3-1
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Also included in: STEM Challenge Bundle Fun Problem-Solving Projects for Elementary
Bill Nye the Science Guy : MAGNETISM (physical science / magnet video worksheet)
*Video is needed for completion of this product*Please make sure you have access to the video prior to making your purchaseWant more BILL! BILL!! BILL!!! – CLICK HERE!*This worksheet can be used to accompany the Bill Nye video MAGNETISM (Season 2, Episode 1).The worksheet has a series of questions that help students stay focused on various science facts about MAGNETISM. Areas covered: magnetic poles, magnetic fields, metals, MRI, science facts, science careers and simple hands-on activities. A
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5th - 8th
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Bill Nye the Science Guy : SIMPLE MACHINES (STEM video worksheet / sub plans)
*Note: video is needed for completion of this product**Please make sure you have access to the video prior to your purchaseWant more BILL! BILL!! BILL!!! – CLICK HERE!This worksheet can be used to accompany the Bill Nye video SIMPLE MACHINES (Season 1, Episode 10).The worksheet has 13 questions that help students stay focused on various science facts about the simple machines (lever, pulley, screw, wheels). There are also 2 follow-up questions that students can complete on their own or through g
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4th - 8th
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Ancient Mesopotamia Activities STEM Project Challenges Cuneiform Ziggurat
Ancient Mesopotamia STEM & STEAM ChallengesCross-curricular challenges for students who are studying Ancient Civilizations and Ancient Mesopotamia! This resource has science, technology, engineering, and measurement activities to do with your upper elementary kids that will really enhance their learning! There are 2 Mesopotamia STEM Challenges in this pack. Each STEM Challenge has detailed directions, photo examples, a list of materials needed, prediction section, brainstorming section, tria
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3rd - 6th
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STEM Ferris Wheel Challenge Force and Motion Project
Do your students need activities with many problems to solve? This STEM challenge features engineering symmetrical sides of a wheel that will turn freely. It is challenging, but oh-so fun! Your upper elementary students will love this event. You will love the detailed Teacher's guide.➡️ Click here to save 20% on this STEM resource in a bundle of 3 projects.What is the challenge?Students will be using craft sticks and glue to make a spinning Ferris Wheel. The wheel has two sides and students must
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Grades:
4th - 6th
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NGSS:
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Also included in: STEM MONTHLY BUNDLE 30 Challenges FOR THE ENTIRE YEAR
STEM Flood Barrier Challenge - Real Life Activity
This STEM challenge features experimenting first and designing using the experiment data to make decisions! This is a spectacular event with students measuring liquids, analyzing data, and then building a barrier to control a small flooding event.➡️ Click here to save 20% on this STEM Challenge and 2 additional challenges.➡️ Click here to save 20% on this Flood Barrier Challenge in the Real Life 6-Pack Bundle!What is the challenge? This multi-day challenge is to experiment with absorbent materia
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Grades:
4th - 6th
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NGSS:
3-ESS3-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 5-ESS3-1
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Also included in: STEM CHALLENGES ENTIRE YEAR 60 Projects, Planning Guide, and Posters
Mythbusters : Food Fables (science video worksheet) / Thanksgiving / Holiday
MYTHBUSTERS VIDEO WORKSHEETSUBJECTS: SCIENCE, PHYSICS, STEMGRADES: 7-12*Video is necessary for completion of this worksheet.*Please make sure you have access to the video before making your purchase.*Always view all videos for content prior to showing to your students.$AVE WITH A MYTHBUSTERS MEGA BUNDLE - CLICK HERE!*Mythbusters "FOOD FABLES" (Season 13, Episode 7)A 25-question worksheet to accompany the Mythbusters episode which is perfect to view around the Thanksgiving season. This episode f
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7th - 12th
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Also included in: Mythbusters: Bundle #3 (10 Science Video Worksheets / STEM) - SUB PLANS
8 Paper STEM Challenges- No Prep Needed!
Wanting to do some STEM activities but don't want to buy a lot of supplies? Or did your lesson not take up as much time as you were planning and need a quick idea to implement on the fly? Included in this PDF are 8 simple STEM activities that require only paper products (occasionally scissors & masking tape for some). These activities can range from 10-40 minutes depending on how you implement them. My favorite part about these activities is how flexible they are, easy to implement & eng
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4th - 8th
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MS-ETS1-2
Ancient India STEM Challenges | Irrigation System Monsoons Stupa Activities
Ancient India STEM & STEAM ChallengesCross-curricular challenges for students who are studying Ancient Civilizations and Ancient India! This resource has science, technology, engineering, and measurement activities to do with your upper elementary kids that will really enhance their learning! There are 2 India STEM Challenges in this pack. Each STEM Challenge has photo examples, a list of materials needed, directions to get students started, prediction section, brainstorming section, trials
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4th - 7th
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Summer STEM - End of the Year STEM Activities End of the Year Challenges
Summer 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 during the summer time!This resource is part of the STEM / STEAM All Year Long Curriculum Bundle – 28 Challenges!There are 3 Summer 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 result
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3rd - 7th
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STEM Challenge Pumpkin Catapults
Perfect for Halloween! Students love to launch objects and this STEM activity uses pumpkin candy. Here's the good news! You can substitute with small plastic pumpkins, orange pom-poms, or even tiny pumpkins. Even better, change this completely and use any time of year! Try tiny hearts for Valentine's Day or jelly beans in the spring! Check the preview for more alternative ideas!➡️ Click here to save 20% on this STEM Challenge and 2 additional activities!What is the challenge?Students will design
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3rd - 6th
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NGSS:
3-PS2-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 4-PS3-1
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Also included in: STEM MONTHLY BUNDLE 30 Challenges FOR THE ENTIRE YEAR
Summer STEM Challenge Engineering Design Process Build a Rubber Band Car
Do your students love STEM Activities? Your students will love making a rubber band car to demonstrate potential and kinetic energy! This is a great STEM Activity using the engineering design process. Students will design and test their prototype and redesign in this STEM activity. Rubber band cars are fun and engaging and illustrate various force and motion concepts. ✅This STEM Engineering Unit Includes:Phenomena⚡Engineering Design ProcessLesson PlansScaffolding for Students Who Need ItDirectio
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5th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-PS3-5
, MS-ETS1-3
The Stone Age Activities STEM Challenges Archaeology Projects Early Humans Tools
The Stone Age STEM & STEAM Challenges | Archaeology | Early HumansCross-curricular challenges for students who are studying Ancient Civilizations and The Stone Age! This resource has science, technology, engineering, and measurement activities to do with your upper elementary kids that will really enhance their learning! There are 2 Stone Age STEM Challenges in this pack. Each STEM Challenge has detailed directions, photo examples, a list of materials needed, prediction section, brainstormin
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3rd - 7th
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STEM Wind-Powered Car Challenge Build a Car Activity
Are you ready for a wind project? This STEM challenge is part of a series about wind-powered devices that be used all year long! This resource features the famous Wind Car! Your students will love the problem-solving of this challenge and cheer loudly when their little cars zip along with the wind.➡️ Click here to save 20% on this STEM Challenge in the Wind Projects Bundle!What is the challenge?In this challenge, students use materials to design a rolling car that is wind-powered. They will cons
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4th - 6th
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NGSS:
3-PS2-1
, 4-PS3-4
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-PS2-2
, 4-PS3-1
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Also included in: STEM Challenge Wind Power Bundle
Summer STEM Activity Engineering Design Process Science Engineering Practices
Great for summer science. Students will use Design Thinking to create a balloon car. They will design and create a prototype and conduct iterative testing to design and improve the balloon car. Students will consider constraints and criteria in the engineering challengeand compare design solutions. The whole engineering process takes about four class periods. Students will love this balloon car activity.This resource includes:A slide show on the design processDetailed lesson planFollow-up pagesP
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Grades:
6th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-4
, MS-ETS1-1
, MS-ETS1-3
STEM Balloon Rockets Challenge Problem-Solving Activity
Kids love rockets! Anything that blasts off or explodes is what they request in a science activity! So, here is a perfect choice for a STEM project! Students will be using balloons to propel their rockets! Are you ready to blast off?▶️ Save 20% on the Balloons Bundle of 3 Challenges▶️ Click here for the 6-Pack Newton's Laws of Motion BundleWhat is the challenge?Students will experiment with ways to make a balloon travel along a vertical path successfully. They will be challenged to use supplies
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4th - 6th
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NGSS:
4-PS3-4
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 4-PS3-1
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Also included in: STEM CHALLENGES ENTIRE YEAR 60 Projects, Planning Guide, and Posters
STEM Challenge Bottle Car featuring Newton’s 3rd Law
It’s time for a STEM Activity with Newton’s Laws of Motion! Bottle Cars will show your students how to use materials well and think through problems encountered- all while learning more about Newton’s 3rd Law. Students will love this car “racing” challenge!➡️ Click here to save 20% on this STEM Challenge in a bundle of 3!➡️ Click here to save 20% on this STEM Challenge in a bundle of 6!What is the challenge? Students will use materials to design and build a balloon-powered car. The car must roll
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5th - 6th
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NGSS:
4-PS3-4
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 4-PS3-1
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Also included in: STEM CHALLENGES ENTIRE YEAR 60 Projects, Planning Guide, and Posters
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