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STEAM Challenge - Musical Instrument STEM Activity Explore Sound and Vibrations

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Grade Levels
2nd - 8th
Resource Type
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Pages
30 pages
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Description

A low prep sound and vibrations STEAM activity that can be used with students in ANY grade! It may not *quite* be music to your ears, but this is one of the most fun and satisfying STEM challenges to do with a group. While this can be easily completed in one class period, you can also turn this into a much longer project if you are working with secondary students or have access to 3D printers where students can design a working instrument in Tinkercad or another CAD program.

What You'll Get

  • Challenge Poster
  • Description and teacher notes, including differentiation ideas.
  • Photo examples
  • 5 "Talk Like an Engineer" word cards with relevant vocabulary **includes link to Quizlet
  • Talk Like an Engineer Poster
  • Multiple Recording Options: Graphic organizers (includes Google Slides Options), 2-page Engineering Report, 1-page Engineering Design Process recording option
  • Data Collection Sheet
  • Rubric and Checklist Option
  • Bonus activity instrument identification and mini research project

What is a Quick STEM Challenge? If you have thought about trying a STEM challenge but weren't sure where to start, this is a great way to dive in! If you already love doing STEM challenges with your students, I know you will enjoy this challenge. This resource has one QUICK STEM challenge you can do with readily available materials. STEM challenges are wonderful for team-building and can be used with a wide grade range.

❤️ What Teachers Are Saying ❤️

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "This was so helpful with the videos, instructions, and rubric. It took a lot of work off of my shoulders!"

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "I own almost all of your stem projects. I have used them from K-5. Easily adaptable. Kids always have a lot of fun."

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Used this for a STEAM project with my 7th graders and their 1st grade buddies to make musical instruments. ALL had a good time - thank you!"

Disclaimer: I have done my best to keep these as safe as possible. However, please make sure that you do your own due diligence when performing any STEM challenge. Adult supervision is necessary. Please use care, caution, and your best judgement when performing any STEM challenge, engineering challenge, or science experiment. The seller disclaims all liability for any damage or injury which might arise from the use of any of these projects.

Total Pages
30 pages
Answer Key
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Teaching Duration
1 hour
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Standards

to see state-specific standards (only available in the US).
NGSSMS-ETS1-2
Evaluate competing design solutions using a systematic process to determine how well they meet the criteria and constraints of the problem.
NGSSMS-ETS1-4
Develop a model to generate data for iterative testing and modification of a proposed object, tool, or process such that an optimal design can be achieved.
NGSS3-5-ETS1-1
Define a simple design problem reflecting a need or a want that includes specified criteria for success and constraints on materials, time, or cost.
NGSSMS-ETS1-1
Define the criteria and constraints of a design problem with sufficient precision to ensure a successful solution, taking into account relevant scientific principles and potential impacts on people and the natural environment that may limit possible solutions.
NGSS3-5-ETS1-2
Generate and compare multiple possible solutions to a problem based on how well each is likely to meet the criteria and constraints of the problem.

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