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8th grade problem solving engineering resources for Montessori
Paper Roller Coasters
Paper roller coasters is sure to be a project students will love! It is an engineering project that requires collaboration, problem solving, exact measurement, and a knowledge of physics. Students will explore and put to test Newton's Laws of motion while building their vertical paper roller coaster made out of card stock, tape, and a foam board for the base. You will be amazed at your students creativity in designing and problem solving. I love how cost efficient this STEM project is, using onl
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5th - 9th
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Ball Drop Challenge
Introducing our dynamic, NGSS Supporting, lesson plan: "Building Blocks Engineering Challenge - Ball Drop!" Engage your students in an immersive exploration of engineering principles through hands-on experimentation with building blocks.In this captivating lesson, students will delve into the heart of the engineering design process by tackling a challenge: safeguarding a delicate marble from the impact of a drop. Armed with their ingenuity and problem-solving skills, students will brainstorm, pr
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K - 8th
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NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
Mr Circuit Lab 1 Basic Electronics Manual with access to online training
Congratulations! You have found the best product for teaching electronics technology to HVAC, AUTOMOTIVE, ROBOTICS, DRONES, and STEM classes. This lab has been the gateway to many people entering the fields of science, physics, electronics and related fields.License: This is an introductory offer to print one copy of the lab manual. There are Price Lists enclosed to order complete labs and the parts necessary to complete all the experiments. Any questions, please call me at 805-295-1642The Mr
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3rd - 12th, Adult Education
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Unlocking Potential: The Power and Promise of Artificial Intelligence
AI can handle routine tasks such as grading and attendance, allowing teachers to focus more on instruction and student interaction. However, the integration of AI in education also poses dangers, such as potential biases in AI algorithms that can perpetuate existing inequalities and the risk of over-reliance on technology, which may undermine critical thinking and interpersonal skills. Students are more and more aware of the use of AI, but have they taken time to discuss the risks posed by this
Grades:
8th - 12th
NGSS:
MS-ETS1-1
, HS-ETS1-1
Young Entrepreneur's Workbook
Empower your middle school and high school students with the "Young Entrepreneur's Workbook" – a comprehensive resource designed for budding business minds. Whether you're leading a project-based classroom or guiding your homeschooled teens through an enriching curriculum, this workbook provides a structured and engaging journey into the world of entrepreneurship.Key Features:Foundational Vocabulary:Equip students with a solid understanding of business concepts through a carefully curated list o
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Grades:
6th - 12th
Bridge Bundle: Create Weight-Bearing,Fixed, Movable and Truss Bridges with Paper
Explore the physics and design of bridge building with just paper, tape and scissors! The Bridge Bundle includes 4 project guides, 3 student worksheets, 7 Technique pages and 2 Reference pages for use with K-12 students. The 28-page Bundle includes the Weight-Bearing Bridge Experiment, an introductory activity that introduces paper as a strong building material. The Bundle also includes three open-ended project guides that focus on different approaches to creating fixed, movable (including drawb
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Grades:
PreK - 12th
NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 3-ESS3-1
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ELECTRONICS DISCOVERY WORKSHOP- Pkt #01- "The RESISTOR CHALLENGE" Montessori
This "RESISTOR CHALLENGE" is designed using the Montessori Method of education that is based on self-directed activity and hands-on learning. Great item to inspire STEM students and future Technicians, Engineers, and Scientists. Every activity is thoughtfully chosen to encourage exploration, independent thinking, and problem-solving. This activity is designed to be used by students who, after completing it, return it to the shelf ready for others to use. The students learn the material and th
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5th - 12th, Adult Education
Chess Strategy - 30 question Multiple Choice - all ages - 7 pages with answers
Prepare yourselves for this all age Chess Strategy Challenge, where your strategic minds will be put to the test. Each of the 30 multiple-choice questions with answers is designed to challenge your understanding of key chess concepts, from opening moves to endgame strategies. This 7 page Chess Strategy Challenge is your chance to showcase your strategic prowess.
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3rd - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: Chess and Chess Strategy activities - 20 True/False, 30 Multiple Choice
Road to Peace - a conflict resolution game
Road to Peace is a conflict resolution game developed by two Montessori teachers to help students successfully resolve their own conflicts to the extent that resolution is within their capacities. The game works in both Montessori and traditional classrooms. Students who are unable to resolve their conflicts are directed to request mediation.
The product includes a game board designed to be laminated on legal sized card stock, instructions, and a Mediation Request Form. Copies may be made
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1st - 8th
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Marshmallow Bridge Project - STEM / Pre-Algebra / Algebra 1 PBL!
An excellent STEM project to explore equations and inequalities, while also using creativity and engineering! Student develop and plan a marshmallow bridge, purchase materials from you using an imaginary budget, and then construct it over the next couple of days. At the end, the students create a poster of their design and thinking.It's an extremely fun project and the students really enjoy the hands on approach to working with money and mathematics.Materials to provide are small marshmallows an
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7th - 10th
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Low Prep - Easy STEM End-of-Year Activity - Engineering & Building - Marshmallow
The Marshmallow STEM Tallest Tower Challenge is a fun and engaging activity that combines principles of engineering, problem-solving, and creativity. In this challenge, participants are given a set of materials consisting of 20 pieces of dry spaghetti and one large marshmallow. The objective is to construct the tallest tower possible using only these items while following the engineering process.Here's a detailed description of the activity:Materials: Gather all the necessary materials, includin
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PreK - 12th
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Easy Mandala handwriting coloring pages Vol.1
This easy mandala is for children to enhance their imagination and create fun using various colors to paint pictures. For adults, it can be used to relieve stress and relax the mind as well. There are 10 unique images in total, hand-designed.
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3rd - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Also included in: Easy Handwriting Mandala Coloring Book Bundle - 4 Pack
Constructing Time A Hands-on Tech Project on Building Sundials and Water Clocks
Middle school students work with their hands deconstructing and constructing time-pieces from ancient time to today. This activity is a part of a bundle: “Ancient Time Bundle”. In this practical work project, students will learn how timepieces are made through the process of deconstruction and reconstruction. Moreover, this guided activity will allow them to build and calibrate their chosen time-telling device, to customize each clock depending on their design and function, and to deeply underst
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6th - 9th
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Also included in: STEAM Project on the History of Time
Bridge Engineering Unit
Use hands-on collaborative labs, vocabulary, and three-part cards to learn about types of bridges, tension, compression, loads, dissipation, buckling, and more. Great way to experience the engineering design process and have a rich STEAM experience. This comprehensive set of materials can be used as a complete unit or broken into separate activities. Includes two and three part term, image, and definition cards, vocabulary, two hands-on labs, and supplemental handouts. Can be used over a period
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Grades:
4th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-ETS1-2
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-4
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, MS-ETS1-1
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Peace Education Task Cards
About This Set:This card set is designed to place directly on your peace shelf as a resource for students to choose one card and engage in a peaceful activity. Now contains lesson plans and extensions for all task cards.
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PreK - 8th
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Timeline of Architecture - Three/Four Part Cards
This PDF can be used to make a set of three/four part cards that can teach children about the different periods of Architectural Styles and when they occurred. Each period has a control card (word and picture), a word card, a picture card, and an information card. Periods included are: Neolithic, Greek, Roman, Gothic, Baroque, Neoclassicism, Art Deco, Bauhaus, Brutalism, Modernism, and Postmodernism. These cards are a wonderful way to get kids exited about architecture, to inspire creativity, t
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3rd - 8th
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Positive Conflict Resolution Script
Invite your students to follow this script to solve their own conflicts in the classroom. This tool is based on the Montessori concept of the "peace rose conversation" and positive discipline strategies. It can be placed on your classroom shelves and/or copied for children to use as needed. It is helpful to role play a number of conflict scenarios and using the script to find a constructive solution with your students.
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3rd - 9th
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Mindfulness Strategy Posters - FIVE Breathing Exercises (SEL)
This social emotional poster set provides students with five mindful breathing exercises to try when they are feeling overwhelmed or upset. This product is perfect on display in your cool down space or at student's desks for quick access. Visual cues and simple language are used to support all learners, including those who are young and/or learning English in addition to other languages.INCLUDESBreathing Strategy Cover PageStar BreathingHumming Bee Breath5 Finger BreathingFlower BreathingBalloon
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PreK - 8th
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Calming Bracelet Activity
Target Behavior: Anxiety/Worry How does it help: Students can attribute a color of a bead to something that makes them feel calm. They write it down on their sheet to help remind them of what mental images make them feel calm when feeling anxious or worried. Bonus: Also makes a great cheap fidget for anxious students in class.
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PreK - 12th
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Green/Renewable Energy Hydroelectricity and Wind Turbine Small Posters
Small hand drawn posters that display different aspects of hydroelectric power generation and wind power generation. The connection to both of these types of renewable energy to the electric grid is also presented. This makes a perfect table top display option to talk about hydroelectricity (potential energy conversion) and wind energy (kinetic energy conversion).
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PreK - 11th
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Also included in: Renewable Energy/Green Energy In Class Exercises or Workshop Tools
Chess Task Cards and Chess Etiquette Sheet
This PDF can be used to make a set of twelve chess task cards and a sheet of Chess Etiquette. These task cards can be used by beginner, intermediate, and advanced chess players, and are perfect for a classroom. Students can use the cards to compete in different types of games to hone their chess skills.
Cards should be printed onto card stock, cut, and laminated prior to classroom use. This product would be perfectly paired with my Intro to Chess Three/Four Part Card Set!
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Grades:
1st - 12th
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Problem Solving Scenarios
This is a deck of cards which could be used with your child to help them understand how they are supposed to act in such a situation. This deck also includes four options which will guide your child's thinking. If your child is able to think on his/her own and give you an answer make sure to keep the options covered with the picture. If not make sure to move the picture away and give the four options for the child to support his/ her thinking.
Grades:
K - 12th, Staff
Language for thinking
This is a deck of cards which includes a few scenarios which would help your child develop his/her imagination and thinking skills. There are no options/ answers included in this deck because the main idea of this is to encourage your child to imagine and give the answer they think is right. As the adult, you could decide if the answer which was given is appropriate to the situation or not.
Grades:
K - 10th, Staff
3D Clay Shapes
Really hone in on understanding all pieces to our 3D shapes with this activity. Students will use the worksheet to record their counts after creating 3D shapes with clay and toothpicks. As a challenge, have your early finishers use those shapes to create a castle. My students love this activity, and it's amazing to hear 2nd graders using such vocabulary correctly.
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PreK - 8th
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