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Problem solving Common Core RST.6-8.3 resources
First Day of School Icebreaker: Cup Towers
Get your students moving, building, thinking and collaborating with this fun and intuitive activity. While they are racing against the clock to build the tallest cup tower, you are evaluating their strengths and interpersonal skills. Finish this engaging activity with a feedback session where students tell you what they observed from their experience. This activity provides a great build up to setting high expectations for the entire year. Mix it up for a project-based learning #PBL activity! Yo
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Not Grade Specific
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CCSS:
Python While Loop Programming Challenges
Do your students need a little extra help with understanding while loops in Python programming? Are you looking for some ready to use programming challenges that can be easily incorporated into your lessons? Download the preview now and see for yourself how useful and flexible this worksheet can be.HOW CAN THESE PYTHON PROGRAMMING CHALLENGES BE USED?This worksheet is idea for:A summative assessment task in the classroomA plenary activityA homework task WHAT IS INCLUDED?This 2-page PDF printable
Grades:
8th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-3
Also included in:Â Python Programming Challenge Worksheets
Thanksgiving Project-Based Learning | Plan a Friendsgiving Party
Make learning fun this November with the GATER Educator's Plan a Friendsgiving Feast project-based learning activity! Engage students in close reading, math skills, and Thanksgiving comprehension while they create their perfect holiday celebration. All of the extra work is done for you. Simply print the NO PREP pages, and let your students make the decisions in this fun Project-Based Learning Thanksgiving Unit!Go to new depths of learning with this Project-Based Learning activity. This different
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Grades:
5th - 8th
CONSUMER PROTECTION DESIGN BRIEFS
This is a collection of content applications that address the most common science areas found in middle and high school settings. Each challenge is introduced with a context statement and a brief scenario that helps to set the stage for introducing the dilemma. The challenge invites the students to solve the problem while adhering to specific limitations and rules.While possible procedures are provided for all the design briefs, they should never be considered the only procedures. The rationale
Grades:
5th - 11th
Types:
CCSS:
NGSS:
HS-ETS1-2
, HS-ETS1-3
, HS-ETS1-1
Python If Statement Programming Challenges
Do your students need a little extra help with understanding if statements in Python programming? Are you looking for some ready to use programming challenges that can be easily incorporated into your lessons? Download the preview now and see for yourself how useful and flexible this worksheet can be.HOW CAN THESE PYTHON PROGRAMMING CHALLENGES BE USED?This worksheet is idea for:A summative assessment task in the classroomA plenary activityA homework task WHAT IS INCLUDED?This 2-page PDF printabl
Grades:
8th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-3
Also included in:Â Python Programming Challenge Worksheets
STEM Design for Learning: Designing Weather Instruments
A Webquest for Real World Project-Based Learning
The Weather Station WebQuest is a great way to introduce students to the world of weather measurement and invention. The webquest and design process supports critical thinking and collaboration as students form teams and make decisions about weather instrument design. The final product is a weather station with models representing best efforts in inquiry, research, design, collaboration, and decision making.
WebQuest project-based learning teac
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Grades:
5th - 8th
Python For Loops Programming Challenges
Do your students need a little extra help with understanding for loops in Python programming? Are you looking for some ready to use programming challenges that can be easily incorporated into your lessons? Download the preview now and see for yourself how useful and flexible this worksheet can be.HOW CAN THESE PYTHON PROGRAMMING CHALLENGES BE USED?This worksheet is idea for:A summative assessment task in the classroomA plenary activityA homework task WHAT IS INCLUDED?This 2-page PDF printable ha
Grades:
8th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-3
Also included in:Â Python Programming Challenge Worksheets
Making Your Folder Cover Intoduction to Corel Draw
Use the videos and the guided handout to develop a futional folder cover in Corel Draw Deign Software. Students will become more fluent in the program and self guided in this tutorial.
Grades:
6th - 8th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-4
, MS-ETS1-1
Google Docs Scavenger Hunt / Introduction
If your students are going to be working with Google docs in your classroom this is a great activity to help introduce (or remind) them how to use the tools within the document!This activity includes a total of 14 questions and is on a Google doc that you will be able to assign to your students through Google classroom. *Before assigning this Google doc you can edit some of the questions to fit your classroom/grade level. Tools that this activity goes over include: BoldText colorHighlightingCopy
Grades:
5th - 7th
Types:
CCSS:
Also included in:Â First Week of Middle School Activities / Back to School
SO, WHAT'S BUGGIN' YOU?
This challenge is one in a series of investigations that concentrates on forensic science and the process skills associated with pursuing such inquiries, specifically forensic entomology. It is anticipated that students will make and record accurate observations, draw reasonable inferences, and craft data supported conclusions. It should be noted that students may not find irrefutable evidence in this forensic investigation. It is for this reason that a variety of interpretations may be valid an
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Grades:
7th - 10th
Types:
CCSS:
NGSS:
HS-ETS1-2
, HS-ETS1-3
Also included in:Â Forensic Science Design Briefs
Python Input and Output Programming Challenges
Are you looking for some ready to use Python programming challenges that can be easily incorporated into your lessons? Download the preview now and see for yourself how useful and flexible this worksheet can be. HOW CAN THESE PYTHON PROGRAMMING CHALLENGES BE USED?This worksheet is idea for:A summative assessment task in the classroomA plenary activityA homework task WHAT IS INCLUDED? This 2-page PDF printable handout includes:example code, a task to read code, a task to correct code and 4 practi
Grades:
8th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-3
Also included in:Â Python Programming Challenge Worksheets
Design Thinking Curriculum
The "Design Thinking" Curriculum is designed to provide middle school students with a fundamental understanding of Design thinking, its applications, and hands-on experience in applying design thinking of problem solving . This engaging and interactive series of lessons will introduce students to Design Thinking, fostering their creativity, problem-solving skills, and interest in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) subjects.
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Grades:
7th - 9th, Adult Education
NGSS:
MS-ESS3-2
, MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ESS3-1
, MS-ESS3-5
, MS-ESS3-4
 ...
I'M IMPRESSED - A DESIGN BRIEF
This challenge is one in a series of investigations that concentrates on forensic science (in this case, specifically, tool marks) and the process skills associated with pursuing such inquiries. This challenge presents an opportunity for students to develop a reasonable procedure for creating and comparing tool impressions. It is anticipated that students will make and record accurate observations, draw reasonable inferences, and write data-supported conclusions. It should be noted that students
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Grades:
5th - 9th
Types:
CCSS:
NGSS:
MS-ETS1-4
, MS-ETS1-1
, MS-ETS1-3
Also included in:Â Forensic Science Design Briefs
ORGAN DONOR - A DESIGN BRIEF
This design brief is a real-life application addressing the concept of heat and heat loss through the use of insulating materials. In this case, students design and build a container to keep items cold.
Subjects:
Grades:
7th - 11th
Types:
CCSS:
NGSS:
HS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-4
, MS-PS3-3
, MS-ETS1-1
, MS-ETS1-3
SUSPICIOUS SALINE - A DESIGN BRIEF
This challenge is one in a series of investigations that concentrates on forensic science and the process skills associated with pursuing such inquiries. This challenge presents an opportunity for students to develop a reasonable procedure for ascertaining the salt concentration in a variety of solutions. It can also be used in conjunction with a chemistry unit on solutions or solution concentrations. Students will make and record accurate observations, draw reasonable inferences, and write data
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Grades:
7th - 10th
Types:
CCSS:
NGSS:
HS-ETS1-2
, HS-ETS1-3
, HS-PS1-5
, HS-PS1-3
Also included in:Â Forensic Science Design Briefs
LIP SERVICE - A DESIGN BRIEF
This challenge is one in a series of investigations that concentrates on forensic science and the process skills associated with pursuing such inquiries. This challenge presents an opportunity for students to develop a reasonable procedure for creating and comparing lip prints. It is anticipated that students will make and record accurate observations, draw reasonable inferences, and write data-supported conclusions. It should be noted that students may not find irrefutable evidence in this fore
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Grades:
5th - 8th
Types:
CCSS:
NGSS:
MS-ETS1-2
, HS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-4
, MS-ETS1-1
, MS-ETS1-3
Also included in:Â Forensic Science Design Briefs
HAIRY SCARY - A DESIGN BRIEF
This challenge was crafted as an application activity for a unit on microscope study or as a research/problem-solving quest with a forensic twist focusing on the structure of different kinds of hair. It should be noted that students may not find irrefutable evidence in this forensic investigation. It is for this reason that a variety of interpretations may be valid and should be accepted so long as these contentions are supported by data.
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Grades:
5th - 10th
Types:
CCSS:
NGSS:
MS-ETS1-4
Also included in:Â Forensic Science Design Briefs
SLOPPY COPY - A DESIGN BRIEF
This challenge is one in a series of investigations that concentrates on forensic science (in this case, fingerprinting) and the process skills associated with pursuing such inquiries. It should be noted that students may not find irrefutable evidence in this forensic investigation. It is for this reason that a variety of interpretations may be valid and should be accepted so long as these contentions are supported by data.
Subjects:
Grades:
5th - 10th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-4
, MS-ETS1-1
, MS-ETS1-3
Also included in:Â Forensic Science Design Briefs
WEIGHTLIFTING - A DESIGN BRIEF
This design brief was developed to serve as an application of student understanding following a unit on simple machines. There are six basic simple machines (lever, wheel and axle, inclined plane, wedge, pulley, and screw) and, by definition, each of these devices reduces the amount of effort required to perform a task. It should be anticipated that student engineering teams will select different ways of solving this problem. Regardless of what simple machine groups select, the goal remains the
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Grades:
7th - 10th
Types:
CCSS:
NGSS:
MS-ETS1-2
, HS-ETS1-2
, HS-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-4
, HS-PS2-2
 ...
Also included in:Â FORCE AND MOTION DESIGN BRIEFS
OLD HANDS, NEW TOOLS - A DESIGN BRIEF
This design brief was developed as an application challenge for students following a unit on simple machines. Students will be expected to identify the location of the resistance and the effort on their selected tools, as well as a method to alter the tool, thereby increasing its mechanical advantage.
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Grades:
7th - 10th
Types:
CCSS:
NGSS:
MS-ETS1-2
, HS-ETS1-2
, HS-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-4
, HS-PS2-2
 ...
Also included in:Â FORCE AND MOTION DESIGN BRIEFS
THE X PLANE - A DESIGN BRIEF
A common way for students to experience identifying and manipulating variables is using a zip line vehicle, powered by air pressure or rubber bands. This design brief is to be used as an application of this concept but focuses on the manipulation of variables that affect the flight of the vehicle. Students are expected to keep accurate records of their designs, results, modifications, rationales for changes, and any related questions that arise. In addition, students must individually display an
Subjects:
Grades:
6th - 10th
Types:
CCSS:
NGSS:
HS-ETS1-2
, MS-ETS1-4
, HS-PS2-2
, HS-PS2-1
, MS-ETS1-1
 ...
Also included in:Â FORCE AND MOTION DESIGN BRIEFS
Making Your Folder Cover in Corel Draw
Students will use Corel Draw to develop a basic understanding of the program. While doing this, they will develop a folder cove rto be used for the duration of the class. There are videos to show demonstations on the program also for purchase.
Grades:
6th - 8th
Types:
NGSS:
MS-ETS1-4
, MS-ETS1-1
Also included in:Â Making Your Folder Cover Intoduction to Corel Draw
Google Slides Scavenger Hunt / Introduction
If your students are going to be working with Google slides in your classroom this is a great activity to help introduce (or remind) them how to use the tools within the document!This activity includes a total of 10 tasks and is on a Google slideshow that you will be able to assign to your students through Google classroom. *Before assigning this Google slideshow you can edit some of the questions to fit your classroom/grade level if needed. Tools that this activity goes over include: Changing t
Grades:
5th - 8th
Types:
CCSS:
Also included in:Â First Week of Middle School Activities / Back to School
Engineering Challenge - Build the Tallest Index Card Tower
This is a great activity for students to practice and develop their ingenuity, creativity, problem solving, and engineering skills. Students may work independently or in groups to construct the tallest tower. I have added several extensions to this activity as well as sentence frames for students to use if you they need writing practice. I have added several options for this activity:1. index card challenge - team building / problem solving2. index card challenge - science experiment3. index ca
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Not Grade Specific
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