STEM Critical Thinking Warm-ups
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Are you looking for STEM bell ringers? (You've found them!) Activate your students' brains with these STEM critical thinking warm-ups! This is a set of 20 task cards, 5 for each of the aspects of STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics). These warm-ups can be done independently (use the optional recording page) or as a whole class activity.
Materials needed:
- paper
- index cards
- a hole punch
- toothpicks
Why use STEM warm-ups?
These prompts set the stage for students to start thinking outside the box! Tap into the creative and problem-solving brain areas before diving into STEM challenges.
Why use STEM activities in your classroom or homeschool?
STEM activities are project-based and cross-curricular. Your students will gain experience in soft skill areas and foster a growth mindset while:
✓ Learning to work as part of a team.
✓ Communicating effectively and clearly to persuade others.
✓ Gaining confidence in presenting and speaking to groups.
✓ Persevering through a challenge when the initial design fails.
✓ Accepting constructive criticism from peers.
Find more STEM bell ringers for upper grades here.
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