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3rd grade critical thinking literature laboratories
STEM Engineering Challenge Novel Pack ~ Hatchet, by Gary Paulsen
What teacher doesn't love to use novels in the classroom?
As a STEM coordinator, I am always looking for creative ways for teachers to integrate STEM engineering and design challenges into their classroom activities. I decided to work on creating STEM Engineering Challenge Packs for some beloved novels.
This STEM Challenge Pack is based on the book, "Hatchet", by Gary Paulsen. There are five challenges included in this pack:
Paper Floatplane Challenge
Temporary Shelter Challenge
Critter Cam
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1st - 5th
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STEM Engineering Challenge Novel Pack ~ Charlotte's Web by E.B. White
What teacher doesn't love to use novels in the classroom?
As a STEM coordinator, I am always looking for creative ways for teachers to integrate STEM engineering and design challenges into their classroom activities. I decided to work on creating STEM Engineering Challenge Packs for some beloved novels.
This STEM Challenge Pack is based on the book, "Charlotte's Web", by E.B. White. There are five challenges included in this pack:
Design a Pig Pen Challenge
Spider Web Message Challenge
Plas
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1st - 5th
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Fairy Tales STEM ~ STEM Engineering Challenge Five Pack ~ Fairy Tales Set #1
What teacher doesn't love fairy tales?
As a STEM coordinator, I am always looking for creative ways for teachers to integrate STEM engineering and design challenges into their classroom activities. I decided to work on creating STEM Engineering Challenge Packs for some well known (and loved) fairy tales.
This STEM Challenge Pack is based on these fairy tales:
- Three Little Pigs
- Hansel and Gretel
- Jack and the Beanstalk
- Rapunzel
- Three Billy Goats Gruff
The engineering challenges in t
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1st - 5th
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STEM Engineering Challenge Five Pack ~ Tall Tales Set
What teacher doesn't love tall tales?
As a STEM coordinator, I am always looking for creative ways for teachers to integrate STEM engineering and design challenges into their classroom activities. I decided to work on creating STEM Engineering Challenge Packs for some well known (and loved) tall tales.
This STEM Challenge Pack is based on these tall tales:
- Johnny Appleseed
- Pecos Bill
- John Henry
- Paul Bunyan
- Sluefoot Sue
The engineering challenges in this STEM five pack are:
John C
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1st - 5th
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Harry Potter Potions Class - Making Scientific Observations
Compliment your book study by doing this hands-on activity. Use "muggle materials" to make "magical" reactions. Make connections to the story, observe reactions, and think creatively!
Please note:
- "Muggle" ingredients will need to be purchased in order to effectively complete this activity.
Grades:
3rd - 5th
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STATES OF MATTER UNIT: MAKING THE 3 STATES REALLY MATTER!
THIS UNIT HAS EVERYTHING, BUT THE KITCHEN SINK ITSELF!
It's Packed FULL of Simple Experiment Station Cards and Student Recording Sheets. There are loads of things to add to your interactive notebooks, a file folder game, study cards, and some posters for your bulletin board.
Page 4 - 3 States Of Matter examples …. Glue in student notebook
Page 5 - Can You Find 10 Solids and Liquids In Your Classroom … partner or group activity
Page 6 - Can You Find 10 Solids and Liquids In Your House … Home
Grades:
2nd - 4th
STEM Activity Challenge Spaghetti Tower (Upper Elementary)
STEM Project for Third, Fourth and Fifth grades.In this activity, students will work in groups to build the tallest structure possible from mini-marshmallows and uncooked spaghetti noodles. Not only will the students learn the importance of working together as a team, but they will discover what shapes they need to make their tower strong.***If you are interested in a differentiated version of this resource for grades K-8, please click here.For a list of materials, please click here! This link w
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3rd - 5th
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Also included in: STEM Activity Challenges 16 Pack #2 (Upper Elementary)
Engineering Design Process Worksheets for 10 Simple STEM Challenge Activities
Use engineering design challenges to get kids thinking! This STEM set offers graphic organizers that guide kids through the steps of the process. Worksheets support 10 specific projects. A blank template, review material, and a test are also included.Open the preview to take a closer look.Each engineering design activity uses simple materials and requires minimal set up.Tasks are open-ended and student-driven.Few limits are established on the student sheets. Instead, you may impose limits (amoun
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3rd - 5th
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NGSS:
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
STEM Engineering Challenge Picture Book Pack ~ The Polar Express
What teacher doesn't love picture books?
As a STEM coordinator, I am always looking for creative ways for teachers to integrate STEM engineering and design challenges into their classroom activities. I decided to work on creating STEM Engineering Challenge Packs for some beloved picture books.
This STEM Challenge Pack is based on the book, "The Polar Express", by Chris Van Allsburg. There are five challenges included in this pack:
Make a Bell Challenge
Gravity Sleigh Challenge
Train Bridge
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1st - 5th
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STEM Engineering Challenge Novel Pack ~ Mr. Popper's Penguins, by R. Atwater
What teacher doesn't love to use novels in the classroom?
As a STEM coordinator, I am always looking for creative ways for teachers to integrate STEM engineering and design challenges into their classroom activities. I decided to work on creating STEM Engineering Challenge Packs for some beloved novels.
This STEM Challenge Pack is based on the book, "Mr. Popper's Penguins", by Richard and Florence Atwater. There are six challenges included in this pack:
Insulated Ice Box Challenge
Ice Cube
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3rd - 5th
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STEM Engineering Challenge Novel Pack ~ The Hunger Games by S. Collins
What teacher doesn't love to use novels in the classroom?
As a STEM coordinator, I am always looking for creative ways for teachers to integrate STEM engineering and design challenges into their classroom activities. I decided to work on creating STEM Engineering Challenge Packs for some beloved novels.
This STEM Challenge Pack is based on the book, "The Hunger Games", by Suzanne Collins. There are five challenges included in this pack:
Bow and Arrow Challenge
Marshmallow Cannon Challenge
S
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1st - 5th
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Stars STEM: Types of Stars
This STEM project explores how STARS can appear different in the night sky based on how far they are from the Earth! You provide materials for students to design and try their own stars in a 1/2 hour time limit. This STEM's goal is to explore properties of stars, their brilliance, and how this is affected by their distance from the Earth. All the materials you need for documenting student progress are found inside! Look What's Inside the Types of Stars STEM! For the Teacher• Notes for the Tea
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3rd - 6th
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STEM Engineering Challenge Pack ~ The 100th Day of School Challenges
What teacher doesn't love the 100th Day of School?
As a STEM coordinator, I am always looking for creative ways for teachers to integrate STEM engineering and design challenges into their classroom activities. I decided to work on creating STEM Engineering Challenge Packs for some special school days and events.
This STEM Challenge Pack is based on the 100th day of school There are five challenges included in this pack:
100 Cup Stacking Challenge
100 Pennies Foil Boat Challenge
100 Toothpic
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1st - 6th
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STEM Activity Challenge Swinging Pendulum (Upper Elementary)
STEM Project for Third, Fourth and Fifth grades.In this activity, students will work in groups to determine which factors (angle, length, or mass) affect the period of a pendulum. Through several different experiments, they will discover that only changes in length affect the period. Near the end of this project, the challenge will be for each group to create a pendulum of period 1 second by using the knowledge they’ve gained through prior experiments.For a list of materials, please click here!
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3rd - 5th
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Also included in: STEM Activity Challenges 16 Pack #2 (Upper Elementary)
Olive the Other Reindeer - Picture Book STEM Design Challenge
This Engineering Design Challenge is based on the picture book, Olive the Other Reindeer, by Vivian Walsh and J. Otto Seibold.
Can your group create the tallest gum drop tree using toothpicks and gum drops?
Materials: (per group)
One box of toothpicks
One bag of gum drops (Christmas ones work well!)
Ruler
This packet contains all the information you need to make this a great engineering activity in your classroom! Lab sheets, student and teacher instructions, and challenge signs are all incl
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1st - 6th
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STEM Activity Challenge Musical Straws (Upper Elementary)
STEM Project for Third, Fourth and Fifth grades.Working in groups, students will explore sound. They will cut a normal straw and turn it into a musical instrument. They will then cut the straw to different lengths and analyze how the length changes the pitch. In the process, they will make a lot of noise (I mean music:) and have a ton of fun!***If you are interested in a differentiated version of this resource for grades K-8, please click here.For a list of materials, please click here! This li
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3rd - 5th
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Also included in: STEM Activity Challenges 16 Pack #1 (Upper Elementary)
STEM Engineering Challenge Picture Book Pack ~ Monsters Under Bridges
What teacher doesn't love picture books?
As a STEM coordinator, I am always looking for creative ways for teachers to integrate STEM engineering and design challenges into their classroom activities. I decided to work on creating STEM Engineering Challenge Packs for some beloved picture books.
This STEM Challenge Pack is based on the book, "Monsters Under Bridges", by Rachel Roellke Coddington. There are six challenges included in this pack:
Index Card Bridge Challenge
Popsicle Stick Bridge
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1st - 6th
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Quick and Easy Science Experiments: Make Ice Cream in a Bag! STEM! End of Year!
Quick and easy science experiment to use with your students! Student will use ice, salt, plastic bags, vanilla extract, sugar, and half and half to learn more about chemical reactions and the process of experiment writing. This is very engaging for kids of most ages! It's up to you how in-depth you go with the science behind the experiment - a detailed explanation of how this experiment works is included!Everything you need to launch experiment writing in your classroom with simple and engaging
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1st - 4th
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Scientific Method Pack
Scientific method posters, mini-book, and step by step science fair rubrics and parent letters are all included.
This product is included in a BUNDLE! Save over 26% when purchasing my upper grades MEGA Science Bundle (242 pages)!
MEGA Science Bundle
Kids love science! Teach them the scientific method using this packet of posters and a step by step scientific method mini-booklet! The mini-booklet can be used for ANY experiment!
Use it as a template for a science fair project, an in class expe
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1st - 5th
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Also included in: Second Grade Science Bundle
Bird Beak Adaptations Lab: hands-on study of natural selection and competition!
This is a subset of materials from my "Waterfowl and Waterbirds Unit". Find the full version here.Learn about the types of bird beaks! In this fun lab, your students will experience the forces of natural selection and competition in a hands-on way as they attempt to "catch" the most food with different "beaks" made from household items. This set includes all the materials you'll need for a fun bird beaks lab - directions, worksheets, reflection questions, posters, and a graphing activity! Plus,
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3rd - 5th
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Third Grade Life Science Mega Bundle: NGSS Interactive Activities
Title: Third Grade Life Science Mega Bundle: NGSS Interactive ActivitiesKey Features:Comprehensive life science resource bundle for third grade educatorsAligned with NGSS standards, ensuring curriculum relevanceActivities include detailed information pages for easy lesson planningRange of teaching modalities cater to various learning stylesSuitable for independent or teacher-led use, accommodating diverse group sizesMain Topics:Exploration of animal life cycles, traits, habitats, and behaviorsEn
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Grades:
2nd - 4th
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NGSS:
3-LS2-1
, 3-LS4-3
, 3-LS4-2
, 3-LS3-1
, 3-LS1-1
Engineering Design Process Chart and Worksheet
A free package illustrating and explaining the Engineering Design Process for kids. Ideal for STEM class (science tech engineering math) or maker space projects.
Included in the Package:
Flowchart of the Engineering Design Process (1 page)
Explanation of each step of the design process (6 pages)
Student worksheet for one of the key step (1 page)
Cover and copyright page (2 pages)
This is a process that works for all STEM projects.
Ideas for STEM projects:
Back to School STEM Challenge Ideas
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1st - 12th
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Second Grade Plant Parts and Needs Science, Engaging Activities, NGSS standard
Title: Second Grade Plant Parts and Needs Science, Engaging Activities, NGSS standardDescription:Elevate your second-grade science curriculum with our comprehensive resource. Designed to engage and educate, this resource is a must-have for busy educators seeking to make plant science an exciting and enriching experience for their students.Key Features:Exploring Plant Needs: Dive deep into the world of plants as students learn about the fundamental requirements for growth and survival. Our activ
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Grades:
2nd - 3rd
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NGSS:
2-LS2-1
, 2-LS2-2
Also included in: Second Grade Life Science Mega Bundle: NGSS Interactive Activities
Second Grade Life Science Mega Bundle: NGSS Interactive Activities
Title: Second Grade Life Science Mega Bundle: NGSS Interactive ActivitiesDescription: Unlock the wonders of plant science with our bundle! This is the ultimate resource for second-grade educators. This comprehensive bundle, consisting of 11 engaging activities, is your all-in-one solution to teach essential life science concepts, from plant parts to photosynthesis, all while saving you time and money.Key Features:Diverse Learning Activities: This mega bundle includes a diverse range of 11 activi
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Grades:
2nd - 3rd
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NGSS:
2-LS4-1
, 2-LS2-1
, 2-LS2-2
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