If you’re looking for fun and engaging first grade STEM centers, you’ve come to the right spot. We can help take your teaching skills to the next level.
"It was like herding cats!" That was my answer to my husband the other day when he asked how my day had gone. Seriously, the days I have first and second graders are just hard - fun, but exhausting. That is until I found the SECRET to STEM and the littles! Are you ready for
These free printable STEM worksheets are great for kids to use for STEM challenges and science experiments. Extend their thinking!
The egg drop challenge is a classic STEM activity that is a hit with kids of all ages. It can also be used as a Dr. Seuss activity with older students -- making a perfect Horton Hatches the Egg activity.
Did you know that our creativity tends to decline as we get older? This is a huge problem since creativity and problem solving are essential skills for STEM careers. Scientists, computer programmers, engineers, and mathematicians all need to be able to think creatively and brainstorm solutions quic
If you need STEM projects ideas, this is THE place to go! This is a collection of over 200 STEM projects and activities that kids love!
It's all about solving problems in the STEM Lab! We do it every day with our designs and building! BUT...... recently I had a brain pop and came up with a fabulous invention! Keep reading and find out what we tried! It's called Towers and Task Cards! So, here's the basics! The kids had to
30+ engineering STEM challenges with simple materials. Kids can tinker with bridges, catapults, boats, and more using recycled and inexpensive materials.
Learn how to integrate the Blow Cup Challenge in the classroom with this engaging STEM project and lesson plan that incorporates math and science standards.
Fairy Tales STEM Blog Series What are STEM Tales? STEM Tales are a way to integrate literacy and STEM/STEAM activities for kids in first through third grade. The stories engage the kids, and as they read through the story they are seamlessly lead through the Engineering Design Process. Click any of the images below to read more about the STEM challenge, read this post about how to run a STEM tale challenge, or visit my Teachers pay Teachers shop where you can purchase one STEM tale, sets of 3, or 12 altogether. Goldilocks and the Three Bears Robin Hood Rapunzel Hansel and Gretel Beauty and the Beast Jack and the Beanstalk The Ugly Duckling The 3 Billy Goats Gruff The 3 Little Pigs Snow White Little Red Riding Hood The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
STEM is so much fun for students, so why not try some back to school STEM challenges? Click to see how these challenges will fit into your grade 2-8 class!
Moon STEM activities, books, videos and more are in store in this post! Whether you remember the Apollo 11 mission or have only seen past pictures, the feat remains awe-inspiring. This can be especially true for kids who desire to dream big. Join us in celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Apollo
Want a new way to enjoy Fairy Tales with your kids? Read together, then explore math and engineering with this set of Fairy Tale STEM challenges for K-5!
Oh. My. Goodness. We had the MOST fun ever with this cranking device challenge! My test class loved being the guinea pigs for this challenge and helping decide on the rules of the task! The basic premise is that a team member has fallen over a drop-off and must be rescued. The remaining teammates
I love integrating STEM challenges into science units! This pollinator STEM challenge is a great way to integrate STEM with ecosystems in second grade!
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I decided to take on my own challenge of incorporating a STEM activity every day for a week. It turned out to be a huge success where both my students and I had a blast. Here were the various …
Build a marshmallow and toothpick tower for a fun and budget-friendly way to explore STEM with kids. Free printable.
I've mentioned before, I hate ice-breakers so much! I acknowledge they're hard to avoid, but I prefer finding interesting alternatives to interviewing you
These STEM activities for preschoolers are perfect for young learners. Preschool STEM activities help kids develop early math skills, as well as problem-solving & communication skills.
Here’s another fantastic real-life STEM challenge featuring a Hammock! This one is just pure fun (and challenging!). Students must build a model of a hammock. Two versions of this challenge are provided. Both are challenging and full of problem-solving! What is the challenge? This challenge is to build a model of a hammock. When we started this project students were familiar with hammocks and could talk about what they looked like and were used for. What we discovered is that attaching strings to the hammock bed and then to the connecting posts was a challenge! With both versions of this project, students will have restricted supplies and task constraints that will make them think! Teams will devise a building plan and retrieve supplies based on that plan. You have the option of allowing or not allowing students to revisit the materials after they begin building. This will lead to some very clever use of the materials and great problem-solving! (You can, of course, relax these constraints for your students!) What is your prep? You will need supplies in addition to this package. For Version 1 this includes Fabric scraps, Felt pieces, Craft Foam, Newspaper, Heavyweight paper (like a brown sack), Rubber Bands, Straws, String, Tape, Scissors, Digital Scale (optional as weights can be counted), and Weights (like pennies or washers). For Version 2 you need the same materials except for the scale and weights. So, what is the difference between the two versions? In Version 1 students use the materials to create the hammock bed and then attach it to poles of your choice. We used our lab stools. This gave us the opportunity to test the strength of the hammocks by adding weights to the beds. It also meant I had to define the rules about how the hammock could be attached. These hammocks rarely failed and held a lot of weight. In Version 2 students use the materials to create the hammock bed and they must also create the end poles for hanging the hammock. We used cardboard tubes (paper towel tubes). This version had students problem-solving very differently from the first version. We had to learn to make the cardboard tubes stand up and students had to find a way to hang the hammock from those tubes. The package specifically includes: Cover Teacher background Version 1 Materials and preparation page 10 total pages of teacher directions Constraints list, Materials List (for student use), Lab sheet, Scoring Rubric 4 pages of photographs Version 2 Materials and Prep page 2 page teacher's guide Constraints, Materials list (for student use), lab sheet, and rubric 2 pages of photos Terms of Use page All forms are provided in an editable format! This challenge will need 1-2 class sessions to complete. This challenge works with other Real-Life Challenges: Design a Sail Boat Design a Suspension Bridge ➡️Click here to save 20% with Real Life Bundle ➡️Click here to save 30% on the Mega Bundle 60 STEM Challenges ***************************************************************************** Be the first to know about my new discounts, freebies, and product launches: Click here to follow my store. It’s that easy to receive email updates about Teachers Are Terrific! Thank you so much, Teachers Really are Terrific!
Build a telescope with this fun recycled STEM project and learn about Galileo, lenses, and more.
12 fun technology STEM activities for kids! Creative ideas and projects for hands-on learning. #stem #stemeducation #teched #elementary
Fun science experiments that teach engineering concepts in simple ways. Find ways to make the seemlyng complicated simple.
Learn new tricks for domino chains with these awesome engineering challenges! There are 8 printable domino challenge cards which will inspire hours of fun!
Lemon juice secret writing! Make DIY invisible ink and sen secret messages. Plus learn the science behind how these messages are made!
Writing your name in binary code on a bracelet or necklace makes great STEM fun for kids! Plus more fun STEM learning activities for kids.
Enjoy these edible science experiments in your kitchen. Edible STEM activities and projects are a hands-on way to teach chemistry.
Newton's Laws and easy in the same sentence? Maybe not, but trust me I have some resources that will do just that! But first, how do you display your classroom agenda? I have an easel right outside my door that lists what each grade level is doing and recently it said. "It's Newton Week!" The
Finding a way to sift through and make sense of the Next Gen Science Standards can be a challenge to say the least! :) But there is some good content in
Six free, hands-on STEM activities to learn about thermal energy and heat
How strong is spaghetti? Challenge kids to invent a way to find out! This STEM challenge is a lot of fun, and you won’t need much in the way of materials! Here are the materials we used: 1 package of spaghetti 2 sheets of styrofoam – purchased at Hobby Lobby Books Wooden blocks We started our […]
Here are five things every teacher should do for a successful back to school year. In this post, I'll share the top five necessities.
My kids weren't really interested in learning about cells until I said slime. Okay, it was a fairly cheap trick since I knew they loved slime. But I also knew that slime would be the perfect way to learn about cells. I can't say I've ever touched cytoplasm but it sounds very slime-like to me.
Anatomy Activities for Kids! Get easy, fun science experiments and STEM activities to teach your kids about the human body. Heart, lungs, spine, and more!
Teaching science in second or third grade? These force and motion activities, experiments, and lessons are easy to plan, NGSS aligned, and SO much fun! Your students will love the STEM challenges and the Science worksheets are so engaging.
Alright, it's mid-July! I know you are thinking about back to school time. You can't go shopping without seeing school supplies on sale or displays of new shoes and clothing, and I know you are getting excited. It's a fun time of year, isn't it? But... it's also stressful. You have ten tons to
Join us with some fun science experiments with sound. Learn how sounds waves vibrate, how we can affect the vibrations, and how this affects what we hear.
Engaging lessons, activities, and videos to teach students in third grade all about inherited traits and heredity. Explore how animals and plants pass traits from parent to offspring with these engaging ideas!
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Human Body STEM Activities help children understand how their body functions and help to develop an appreciation for their health and well-being.
