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1st grade engineering research
Who is an Engineer or Scientist? STEM Career Game & Activity
Who is a STEM professional? Who is a scientist? Who is an engineer? Everyone knows that engineers are nerdy guys with glasses and scientists always have crazy hair! Help students break down the stereotypes around STEM careers by showing them that anyone, including them, can be an engineer or scientist! The game and activities in this packet will uncover your students’ misconceptions and highlight real living scientists and engineers that might not fit their stereotypes. Printed and digital versi
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PreK - 9th, Adult Education, Staff
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Also included in: Intro to STEM Bundle: Icebreaker & Teamwork Activities
Boats and Buoyancy
Learning about boats and what makes them buoyant is a great opportunity for students to problem solve, make connections, scaffold learning, and apply concepts to the real world. The activities in this resource are presented in a sequential way. It can be printed off as a student workbook. There are no lessons per se, as the resource is more about discovery, and hands-on activities in order to learn about boats and buoyancy. It is important for the students to talk and write about their observati
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1st - 3rd
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Also included in: Science Inquiry Bundle
Toy Shop STEM: Engineering Design Process K-5 Bundle | {Digital & Print}
Do you need the perfect STEM activity for the week(s) leading up to Winter Break or at any point in the year? This resource introduces the Engineering Design Process and walks students through it while designing a toy! Students will be following the steps of defining a problem (provided for you), researching, planning, developing, and testing the toy they created.There are two themed options available for your class: one including Santa & his workshop -OR- a local toy company needing additio
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Grades:
K - 5th
NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
Fables Stem Challenges
Perfect for primary students: First, Second, and Third Grade! STEM experiment to get students thinking, designing, and reflecting. Use the following fables to solve stem challenges: The Crow and the Pitcher- Make a Straw, The Dog and the Shadow- Make a Bridge, The Bowman and the Lion- Make a Bow and Arrow, and The Ant and the Grasshopper- Make a Backpack. Put kids in groups, partners, or have them work alone. Fold journal pages so they create a small book. Materials for each challenge listed on
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K - 3rd
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1st Grade Project Based Learning - Playground Design
For the adventurous teacher who likes an active classroom and trying new things!Students will design, in 2D and again in 3D models, the ultimate playground design. They will conduct polls throughout the school to figure out what other students like the most in a playground and then graph their data. They will visit a playground to take measurements and, of course, play around. They will record their measurements, and draw the playground on graph paper.
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Grades:
1st
Bridge Unit and STEM Activity
This cross curricular activity combines Reading and Science skills. Students will begin by conducting bridge research! They will learn bridge vocabulary and learn about four types of bridges. After they have completed their research, they will apply their knowledge by building their very own bridge! This is a great STEM activity!
Included in this file:
- Kid friendly, informational text on bridges (4 pages)
- Research recording pages (3 pages)
- Vocabulary assessment (2 pages) and answer key
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Grades:
1st - 5th
Inclusive Playground Design - A STEM Project
Are you looking for an engaging, hands-on STEM activity to help teach diversity and inclusion? This product can be applied to all grade levels and is a great way to educate students of all ages about including people of all abilities! Through this resource, students will research and learn about inclusive playgrounds, and have the opportunity to create their own! Included in this resource, you will receive:- Anchor Chart idea- Book Recommendations and Links to Inclusive Playgrounds - Work Packet
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K - 12th
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Planet Research Project + STEM Challenge| A Model of the Solar System for NASA
Anyone else just LOVE teaching about the Solar System?Each year when this unit rolls around I get so excited! I am sharing some of my go-to STEM projects and hope they make the Solar System, studying the planets, and outer space come alive in your classroom.This activity is very low prep and so simple, you need very little - pick up some PlayDoh and plates from the Dollar Store, print off these resources pages and you'll be ready to BLAST OFF into this hands on science project.In this 30 page re
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K - 8th, Staff
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Ramp STEM for Early Learners {K-2}
Perfect for primary students: Kindergarten, First, and Second Grade! STEM experiment to get students thinking, designing, and reflecting. Have students create a ramp. Each experiment comes with a non-fiction presentation to show to students prior to the experiment to add to student's schema. Each experiment also comes with a five page emergent reader that can be used to tie in your ELA with your experiment. This packet also includes an eight page journal for students to keep track of their proce
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K - 2nd
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MAKEY MAKEY Life Cycle Project
Students investigate life cycles of plants and animals with a fun, technological twist. Makey Makey kits are used to record and code voice recordings about the different stages of life cycles. We used Pebble Go to research various animals and plants. This lesson was a hit in my 2nd grade classroom while meeting many Digital Learning Competency requirements! You could easily use this project without makey makey device, too. Hope you enjoy!
Grades:
1st - 7th
"Disaster Proof" Design Challenge - Alberta 7 Science - Structures and Forces
Project activity, students will research, analyze, plan, and create "disaster-proof" buildings based on their learning of structures and forces!3. Investigate and analyze the properties of materials used in structuresdevise and use methods of testing the strength and flexibility of materials used in a structure (e.g., measure deformation under load)identify points in a structure where flexible or fixed joints are required, and evaluate the appropriateness of different types of joints for the par
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Grades:
1st - 12th
Parachute STEM for Early Learners {K-2}
Perfect for primary students: Kindergarten, First, and Second Grade! STEM experiment to get students thinking, designing, and reflecting. Have students create a parachute. Each experiment comes with a non-fiction presentation to show to students prior to the experiment to add to student's schema. Each experiment also comes with a five page emergent reader that can be used to tie in your ELA with your experiment. This packet also includes an eight page journal for students to keep track of their
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K - 2nd
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Famous Structural Failures Activity - Alberta 7 Science - Structures and Forces
Project activity, students will research, analyze, and re-design (blueprint) famous structural failures, aiming to identify what went wrong and how to fix it!3. Investigate and analyze the properties of materials used in structuresdevise and use methods of testing the strength and flexibility of materials used in a structure (e.g., measure deformation under load)identify points in a structure where flexible or fixed joints are required, and evaluate the appropriateness of different types of join
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1st - 12th
Intro to Structures and Forces - Alberta 7 Science - Structures and Forces
Students will: 1. Describe and interpret different types of structures encountered in everyday objects, buildings, plants and animals; and identify materials from which they are maderecognize and classify structural forms and materials used in construction (e.g., identify examples of frame structures, such as goal posts and girder bridges, examples of shell structures, such as canoes and car roofs, and examples of frame-and-shell structures, such as houses and apartment buildings)interpret examp
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Grades:
1st - 12th
Also included in: Intro Structures and Forces Research Activity Bundle - Alberta 7 Science
Intro to Structures and Forces Article - Alberta 7 Science - Structures & Forces
Students will: 1. Describe and interpret different types of structures encountered in everyday objects, buildings, plants and animals; and identify materials from which they are maderecognize and classify structural forms and materials used in construction (e.g., identify examples of frame structures, such as goal posts and girder bridges, examples of shell structures, such as canoes and car roofs, and examples of frame-and-shell structures, such as houses and apartment buildings)interpret examp
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Grades:
1st - 12th
Also included in: Intro Structures and Forces Research Activity Bundle - Alberta 7 Science
Black History Month - STEM Powerpoint
This is a PowerPoint presentation that list's famous/non-famous African American mathematicians, engineers, inventors, scientist, etc. I wanted to include Black History Month in my Math class while making it fun and interesting, and this is a great way to do so. It takes about 1-2 min every day to read the slides and I feel as thought the students enjoy it.
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1st - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
STEM Challenges Problem Solving Scenarios
NGSS aligned STEAM activities motivate, challenge, and provide hands on science learning. Problem Solving STEM science experiments move beyond science worksheets to engage learners using the engineering design process. CURRENTLY INCLUDED in PROBLEM SOLVING SCIENCE Bundle: 3 STEAM & STEM Science Challenges & Engineering Design Cycle Cards*** This Bundle Will Always Be 20% off the total cost of the items included, if purchased individually *** As more challenges are added, the price wil
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1st - 5th
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Think Like Engineers: Research a Cool Technology Google Slides Investigation
Students investigate a cool technology & think like an engineer. They describe the purpose (or function) of the invention. They explain the benefits (or advantages) of the technology. They describe the limitations (or drawbacks) of the technology. Students conduct research and them post comments on classmates' ideas.This collaborate Google Slides activity is can be cooperative or self-paced for synchronous or asynchronous learning.This can be shared through Google Classroom, or printed as a
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1st - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Bridge STEM for Early Learners {K-2}
Perfect for primary students: Kindergarten, First, and Second Grade! STEM experiment to get students thinking, designing, and reflecting. Have students create a bridge. Each experiment comes with a non-fiction presentation to show to students prior to the experiment to add to student's schema. Each experiment also comes with a five page emergent reader that can be used to tie in your ELA with your experiment. This packet also includes an eight page journal for students to keep track of their pro
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K - 2nd
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Pets: A STEM Research Project & Engineering Challenge | K-2 {Digital & Print}
Do you teach about pets in your classroom? Give your students the chance to explore and research about the food pets eat with this Low Prep STEM activity. Students can research, plan, and create their own pet device to give their furry friend a treat! Students will learn about simple machines and incorporate them into their designs. They will also go through the Engineering Design Process and make updates on their project for maximum fun!**********************************************************
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K - 2nd
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NGSS:
K-2-ETS1-2
, K-2-ETS1-3
, K-2-ETS1-1
, K-ESS3-1
March: Library Centers
This packet is full of great Library Center ideas. I have included directions and suggestions for each center. Get creative and make these centers your own. I would love to see your centers in action! Email pics and details of your favorite activity to amypwoods72@gmail.com.
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Write the Room (w/2 challenge options)
Lego Challenge
iPad Choice Board
Maker Space: Make a Leprechaun Trap
Research (3 Options)
Bookmark Center
I spent a great deal of time on this project and tried to pay atte
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Grades:
K - 5th
STEM BUNDLE for Early Learners {K-2}
Perfect for primary students: Kindergarten, First, and Second Grade! Incorporate non-fiction real life scenarios with problem solving and collaboration. Four experiments to get students thinking, designing, and reflecting. Have students either make a boat, a bridge, a parachute, or a ramp. Each experiment comes with a non-fiction presentation to show to students prior to the experiment to add to student's schema. Each experiment also comes with a five page emergent reader that can be used to tie
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K - 2nd
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STEM Building Unit
This is a STEM building unit that contains information to learn about buildings through the use of Venn diagrams, what a construction worker does, drawing a blue print, and the actual creation of a building using marshmallows and spaghetti noodles.
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K - 2nd
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Fall STEAM
Fall STEAM- Are you looking for fun Science Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math activities? Then try Fall STEAM. There are activities that include research, engineering, measuring with pumpkins, a glyph, CLOZE, graphing, addition fluency and so much more.
Grades:
K - 3rd
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