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Middle school Valentine's Day literature laboratories
STEM Engineering Challenge Novel Pack ~ The City of Ember, by J. DuPrau
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 City of Ember", by Jeanne DuPrau. There are five challenges included in this pack:
Paper Box Challenge
Pipeworks System Challenge
Mini-Gre
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4th - 6th
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NO PREP Valentines Day Science Activity Circulatory System Heart Disease
Engage students in a real-world study of the cardiovascular system and heart disease at a middle school level. This document does NOT mention Valentine's Day - it is simply a nice way to tie in NGSS science (standard MS-LS1-3) to this heart-related holiday! NO PREP - just copies! Includes both print and Google Slides options to assign!⭐ SAVE $$$ with our NO PREP Valentine's Science Activity Bundle!In this anatomy activity, students will:Read a brief background about heart disease and how doct
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Valentines Day Science Activity Bundle Set of 4 NO PREP Stations
STEM Engineering Challenge Pack ~ Simple Machines
What teacher doesn't love to use themes 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 themes.
This STEM Challenge Pack is focused on Simple Machines! There are six challenges included in this pack:
Inclined Plane Bean Bags Challenge
Lever Launcher Challenge
Archimedes Screw Challenge
Pencil
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4th - 6th
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STEM Engineering Challenge Novel Pack ~ The One and Only Ivan, by K. Applegate
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 One and Only Ivan", by Katherine Applegate. There are five challenges included in this pack:
Ivan’s Wooden Crate Challenge
Elephant Trunk
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4th - 6th
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STEM Engineering Challenge Novel Pack ~ The Sign of the Beaver, by E. Speare
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 Sign of teh Beaver", by Elizabeth George Speare. There are five challenges included in this pack:
Log Cabin Challenge
Beaver Dam Challenge
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4th - 6th
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Valentine's Day Hershey's Kiss Catapult Engineering Challenge STEM- DIGITAL
NEWLY DIGITAL as a Google Doc!Valentine's themed science can be super fun! In this activity Students learn what a catapult is and what it was used for, then are challenged to build one themselves. Students use a variety of materials to build a catapult to launch a Hershey's Kiss! It can be a great addition to a simple machines unit.Students LOVE this project...and the kisses do not go very far so it can be done in a smallish space. :) This is a great activity to do before February Break to focus
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4th - 6th
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Newspaper Shoes - STEM Engineering Challenge
What teacher doesn't love to use simple materials, like newspapers, 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 using cheap and easy to find materials.Are you ready to make some Newspaper Shoes? Can your team build a pair of newspaper shoes for one of your team members that they can put on and take off
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4th - 8th
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Also included in: Personalized STEM Pack #21 - 10 Challenges
STEM Engineering Challenge Pack ~ Mount Everest
What teacher doesn't love to use themes 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 themes.
This STEM Challenge Pack is based on the incredible Mount Everest! There are five challenges included in this pack:
Base Camp Tent Challenge
Ice Fall Ladders Challenge
Mountain Climbers Challenge
We
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4th - 6th
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Valentine's Day Science and STEM | Heart and Exercise Activities | Grade 4 5
Discover the role of your cardiovascular system with an engaging Science and STEM exercise study for February or any time of the year. Includes an easy-prep experiment, heart strength lesson, and stethoscope design challenge. A comprehensive teacher guide and student reading passage are included to make it a complete project-based learning activity.*Newly updated on January 29th, 2024!!!! Now includes 3 activities.*Included in the Hands-On Investigation:NGSS Alignment 4th and 5th Grade4th and 5
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4th - 7th
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NGSS:
4-LS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 4-LS1-2
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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Valentine's Day Science Lab - Fun in the Classroom!
This is an awesome Valentine's Day Science Activity! This lab includes skills students need to review such as making predictions, observations, collecting and analyzing data, drawing conclusions, and more.
This lab is best used after students have already learned the concepts of lab safety, measuring in the lab, chemical reactions and density. All students can learn from this awesome lab experiment and there is little teacher prep or materials needed! Students especially enjoy when I have
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6th - 9th
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Heart Rate Science Lab | Valentine's Day Lab
Heart Rate Science Lab | Valentine's Day LabEver wonder what makes our rate elevate? Students will dive into this investigation and figure out the trends in heart rates by sitting still, walking, jumping jacks, etc. They will then analyze the results and answer questions about their discoveries. This is a fun, engaging and low-prep science lab!Included in TPT purchase: ProceduresStudent Guided Lab Sheets (4 pages)
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5th - 8th
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Spoon Bell Lab | Exploring Sound Energy Waves In Solids | Science Experiment
Easy prep and engaging lab exploring how sound waves travel through solids. Students will compare how sound travels through plastics and metals. Warning this lab is quiet and full of sounds at the same time! It was developed to be conducted in 30 minutes. The lesson expands to compare stainless steel and sterling silver for a real-world connection. A teacher guide and student reading passage are included. Teachers will like the background information and tips for success. The supplies are s
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2nd - 6th
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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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Valentine Candy Heart Erosion Lab | Earth Science Experiment
Conduct an easy-prep and engaging lab exploring erosion using candy hearts. This lab is designed to be conducted in 30 minutes. Students will observe how different types of rocks affect the speed of erosion. Lab sheet and reading passage included.Included in the Hands-On Activity Teacher Background Information and VocabularyHands-on Activity Page with Two Variables to TestThe Science of Erosion Reading PassageAnswer Key Students will enjoy shaking the containers and comparing the changes in the
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3rd - 6th
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NGSS:
MS-ESS2-2
, MS-ESS2-1
, 4-ESS2-1
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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Valentine's Day STEM Challenge: Cupid's Catapult - Grades 5-8 - PowerPoint
Looking for a great Valentine's Day activity that incorporates collaboration, critical thinking, drawing, measurement, and scientific engineering skills this February? Try Cupid's Catapult STEM Challenge. This product presents a scenario to the students where Cupid needs the students to build a catapult to launch piercing hearts a far distance. The students are given a materials list of common household items that they may use in the process of developing their prototype. Students complete th
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5th - 8th
Also included in: STEM Challenge Seasonal Bundle, Volume 1 - Grades 5-8 - PPT
STEM Engineering Challenge Novel Pack ~ The Witches, by Roald Dahl
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 Witches, by Roald Dahl. There are five challenges included in this pack:Folding Screen ChallengeGrand High Witch ChallengeMouse Zip Line Challen
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4th - 6th
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Pencil Pulley - STEM Engineering Challenge - Simple Machines
What teacher doesn't love to use themes 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 themes.This STEM Challenge Activity is focused on the Pulley! Can you design a pencil pulley that can lift the weight of a book at least two feet?Materials: (per pair or group)-Table top area-Pencil -Ribbon spo
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4th - 6th
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Build a Telescope - STEM Engineering Challenge
What teacher doesn't love to give kids a chance to design and experiment 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 using cheap and easy to find materials.Are you ready to design and build a working telescope? Can you design and build a working telescope?Materials Needed: (per classroom)- cardboard tu
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4th - 8th
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Also included in: Personalized STEM Bundle #22 - 15 STEM Packs
Valentine's Day Forensic Science Crime Scene Investigation (CSI) Activity
Your students will love this Valentine's Day Forensic Science Crime Scene Investigation (CSI) activity that uses LIP PRINTS to solve a mystery! This activity is a perfect way to celebrate Valentine's Day without sacrificing valuable instructional time. This activity is low-prep, NGSS-aligned and fun for kids! AND.... Unlike other forensics activities, this lab will not give your students nightmares! In Fun Forensics activities, no one dies!!!NOW INCLUDES HIGHT SCHOOL VERSION!This activity is per
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Grades:
5th - 12th
NGSS:
MS-LS1-5
, MS-LS1-3
Valentine Candy Heart Science And STEM | A Density And Buoyancy Lab Grade 4 5
Complete a hands-on unit introducing the Archimedes Principle with dancing candy hearts. Includes investigation, exploration, reading passages, and a STEM challenge. Budget-friendly and fun. Included in the Hands-On Science and STEM:Alignment to *NGSS: 5th Grade Structures and Properties of Matter, 3-5 Science and Engineering PracticesTeacher Background Information. 6-Page Investigation JournalRubric and Answer KeysReading Passage: How are dancing candy hearts like life jackets?Further Explora
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4th - 6th
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NGSS:
5-PS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
Valentine's Day STEM / STEAM Activity - Valentine's Gift Bath Bombs Science Lab!
VALENTINE'S DAY STEM / STEAM ACTIVITY - Valentine's Bath Bombs Science Lab!This Fun Valentine's STEAM Activity Includes:2 interactive student worksheets with pictures1 conclusion question worksheetList of materialsDetailed step-by-step instructionsExplanation of resultsScience Concepts Covered:AcidsBasesThe pH scaleHydrogen ionsChemical reactionsHow to make a bath bomb!These bath bombs are a perfect Valentine's Day gift to make during a class party or send home with your students!Click VIEW PREV
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3rd - 12th
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Valentine's Day STEM Challenge Design Cupid's Catapult Lab PRINT and DIGITAL
In this Valentine's Day themed STEM challenge, students design and build a catapult using popsicle sticks, rubber bands, and a plastic spoon. Then, they test Cupid's catapult by launching candy hearts and measuring the distance they fly. This science lab experiment is the perfect hands on activity to do around Valentine's Day! This resource includes: teacher directions with discussion questions and extension activities background information about catapults including when and how they were used,
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3rd - 6th
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NGSS:
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
, 3-5-ETS1-2
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