![]() “Amazing STEM activities that my fourth graders absolutely loved!” They really challenged the students to think deep!! Thank you!” “My students and I loved these STEM activities. “WOW! Loved using this resource! The kids loved the activities! I was so surprised by all the information and activities you provided at such a great price. Activities are challenging and engaging.” "This is an extremely well-thought out unit that incorporates math, science and even reading. ![]() Note: Comments taken from the print version. What are teachers saying about this bundle? If you add extension activities, you will need to adjust timing accordingly. if you are including data gathering and analysis rather than just building for fun. Highly flexible and differentiated for materials, timing, grade levels, and rigor.Įach design iteration should be planned for ~60-90 min. The potential to hit upon all NGSS ETS standards depending on the depth and number of iterations you choose to implement in your classroom (modifications included) Helps students develop growth mindset traits like persistence and resilience ğocus on critical thinking, problem solving, and application of learning Plus, other design-specific extensions (see each individual challenge resource description page – clickable in the preview – for more details) ![]() Several video / website slides for broadening understanding of related topics Create & Solve Math Problems Based on Designs Ĝriteria & Constraints List (editable version provided) Link to a video walk-through of each challenge Criteria & Constraints (including modifications to increase difficulty for older students) ĕ-event Data Tracker (Google Slide format & printable version) What to say (and what not to say) during STEM Challenges Suggestions on timing and whether or not to treat these challenges as competitions Materials lists can be found in the product descriptions for each individual challenge linked above and viewable in the preview. Materials you’ll need to do the activity are easily modified. – With food & shelter in place, it's time for fun and games (Turkey Transporter) –ěegin organized agriculture (Corn Cultivator) –ěuild Shelter for Pilgrims and/or the Wampanoag ( Protect the People) – Water Transportation ( Mini Mayflower / Mini Mishoon) Though the Pumpkin Picker and Corn Cultivator challenges could be interchanged, the recommended order is based on the following story line:.There are five STEM design challenges included in this bundle: If you have questions about which version is right for you, please feel free to leave me a question using the product Q&A below. If you prefer to print and have students complete work with paper/pencil, you'll want to look at the PRINTABLE VERSION instead. Note: This version is for use with Google Slides in 1:1 / paperless classrooms. Modification suggestions are included to make these challenges engaging and productive for students in grades 2 - 8. Students work in partners or groups against criteria & constraints lists to design and build Thanksgiving-themed devices. ![]() These Thanksgiving STEM Challenges will keep your kids engaged this fall!
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