Quick stem challenges middle school

Are you looking for the perfect fall STEM activities to bring some seasonal fun into your classroom? Check out these exciting challenges!

Last year the cup stack was one of my FAVORITE team building activities (see post here). So, naturally, I wanted to give it another shot! The Cup Stack is a fun, yet challenging activity that promotes team work. The supplies are basic: cups, string, rubber bands. I go ahead and tie the string to the rubber bands so it is ready to go. I make a few for groups of 4 and a few for groups of 5, this way no matter what the numbers are in the classroom I can make it work. I start by asking students…

Apples A-head: Use this back to school STEM challenge with 2nd - 8th graders as an ice-breaker to build your class community!

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Looking for a free STEM activity for the elementary classroom? Teachers are loving STEM because it's fun, hands-on, and engaging. The challenges are great for team building. This challenge is free and easy to implement. Great for 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th graders. I usually use this challenge for back to school stem, but it can be done at any time. Students will have a great time working together to discuss, design, build, and reflect.

Back-to-School is just around the corner, and STEM challenges make the best ice-breakers! But don't fret if you've found your way here out...

The beginning of the year is the perfect time to foster teamwork among students, especially when it comes to Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). One of the best ways to ensure that all students are invested and participating equally is by introducing STEM group roles and giving students a chance to practice those roles in the context of a team building STEM challenge.

From football to candy to pumpkins and more! Don't be a turkey and check out our fall STEM challenges! Fun for fall and fun for all!

Third grade STEM activities free download for teachers! Use these third Grade STEM challenges throughout the school year to build classroom community, and have your students think creatively while problem solving. Use for fun Fridays, early finisher activities, or morning work for 3rd grade. Free STEM activities for 3rd grade will keep your students engaged all year long!