As the leaves turn and the air gets crisper, it’s the perfect time to introduce an engaging STEM fall activity into your classroom. And what better way to do that than with the Pumpkin Picker STEM activity? This pumpkin STEM activity hands-on challenge is not only perfect for Halloween and Thanksgiving but also a fantastic […]
Thanksgiving STEM Challenge: Protect the People
As Thanksgiving approaches, we’re all looking for creative ways to engage our students while teaching them about the history and cultural diversity behind this cherished holiday. That’s where Thanksgiving STEM challenges come in! If you’re looking for an exciting and hands-on way to introduce your students to the world of Pilgrims and Wampanoags, all while […]
Competitive STEM Activity for Thanksgiving: Mini Mayflower and Mini Mishoon
Thanksgiving approaches, and with it, the first long-ish holiday of the year. Sometimes you can feel yourself dragging your battered legs to that finish line, trying to keep kids engaged. This is why I love incorporating a STEM activity for Thanksgiving, especially one that encourages a friendly competitive spirit among my students! They’re naturally enjoyable […]
Halloween Activity & Captivating STEM Challenge: Ghosts in the Graveyard
Kids have the worst time trying to concentrate on school the day of Halloween — and it’s even worse the day after! You’ll need something extra engaging for them in order to keep their brains working at max capacity. Wouldn’t you know it, I’ve got just the Halloween activity: Ghosts in the Graveyard! Premise: Students build […]
Halloween Activity & STEM Challenge: Treat Toss
OK, let’s be realistic: to achieve actual learning on Halloween and the days before and after Halloween, you’re going to have to shake things up. This calls for a hands-on, ultra-engaging Halloween activity! Wouldn’t you know it, I’ve got just the thing: Treat Toss! OK, let’s be realistic: to achieve actual learning on Halloween and […]
Halloween Activity & STEM Challenge: Captivating Creature Catcher Spider Web STEM Activity
The first big holiday in the school year is a big deal! Halloween is one of my favorite holidays, so I always like to do fun — but still very academic — activities to capitalize on the students’ excitement. This Halloween activity & challenge fits the bill: Creature Catcher! You may have seen this called a […]
Halloween Activity & STEM Challenge: Bone Bridge®
This Halloween STEM activity is perfect to keep students engaged with brain-busting fun that doesn’t break the bank!
Halloween Activity & STEM Challenge: Bat Wings Wanted
Kids have the worst time trying to concentrate on school the day of Halloween — and it’s even worse the day after! You’ll need something extra engaging for them in order to keep their brains working at max capacity. Wouldn’t you know it, I’ve got just the Halloween activity: Wings Wanted! Premise: This is essentially a […]
5 Halloween STEM Challenge Activities
5 Halloween STEM Activities to engage students throughout October!