Paper plate stem challenge

I planned this STEM activity based on the random supplies I had in my classroom (paper plates and straws). By planned I mean I typed into Google "paper plates + straws + stem" at 3PM in my classroom with my purse on my shoulder and one foot out the door. I found this post and loved the idea of a marble maze challenge and knew straws would make perfect "lanes". I borrowed some marbles from my school's STEM coach and we were ready to go the next morning. It turned out to be the best STEM…

Grab a pack of paper plates to try all of these fun Paper Plate STEM projects for kid. You'll find math, science, engineering, and more.

The Saving Sam STEM challenge is a delightful and educational activity designed to foster teamwork, problem-solving, and critical thinking among students. Traditionally, this challenge uses a gummy worm (Sam) and life savers candy to create an engaging scenario. However, we propose a twist by us

This STEM challenge looks at what type of coin will help a paper plate spin the best. A free spinning top recording page is available on the post.

Dive into this paper grabber STEM challenge and the engineering design process. Simple materials make this an easy STEM activity to set up.

One of the simplest STEM challenges to set up right away and covers many age ranges is the Paper Chain STEM Challenge! I love this specific challenge because as long as your kiddo can use a pair of scissors and you have a sheet of paper handy, this is a fantastic challenge.

STEM activities are an easy, screen free, educational activity kids love! This build a bridge STEM challenge uses simple materials in new way.

Can you build a ring using only Pringles chips? The Pringles Ringle is an engineering challenge in which students create a ring using only Pringles chips, no tape or glue allowed! The challenge requires a lot of patience as well as careful and precise chip placement. Although, the hardest part o

Challenge your kids or students to make a marble maze using a paper plate. This STEM or engineering challenge is a fun activity to do with kids of all ages- from preschool, kindergarten, primary grades and all the way to upper grades. Visit the post to see photos of kid-made mazes and learn ways to extend the activity! #stem #stemchallenge #paperplatecraft #craftsforkids #steam #steamchallenge #scienceforkids #homeschool #preschool #kindergarten #firstgrade #ngss

Discover some fascinating, no prep, STEM activities and challenges you can do with your students using paper! Engineering, math and science.