This giant collection of LEGO challenge cards is a simple prep, fun way to sneak some STEM learning (science, technology, engineering and math) into the day. With cards that range from easy to difficult, little engineers will love tackling the designs. Snag your set below and for more building fun, check out our Landmark STEM Challenge Cards!…
Our Famous Landmark Challenge Cards have been a huge hit! So, I was eager to pull together a new batch of building cards with a fall-themed twist! These building LEGO activity cards are perfect to use in STEM centers, makerspaces, or math stations. Grab your free set below and then hop over and snag our…
My kids are in love with OBSESSED with LEGOs, so I was excited to create a STEM challenge that would stretch their building skills. Voila! That’s how this famous landmark STEM challenge was born. It’s a cult-favorite! And it’s perfect to use in STEM centers or makerspaces. Grab your set in our shop! Prepping the…
LEGOs have stood the test of time. Even with competing video and computer games, most kids still love building with bricks. These fun LEGO STEM activities give children hands-on practice with science, technology, engineering and math – skills they’ll rely on for years to come. Once you’ve exhausted this awesome list, check out our Epic…
Want an easy way to sneak some STEM learning into your building center or LEGO bin? These 4 seasons challenge cards are the perfect solution. Kids simply grab one and start to build! Or, for students who are ready for a challenge, have them map out their STEM design on the printable brainstorm sheet beforehand. Grab…
If you’re looking for easy-to-follow, engaging STEM challenges (science, technology, engineering and math) your kids will beg to repeat over and over again, you’ve come to the right spot! These epic activities are packed with kid-tested challenges that build problem solving, teamwork and (of course!) STEM skills. Grab more than 150+ motivating STEM challenges in…
Christmas is coming early this year! These five brand new Christmas STEM challenges are perfect to use with small groups or centers. From holiday geoboard designs to North Pole LEGO building challenges, these five STEM challenges are Saint Nick-approved! Grab the Christmas STEM challenges in our shop! Use geoboards to make fun holiday shapes like…
Grab your LEGOS and get ready for some hands-on STEM! These five motivating STEM challenges are perfect for early finisher activities, STEM boxes, math centers or Makerspaces.
——————> Bundle with all of our STEM challenges and SAVE!
INSIDE YOU’LL FIND:
–> 26 Building Challenges + record sheet
–> 30 Weight Challenges + record sheet (INCLUDES “MASS” VERSION)
–> 15 Length Challenges + record sheet
–> 15 Problem Solving Extensions + record sheet
–> 15 Pattern Challenges + record sheet
Whether you’re planning a farm-themed unit or are in need of motivating ways to teach kids important science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) skills, this activity pack is sure to do the trick. The 6 playful challenges are perfect to use in STEM centers, math stations or as early finisher tasks. Snag your set in our…
Looking for back to school STEM challenges your students will beg to repeat over and over again? You’re in the right spot!
Solve a batch of weight/mass task cards, complete a jaw dropping science experiment with pencils, use LEGO bricks to create a set of building challenges and more!
These five back to school STEM challenges include a variety of record sheets so you can easily adapt the activities for pre-k through second grade.
The set is perfect to use as science experiments, in STEM centers, math stations or as early finisher tasks.
————> Bundle with all of our STEM challenges and SAVE!
INSIDE YOU’LL FIND:
–> 15 weight/mass challenge cards
–> 15 length challenge cards
–> 15 building block challenge cards
–>How Many Long? (A hands-on measuring activity)
–> Pencil Through a Bag science experiment
All five STEM challenges include record sheets to help kids keep track of their answers AND easy to follow instructions making it easy for you to lead the activity.
Get ready for some snow-tastic winter STEM challenges!
INSIDE YOU’LL FIND:
–> Pattern Block Snowflakes
–> Mitten Patterns
–> Roll and Cover Game
The motivating batch of winter STEM challenges are perfect to use with small groups or as centers in pre-k, kindergarten or first grade.
Step up your centers this holiday season with five motivating Christmas STEM challenges!
INSIDE YOU’LL FIND:
–> Geoboard Challenges
–> LEGO Building Challenges
–> 2D Gumdrop Toothpick Shapes
–> Candy Cane Science Experiment
–> Roll, Add and Cover Game
The motivating batch of STEM challenges are perfect to use with small groups or as centers.
It’s the perfect compliment to our 23 Christmas Activities!
These STEM challenge cards are the perfect addition to your favorite building block center (LEGOS, wooden blocks, DUPLOS… you name it!)
Kids will love using real world pictures as inspiration to build 11 common objects each season!
INSIDE YOU’LL FIND:
SPRING-> kite, tree, butterfly, flower, rain boots, watering can, umbrella, bunny, garden trowel, bird, duckling
SUMMER-> popsicle, beach ball, sea star, crab, sailboat, sunglasses, strawberry, shell, soccer ball, fish, sand castle
FALL-> maple leaf, scarecrow, spider, bat, apple pie, candy corn, pumpkin, apple, squirrel, black cat, tractor
WINTER-> mittens, snowflake, pine cone, sled, evergreen tree, gift box, cocoa mug, rose, gingerbread man, penguin, polar bear
The STEM challenge cards are a great way to help kids develop abstract thinking, design, engineering and building skills!
Grab your set (below) and then hop over and snag our Famous Landmark Cards too!
Erupting LEGO volcanoes are as cool as STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) activities come! Young builders of all ages will love designing, building and erupting LEGO volcanoes again, and again… and again. For more amazing STEM, check out our Epic STEM Bundle in our shop! Getting Ready Although LEGO volcanoes have major “wow” factor, the prep…
Swapping themes from season to season is a great way to teach students about the passage of time. These activities can provide kids in preschool, kindergarten and first grade helpful ways to explore the whole year. Whether you’re looking for apples, leaves and pumpkin centers in the fall or snow, penguin and hot cocoa themed…
Holidays are such an exciting time for kids and when you’re able to bring hands-on, fun activities into the classroom you can amplify their joy! We’ve compiled a list of many easy-to-set-up centers to celebrate throughout the entire year with your PreK, Kindergarten and first grade students. Whether you’re looking for centers to be completed…
I am so excited that you are here and truly consider it an honor to be in your inbox. Your Welcome Gift! We’re thrilled that you’re joining our community and are eager to pass along a welcome gift: a batch of addictively fun LEGO challenge cards. They’re great to use as a STEM center,…
If your first graders constantly ask how and why things work, then they are ready for STEM (science, technology, engineering and math)! These fun, hands-on STEM activities are just right for first grade. They’re the perfect compliment to our jam-packed STEM Challenge Bundle. First grade is a wonderful time to introduce STEM topics on a deeper…
Whether you’re creating Makerspaces, STEM centers or early finisher activities, these tips and tricks make it so easy to pull together effective and engaging STEM boxes in your primary classroom or homeschool. P.S. Grab our popular Endless STEM Challenge Bundle HERE! Find out tons of sanity saving teacher hacks. And, to help you get started fast,…
With a name like The STEM Laboratory, it’s no surprise that we’re obsessed with science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) activities for kids. These 50+ STEM projects are sure to keep little scientists engaged, learning and well-prepared for their STEM-filled future. Get inspired below and then sign up for our 5 Day STEM Challenge! Not only will…
Hey there! I’m Malia and I’m excited to officially welcome you to The STEM Laboratory family.About 10 years ago, I launched my first teaching blog while I was on maternity leave with our second son, Grant.And that little hobby quickly became an obsession.Teachers started emailing me to ask for help with all sorts of things –…
Are you on the hunt for science fair projects kids will love?! We’ve got you covered! These 20 science experiments are motivating AND educational – our favorite combination. Get inspired below and then hop over to snag our 30 Science Experiments in our shop that are all kid-approved! Teach kids about physics, chemistry, engineering and so much…
We’re all born as scientists. Right away, we see kids experimenting in every surrounding all day long. Whether they’re throwing oatmeal on the ground, noodles at the wall, blowing bubbles in the bathtub, building forts or stacking blocks, kids experiment. Give your students the extra, mind-blowing and hands-on science experiments in the classroom using stuff that…