Here’s a fun STEM challenge, and the materials couldn’t be simpler! Challenge kids to build the longest possible paper chain with just one sheet of paper and tape. That’s it! This math activity will appeal to a wise range of ages. I’d recommend it for kids age 5 to 10. If they can safely cut […]

The Best Books and STEM Challenges to Teach Push and Pull in Kindergarten

Kids will love this simple center of gravity activity! Make craft sticks balance in crazy ways by adding weights. Fun science!

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.

STEM and STEAM challenges with simple supplies are FUN in Preschool and Kindergarten, but they also invite kids to critical thinking in order to find a solution to a basic inquiry. The fall STEAM challenge

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

Build a marble run with an unlikely material… play dough! There are actually two STEM challenges with marbles and play dough in this post, and they are both a ton of fun for a wide range of ages. Best of all, the materials are cheap and can be used again on another day. Here’s a […]

What could possibly be a better combination than FREE and STEM?! Ok, maybe there are a few, but It’s a pretty amazing paring. I’d love to send you 2 low-prep STEM Activities for kids! E…

Try a STEM challenge with LEGOs to put some fun into learning. LEGO activities can help kids learn STEM concepts while having fun. Children can start with simple activities such as building towers and bridges using LEGO bricks to develop fine motor skills. Older children can tackle more difficult activities such as engineering challenges or basic coding activities. Grab some bricks and join us at STEMtropolis.com for some fun LEGO Challenges!

Science, technology, engineering, and math activities for kindergarteners. A list of over 30 great STEM activities for kindergarten for at home or in the classroom!