Space lander stem challenge

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I LOVE engineering challenges. Last summer we did the marshmallow challenge and I was so impressed with the designs that the kids came up with. This year I wanted to incorporate SMALLab–the…

Each year, I teach a simple machines unit. Each year, I try to figure out ways to integrate STEM ideas into the mix. This year, I wanted to find ways to engage my learners right away. Sometimes the simplest thing to do is grab simple items to create the perfect STEM project! The best part...you just need 4 simple supplies or less for the each challenge. The first challenge is to create a way to get the cup of cubes to the top of the table. This is all I gave them: Toilet paper tubes, a cup…

You don't need to be a rocket scientist to enjoy these!

Ready to launch your students into some space STEM activities? Read on to explore our top space-themed STEM activities. These activities are categorized into our 3 stages of STEM to fit different learning levels.

Allie wants to go to Mars when she grows up so she decided to do an engineering challenge as her first grade science project. The challenge involves designing a lander to contain marshmallows when …

Join us as we give you all the details about our popular Space Lander STEM Challenge and link up with some other great STEM educators sharing the BEST STEM CHALLENGE EVER! Teachers love the Space Lander STEM challenge because the students are completely engaged. Students not only learn, but deeply

Have your students build a Mars rover that lands on the planet! The goal of this STEM CHALLENGE is to create a design that lands in a designated area without cracking the egg inside of it. Using a list of supplies, students will design a Mars lander that meets a set of requirements. The rover will then be built according to the design, and tested from increasing heights. Can your students do it? Click on the link to read about how my 6th graders solved this design challenge!

Rockets are a great STEM challenge in any form, as the end result is usually impressive, and success is easy to measure. This simple air rocket launcher

Check out our Space Lander STEM Challenge - a space themed STEM activity in which students design a lander to keep astronauts safe when landing on the moon or Mars!