STEM Lesson Plans
THE GLOBAL DESIGN SQUAD
The DESIGN SQUAD GLOBAL website is an online community that grew out of the DESIGN SQUAD television series that aired on PBS KIDS. The site targets kids ages 8 and older and features creative activities, engaging video, interactive games, and exciting contests. The goal of Design Squad is to give kids a stronger understanding of the design process, and the connection between engineering and the things we all use in everyday life. This website offers many examples that contextualize engineering concepts and spurs kids to explore those concepts on their own or with a parent or educator |
MAKING SCIENCE MAKE SENSE by BAYER
As a science and innovation company, Bayer has a strong stake in helping to improve science education and to ensure that all individuals are scientifically literate. Bayer demonstrates this commitment with its national, presidential award-winning Making Science Make Sense® (MSMS) program, a company-wide initiative which advances science literacy across the United States through hands-on, inquiry-based science learning, employee volunteerism and public education. |
SCIENCE SNACKS by THE EXPLORATORIUM
Science Snacks are tabletop exhibits or explorations of natural phenomena that teachers or students can make using common, inexpensive, readily available materials. Science Snacks are divided into easy-to-follow sections that include instructions, advice, and helpful hints. Each one begins with a photo and/or video, a short introduction, and a list of materials. Other sections include assembly instructions, how to use the activity, and explain what’s going on, science-wise. Most Science Snacks can be built by one person; we indicate if a partner or adult help is needed, this is indicated. |
STEMWORKS
STEMWORKS is a resource for teachers, mentors, parents, STEM professionals, volunteers, and everyone passionate about getting children eager to learn about science, technology, engineering, and math. |
STEM COLLABORATIVE
Make the math connection with four interactive online learning adventures for middle school classrooms. Students will enjoy these brain-boosting explorations that use digital media in innovative and creative ways. Virtual environments, simulations, videos and interactive math activities challenge and motivate students to actively engage in learning. |
3M YOUNG SCIENTIST LAB
The mission of the Young Scientist Lab is to foster a new generation of scientists who are inspired to improve the world with science. For teachers, students and parents seeking a place to explore the world of scientific innovations and opportunities, Discovery Education and 3M developed this interactive portal filled with engaging activities and standards-aligned teaching tools, anchored by the award-winning annual Young Scientist Challenge. |
UL XplorLabs
UL XplorLabs is an educational platform designed to encourage students to “solve through science.” It is especially focused on engaging middle school students during a time in their educational lives when interest in science is shown to decrease dramatically. This free STEM focused website includes interactive videos, instructional experiences, hands-on classroom activities, and creative classroom challenges. |
Science Buddies
Science Buddies mission is to help students from all walks of life to build their literacy in science and technology so they can become productive and engaged citizens in the 21st century. We have created personalized learning tools, over 15,000 pages of scientist-developed subject matter (including experiments based on the latest academic research), and an online community of science professionals who volunteer to advise students. We also provide resources to support parents and teachers as they guide students doing hands-on science projects. |
The Tech Museum of Innovation
The lessons on this page, developed over the years by educators at The Tech, will help you lead your students through science and engineering challenges. They also make fun and effective team-building activities for groups of teachers. |
American Association of Chemistry Teachers
In response to the growing need to teach chemistry remotely, selected AACT resources are unlocked and freely available to the chemistry community through March 31. These resources include activities, animations, projects, simulations, and videos for middle school, high school, and Advanced Placement/general chemistry. |
LabXchange
We curate and create world-class digital content, delivered on a free, online platform that lets you integrate your learning and research experiences. Here, you take control of your learning and solve real-world problems as a community. Participation will always be free. |