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These are some STEM challenges for those kids that need some hands on enrichment in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math at home.

Challenge: The Longest Paper Plate

Using only a paper plate and scissors, what is the longest continues shape you can make?

How long is your shape? ___________

NOTE: This activity can also be completed with an index card or piece of paper

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Kids can use the left over plastic Easter eggs taken apart to build tall towers.

This early Easter Stem project can be done using only Play Doh and plastic Easter eggs. Use the Play Doh to hook the eggs together and make the tallest tower.

Challenge Instructions

Use regular copy paper, not card stock for this challenge.
Fold each paper into the three shapes and secure with tape.
Slowly pile books on top of each shape.

You only need a few easy-to-find materials: newspaper, masking tape, and a basketball. The challenge is simple to grasp: build a tower out of newspaper and masking tape that will support a basketball. Don’t be fooled, though, it is harder than it seems!

This paper rocket project would be great with these windy days.

https://buggyandbuddy.com/straw-rockets-with-free-rocket-template/

Build a raft from recycled materials – for older children specify a particular weight the raft should hold.

Extra challenge – build a raft using three different materials, find a way to move the raft over water.

WATER BALLOON LANDING PAD

Create a landing pad for a water balloon so it doesn’t break. This is great fun and less messy than the egg version! Just use different materials ( recycled is good ) and see which stop the water balloon breaking when it hits the ground.

Bay Colony Elementary
101 Bay Colony Elementary Drive | Dickinson, TX 77539

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Inclusive of all, Dickinson ISD will cultivate excellence, producing confident, collaborative, goal-driven learners who become empowered citizens in a global society.

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