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STEM challenge activities are an exciting way to engage students in hands-on learning, but finding time to fit design challenges into a busy curriculum can be tough. That’s why the Design a Zip Line STEM Challenge from the STEM with CLOSE READING series is perfect! It allows you to easily combine STEM and ELA, making learning fun and interdisciplinary.
This resource helps you integrate text-dependent questions with a high-interest online reading passage. Not only do students get to dive into a creative, hands-on design challenge, but they also work on their reading and comprehension skills at the same time. It’s a fantastic way to build excitement for the upcoming challenge!
The Design a Zip Line STEM Challenge provides everything you need for success. Students will engage with a high-interest reading passage that includes carefully designed, rigorous questions. Once they’ve completed the reading, they’ll jump into the design challenge using simple materials that are readily available at home or in the classroom. It’s budget-friendly and easy to implement, even on short notice.
You’ll also receive a bright and engaging challenge poster to hang in your classroom. Plus, the included parent letter makes it easy to encourage home involvement!
STEM design challenges are great for fostering teamwork and collaboration. They encourage critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity, all while helping to build a strong, positive classroom community. This activity works well across a wide range of ages and skill levels, making it versatile and adaptable.
With the Design a Zip Line STEM Challenge, you’ll keep your students engaged and excited about learning. Watch them collaborate, think critically, and problem-solve their way through this fun challenge. It’s a great way to blend academic rigor with excitement and teamwork.