Building for kids

Here’s a fun STEM building challenge for kids! Set up this bridge building activity and challenge kids to construct a sturdy LEGO® bridge that spans the width of the river. I love activities like this because they are beneficial and engaging for a wide range of ages. In order to build a bridge, kids need […]

Five engineering challenges for kids – with wooden clothespins, binder clips, and craft sticks! It’s a simple STEM activity that kids of all ages will love. Move over, expensive building sets! These simple materials were a huge hit with my boys. The first time we got them out, Owen (almost 7) spent well over an […]

Building gumdrop structures engineering activity for kids STEM

Stick Raft Building STEM Project. Can you build a raft that really floats? How much weight can your stick raft carry? Can your raft cope in a real stream? This STEM challenge is great fun for kids and a super way to get them stretching and developing their skills and engaging with Nature.

30+ engineering STEM challenges with simple materials. Kids can tinker with bridges, catapults, boats, and more using recycled and inexpensive materials.

Explore a collection of over 45 hands-on STEM challenge ideas that kids are sure to love at home or in a classroom. What will you build?

Popsicle stick catapult is a great STEM project that will have your kids laughing as they launch the ball into the air! This fun kids activity allow your children to build the catapult by themselves and learn about Newton's laws and gravity through play! Here are step-by-step instructions to building a simple and easy popsicle stick catapult. #mombrite #gravity #newtonslaws #kidsactivities #STEMactivity #STEMproject

This STEM activity requires no prep and kids will love creating and building. STEM activities are a great hands-on learning activity!

How high can you build? Your kids will love this STEM challenge and it requires little to no prep from parents/teachers. Start building today!

Lego challenges for kids are a great idea for having fun inside. Use these free printable lego challenge cards to have your kids or students compete against one another or work together on a common build.