6th Grade Projects

Water Filtration STEM Engineering Challenge | 6th, 7th, 8th Grade MIDDLE SCHOOL

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TWFScience

Elevate Your Science Curriculum with Water Filtration Challenge: A STEM challenge specially made for 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade - Middle School Students!The Challenge:Using a plastic bottle, cotton balls, sand, gravel, and filters, students will endeavor to construct the most effective water filtration

6th - 8th Science, General Science, Physical Science

NGSS MS-ETS1-1, MS-ETS1-2, MS-ETS1-3+1

Also included in: STEM Engineering Challenge Bundle | NGSS 6th, 7th, 8th Grade Hands-On Science

Craft Stick Dome STEM Engineering Challenge | 6th, 7th, 8th Grade MIDDLE SCHOOL

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TWFScience

Elevate Your Science Curriculum with Craft Stick Dome Challenge: A STEM challenge specially made for 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade - Middle School Students!The Challenge:Just using craft sticks, students will endeavor to construct the most effective water filtration system. The resource is geared towards

6th - 8th Science, General Science, Physical Science

NGSS MS-ETS1-1, MS-ETS1-2, MS-ETS1-3+1

Also included in: STEM Engineering Challenge Bundle | NGSS 6th, 7th, 8th Grade Hands-On Science

STEM Engineering Challenge Bundle | NGSS 6th, 7th, 8th Grade Hands-On Science

Created by
TWFScience

Ultimate 6th, 7th, 8th School STEM Challenge Bundle: A Comprehensive Collection of Hands-On Engineering Challenges!Transform your classroom into a dynamic hub of innovation and discovery with my Middle School STEM Engineering Challenge Bundle. Each challenge in this collection is thoughtfully design

6th - 8th Science, General Science, Physical Science

NGSS MS-PS2-2, MS-PS2-4, MS-PS3-2+5

Paddle Boat STEM Engineering Challenge | 6th, 7th, 8th Grade MIDDLE SCHOOL

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TWFScience

Elevate Your Science Curriculum with the Paddle Boat Engineering Challenge. A Engineering Challenge for 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade - Middle School Students!The ChallengeEquipped with simple materials such as plastic containers, rubber bands, and popsicle sticks, students will embark on the mission to e

6th - 8th Science, General Science, Physical Science

NGSS MS-ETS1-1, MS-ETS1-2, MS-ETS1-3+1

Also included in: STEM Engineering Challenge Bundle | NGSS 6th, 7th, 8th Grade Hands-On Science

Sturdy Platform STEM Engineering Challenge | 6th, 7th, 8th Grade MIDDLE SCHOOL

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TWFScience

Elevate Your Science Curriculum with the Sturdy Platform Engineering Challenge. A Engineering Challenge for 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade - Middle School Students!The ChallengeEquipped with a stack of index cards, students will be challenged to create a platform that can support the maximum weight possibl

6th - 8th Science, General Science, Physical Science

NGSS MS-ETS1-1, MS-ETS1-2, MS-ETS1-3+1

Also included in: STEM Engineering Challenge Bundle | NGSS 6th, 7th, 8th Grade Hands-On Science

Simple Telescope STEM Engineering Challenge | 6th, 7th, 8th Grade MIDDLE SCHOOL

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TWFScience

Elevate Your Science Curriculum with the Simple Telescope Engineering Challenge. An Astronomical Quest designed for 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade - Middle School Students!The ChallengeYour students will use plastic lenses, cardboard tubes, plastic cups, and tape to construct a functional refracting telesc

6th - 8th Science, General Science, Physical Science

NGSS MS-ETS1-1, MS-ETS1-2, MS-ETS1-3+1

Also included in: STEM Engineering Challenge Bundle | NGSS 6th, 7th, 8th Grade Hands-On Science

Pasta Bridge STEM Engineering Challenge | 6th, 7th, 8th Grade MIDDLE SCHOOL

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TWFScience

Elevate Your Science Curriculum with the Pasta Bridge Engineering Challenge. Journey into Civil Engineering Challenge for 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade - Middle School Students!The ChallengeYour students will use uncooked pasta shapes and epoxy glue, students will embark on the mission to design and const

6th - 8th Science, General Science, Physical Science

NGSS MS-ETS1-1, MS-ETS1-2, MS-ETS1-3+1

Also included in: MS-ETS1 Engineering Design Process - Activity Bundle | MS-ETS1-1 to MS-ETS1-4

Wind-Powered Car STEM Engineering Challenge | 6th, 7th, 8th Grade MIDDLE SCHOOL

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TWFScience

Energize Your STEM Curriculum with the Wind-Powered Car Challenge: An Exploration into Renewable Energy for 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade - Middle School Students!The ChallengeYour students will use basic materials such as cardboard, dowels, and various crafting supplies to construct a car that is solely

6th - 8th Science, General Science, Physical Science

NGSS MS-ETS1-1, MS-ETS1-2, MS-ETS1-3+1

Also included in: MS-ETS1 Engineering Design Process - Activity Bundle | MS-ETS1-1 to MS-ETS1-4

Paper Ball Run STEM Engineering Challenge | 6th, 7th, 8th Grade MIDDLE SCHOOL

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TWFScience

Energize Your STEM Curriculum with the Paper Ball Run Challenge: A Journey Through Physics and Innovation for 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade - Middle School Students!The ChallengeEquipped with paper, tape, and a marble, students will be challenged to engineer a creative ball run that slows the descent of t

6th - 8th Science, General Science, Physical Science

NGSS MS-ETS1-1, MS-ETS1-2, MS-ETS1-3+1

Also included in: STEM Engineering Challenge Bundle | NGSS 6th, 7th, 8th Grade Hands-On Science

Solar Oven STEM Engineering Challenge | 6th, 7th, 8th Grade MIDDLE SCHOOL

Created by
TWFScience

Ignite Passion for Renewable Energy with the Solar Oven Engineering Challenge: A Green Technology Quest for 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade - Middle School Students!The ChallengeLeveraging simple materials and the limitless power of the sun, students are tasked with constructing a functional solar oven. The

6th - 8th Science, General Science, Physical Science

NGSS MS-ETS1-1, MS-ETS1-2, MS-ETS1-3+1

Also included in: New York Science - MS. Engineering Design | NYSSLS | Scientific Method

Parachute STEM Engineering Challenge | 6th, 7th, 8th Grade MIDDLE SCHOOL

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TWFScience

Elevate Your Science Curriculum with the Parachute Design Challenge: An Aerodynamic Exploration for 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade - Middle School Students!The ChallengeEquipped with everyday materials such as plastic bags, strings, and small weights, students will embark on a mission to design and constru

6th - 8th Science, General Science, Physical Science

NGSS MS-ETS1-1, MS-ETS1-2, MS-ETS1-3+1

Also included in: STEM Engineering Challenge Bundle | NGSS 6th, 7th, 8th Grade Hands-On Science

Acoustic Instrument STEM Engineering Challenge | 6th, 7th, 8th MIDDLE SCHOOL

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TWFScience

Elevate Your Science Curriculum with the Acoustic Instrument Engineering Challenge: A Symphony of Physics and Creativity for 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade - Middle School Students!The ChallengeEquipped with an array of materials such as strings, tubes, and an assortment of recyclable items, students will

6th - 8th Science, General Science, Physical Science

NGSS MS-ETS1-1, MS-ETS1-2, MS-ETS1-3+1

Also included in: STEM Engineering Challenge Bundle | NGSS 6th, 7th, 8th Grade Hands-On Science

Rube Goldberg Machine STEM Engineering Challenge | 6th, 7th, 8th MIDDLE SCHOOL

Created by
TWFScience

Unleash Creativity with the Rube Goldberg Machine Challenge: A Journey into the Heart of Physics and Engineering for 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade - Middle School Students!The ChallengeEquipped with a variety of commonplace materials, students are tasked to create an elaborate Rube Goldberg machine. The o

6th - 8th Science, General Science, Physical Science

NGSS MS-ETS1-1, MS-ETS1-2, MS-ETS1-3+1

Also included in: Simple Machines Middle School Complete 5E Lesson Bundle | Lever, Inclined Plane

Rube Goldberg Simple Machine Project

Created by
TWFScience

Unleash Creativity with the Rube Goldberg with this Simple Machine Challenge: The ChallengeThe main goal of this activity is for students to gain experience in collaborating with other students on a simple machine – Rube Goldberg design project. Students will also learn about force, motion, energy t

6th - 12th Science, General Science, Physical Science

NGSS MS-PS2-1, MS-PS2-2, MS-PS3-2+9

Also included in: Simple Machines - High School - 5E Lesson Bundle | Lever, Inclined Plane, Pulley

Ciphers and Scientific Discoveries - Decoding Discoveries Activity

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TWFScience

Ciphers and Scientific Discoveries - Decoding Discoveries Activity - an engaging and educational resource designed for middle and high school students. This unique classroom activity combines the intrigue of cipher decryption with the thrill of scientific discovery. ObjectiveIn this activity, studen

6th - 11th Science, General Science, Physical Science

STEM Engineering Challenge Workbook | 20 Editable MIDDLE SCHOOL STEM Challenges

Created by
TWFScience

These STEM Challenges are designed to immerse your students in the fascinating realm of Engineering and Physics, providing a hands-on approach to STEM education through collaborative and project-based learning.Your resource also includes my STEM Challenge Journal so your students can keep track of t

6th - 8th Science, General Science, Physical Science

NGSS MS-ETS1-1, MS-ETS1-2, MS-ETS1-3+1

Climate Change Project | Weather vs. Climate | 6th, 7th, 8th Grade

Created by
TWFScience

Empower students to become climate change researchers with this engaging 5-day climate change project. Perfect 6th, 7th, and 8th grade and meets both science and ELA standards, students develop critical research skills while exploring climate topics. Ready-to-use templates, rubrics, and modification

6th - 8th Science, Earth Sciences, General Science

NGSS MS-ESS3-3, MS-ESS3-4, MS-ESS3-5

Also included in: Climate Change and Global Warming Unit: Lessons, Lab Stations, and Activities

Climate Change Project | Weather, Climate, Global Warming | 9th, 10th Grade

Created by
TWFScience

Empower students to become climate change researchers with this engaging 5-day climate change project. Perfect 9th and 10th grade and classrooms that follow NGSS. Students develop critical research skills while exploring climate topics. Ready-to-use templates, rubrics, and modifications ensure succe

6th - 8th Science, Earth Sciences, General Science

NGSS HS-ESS2-2, HS-ESS3-4, HS-ESS3-5+1

Also included in: Climate Change Bundle | 9th, 10th Grade | Project, Lessons, Workseet

Earth Day Project - 6th 7th 8th Grade | Sustainability, Carbon Footprints

Created by
TWFScience

Empower students to become Earth Day experts with this engaging 5-day Earth Day project. Perfect for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade and meets both science and ELA standards, students develop critical research skills while exploring Earth Science topics. Ready-to-use templates, rubrics, and modifications en

6th - 8th Science, Earth Sciences, General Science

NGSS MS-LS2-1, MS-LS2-4, MS-ESS3-1+5

MS-ETS1 Engineering Design Process - Activity Bundle | MS-ETS1-1 to MS-ETS1-4

Created by
TWFScience

Bring real-world problem-solving into your 6th, 7th, and 8th grade middle school science classroom with this engaging NGSS-aligned Engineering Design resource! Students will define design problems with clear criteria and constraints, evaluate competing solutions, analyze test data, and develop model

6th - 8th Engineering, General Science, Physical Science

NGSS MS-ETS1-1, MS-ETS1-2, MS-ETS1-3+1

Build Your Own Aquifer Project | 6th, 7th, 8th | Groundwater, Model, Aquifers

Created by
TWFScience

Empower students to become Aquifer experts with this engaging hands-on project. Perfect for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade and meets both science and ELA standards, students develop critical science skills while building a simple model of an aquifer to deeper their understanding. Ready-to-use templates, ru

6th - 8th Science, Earth Sciences, General Science

NGSS MS-LS2-1, MS-LS2-4, MS-ESS3-1+5

Body Systems in Action Project | Model, Animation | 6th, 7th, 8th Grade MS-LS1-3

Created by
TWFScience

In this project which covers MS-LS1-3, you will explore how body systems work together to keep the human body healthy and functioning. Students will research the main parts and jobs of each system, discover how they depend on each other, and learn what happens when one doesn’t work properly. Student

6th - 8th Science, Biology, General Science

NGSS MS-LS1-3

Also included in: Human Body Systems - 5E Lesson Bundle | Cells, Tissues, Organs, Organ Systems

Human Body Systems Unit | Project, Activities, Lesson | 6th, 7th, 8th Grade

Created by
TWFScience

Middle school biology unit exploring six major body systems - Digestive, Circulatory, Respiratory, Excretory, Muscular, and Nervous - through 1 lesson, 1 project, and 13 interactive activities. The unit includes a lab station activity, digital interactive notebooks, reading comprehension, a project,

6th - 8th Science, Biology, General Science

NGSS MS-LS1-1, MS-LS1-2, MS-LS1-3

What Affects Growth? Environment & Genetics 4 Graphing Activities 6th, 7th, 8th

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TWFScience

What Affects Growth - Exploring Environmental and Genetic Factors. This activity bundle teaches students how to graph, analyze, and interpret data using real experiments on plants and animals. It includes 4 complete activities and a graphing how-to overview. Comes with teacher-guided solutions and c

6th - 8th Science, Earth Sciences, General Science

NGSS MS-LS1-5