8th Grade Activities

Marshmallow Catapult STEM Engineering Challenge | 6th, 7th, 8th MIDDLE SCHOOL

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TWFScience

Elevate Your Science Curriculum with the Marshmallow Catapult Challenge: A Structural Engineering and Physics Adventure for 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade - Middle School Students!The Challenge:Using spoons and rubber bands, students are tasked to engineer a catapult capable of launching a marshmallow. As

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

NGSS MS-PS2-2, MS-PS2-4, MS-PS3-1+6

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

Aluminum Foil Boat STEM Engineering Challenge | 6th, 7th, 8th MIDDLE SCHOOL

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TWFScience

Elevate Your Science Curriculum with the Aluminum Foil Boat Challenge: A Structural Engineering and Physics Adventure for 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade - Middle School Students!The Challenge:Using only with two sheets of aluminum foil, students are tasked with constructing a boat that can float on water w

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

NGSS MS-PS2-2, MS-PS2-4, MS-ETS1-1+3

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

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

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TWFScience

Elevate Your Science Curriculum with the Pasta Tower Challenge: A Structural Engineering and Physics Adventure specially made for 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade - Middle School Students!The Challenge:Using uncooked pasta and marshmallows, students will endeavor to construct the tallest, most stable tower.

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

Balloon-Powered Rocket STEM Engineering Challenge | 6th, 7th, 8th MIDDLE SCHOOL

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TWFScience

Elevate Your Science Curriculum with the Balloon-Powered Rocket Challenge: A STEM challenge specially made for 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade - Middle School Students!The Challenge:Using a straw, string, and a balloon, students will endeavor to construct the fastest balloon rocket around!The resource is ge

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

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

Microscopes Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions - Grade 8 and Up

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TWFScience

Microscopes Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions. This resource is suitable for students in grades 8 and up. Tackle literacy and science by having your students read and answer questions from a scientific article. Questions include knowledge (direct from the paper), thinking, connecting, appl

8th - 12th Science, Biology, General Science

Also included in: Science Reading Comprehension Article Mega Bundle | Grade 8 and Up

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

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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

Microscope Diagram Labeling Activity

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TWFScience

Help your students get up close and personal with the parts of a microscope through this diagram labeling activity. With two versions - graphic and photographic - it's designed to help students understand microscope anatomy, preparing them to use this essential lab tool skillfully and safely.This re

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

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

Telescope Digital Scavenger Hunt & WebQuest - Middle and High School Appropriate

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TWFScience

Introduce or review telescopes with this engaging scavenger hunt webquest + STEM Challenge!This informative scavenger hunt guides students to research key facts about the history, technology, and innovations related to telescopes.Designed for middle and high school students, this activity provides 1

6th - 12th Science, Astronomy, Physical Science

STEM Challenge Journal

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TWFScience

Give your students one location to showcase and track their STEM challenges all year!​STEM Challenge Journal​, a year-long tool meant to help your students chronicle their STEM accomplishments in a straight-forward and intuitive way. It also goes very well with my ​Middle School STEM Challenge Bundl

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

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

Created by
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

Created by
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

Solar Energy Scavenger Hunt & WebQuest - Middle and High School Appropriate

Created by
TWFScience

Introduce or review solar energy collection and storage with this engaging scavenger hunt WebQuest + STEM Challenge!This informative scavenger hunt guides students to research key facts about the history, technology, and innovations related to solar energy usage and storage.Designed for middle and h

6th - 12th Science, Physical Science, Physics

Skydiving and Parachutes - Reading Comprehension Article - Grade 8 and Up

Created by
TWFScience

Science of Skydiving and Parachutes Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions. This resource is suitable for students in grades 8 and up. Tackle literacy and science by having your students read and answer questions from a scientific article. Questions include knowledge (direct from the paper), th

8th - 12th Science, Biology, General Science

Also included in: Science Reading Comprehension Article Mega Bundle | Grade 8 and Up

Wind Energy Scavenger Hunt & WebQuest - Middle and High School Appropriate

Created by
TWFScience

Introduce or review wind energy collection and storage with this engaging scavenger hunt WebQuest + STEM Challenge!This informative scavenger hunt guides students to research key facts about the history, technology, and innovations related to wind energy usage and storage.Designed for middle and hig

6th - 12th Science, Environment, Physical Science