Elementary Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

Math Challenges | How Many Ways Can You Make…? Grades 3- 4

Created by
Asa Jomard

“How Many Ways Can You Make…?” is a collection of open-ended mathematics challenges that encourages children to explore numbers, experiment with different strategies, and develop a deeper understanding of mathematical relationships.Rather than asking pupils to solve one question with one correct met

3rd - 4th Basic Operations, Fractions, Numbers

Engaging Winter Math Journal Prompts | Explore Numbers 0-120

Created by
Asa Jomard

Ignite Mathematical Confidence with Winter Math Journal Prompts for Numbers 0-120! Transform early math learning into an exciting winter adventure! These engaging journal prompts help kindergarten and grade 1 students build a rock-solid foundation in number sense while developing critical thinking sk

Kindergarten - 1st Math, Numbers

Mathematics Tracker | Number Sense, Arithmetic & Problem Solving | Editable Exce

Created by
Koco Kyo

Track small-step progression across number sense, arithmetic, and problem solving in one editable Excel tracker. Mark each step Not Yet, Working, or Mastered, and the dashboard shows class progress instantly.WHAT'S INCLUDED (6 tabs)- How to Use guide- Class Roster (up to 32 students)- Number Sense:

Preschool - 2nd Applied Math, Numbers, Other (Math)

Classified Evidence: The Wild Robot Immersive Primary Source Adventure Unit

Created by
EGP Media and Press

"The Wild Robot" Primary Source ExperienceTransform Literature Study with Document-Based Analysis applied to Fiction!Unlock the Power of Perspective with This Complete Teaching KitImmerse your students in Roz's world through an innovative collection of "primary sources" that bring Peter Brown's belo

3rd - 12th Literature, Novel Studies, U.S. History

Also included in: The Wild Robot Explored: Complete Middle School Collection

Mob Mentality: Understanding Group Dynamics Through History

Created by
EGP Media and Press

A Differentiated Project-Based Activity Guide for Grades 3-12Teach critical thinking skills that last a lifetime using one of history's most powerful cautionary talesTransform your students into independent thinkers who can recognize and resist negative peer pressure through this comprehensive curri

3rd - 12th Character Education, Psychology, World History

The Chocolate Touch Analysis & Comprehension Guide | Grades K–8

Created by
EGP Media and Press

This is not a worksheet packet. It is a complete summative assessment tool designed to help students think deeply about what The Chocolate Touch means, not just what happens in it.What makes this guide different:Higher-order thinking at every level: analysis, application, and thematic understanding

Kindergarten - 8th Novel Studies

American Myth Investigators: George Washington & Betsy Ross Tall Tales Analysis

Created by
EGP Media and Press

Before Paul Bunyan, before Davy Crockett, before the Wild West, America’s tall tale tradition started in the colonies.George Washington and the cherry tree. Betsy Ross and the flag. Two of the most famous stories in American culture. Both almost certainly invented.But that is not really the point.Th

3rd - 12th Psychology, U.S. History, Other (Social Studies)

Engaging Caterpillars and Butterflies Activities | Unique Biomimicry Adventures

Created by
Asa Jomard

Transform your Spring classroom with captivating Caterpillar and Butterfly Projects! This comprehensive resource features biomimicry design activities that integrate outdoor learning experiences. Students learn from and mimic caterpillars' and butterflies' strategies for survival and thriving in nat

1st - 3rd Biology

NGSS 1-LS1-1, K-2-ETS1-1, K-2-ETS1-2+1

Inspiring Plants and Fungi Activities | Unique Biomimicry Adventures

Created by
Asa Jomard

Inspiring Plants and Fungi Activities | Unique Biomimicry AdventuresWhat could a pitcher plant teach us about self-cleaning windows, or a cactus about collecting water from the air? Plants & Fungi Biomimicry Adventures turns your classroom into an innovation lab, where students learn from nature

2nd - 4th General Science

NGSS 1-LS1-1, K-2-ETS1-1, K-2-ETS1-2+2

Also included in: Engaging Fall/Autumn Activities Bundle | Fun Biomimicry Design Challenges

Engaging Soft Robots Project | Unique Biomimicry Design Adventures

Created by
Asa Jomard

Are you ready to capture your child's imagination with robotics? Building a CUDDLY robot can be an exciting way for kids to explore the fascinating world of technology. From self-driving cars to robot bees pollinating flowers and even jumping kangaroo robots, the future of robotics is bright and ful

1st - 3rd

NGSS 1-LS1-1, K-2-ETS1-1, K-2-ETS1-2+2

Unique Australia and New Zealand Projects| Fun Biomimicry Design Activities

Created by
Asa Jomard

Discover the Wonders of Australia and New Zealand through Biomimicry! Are you searching for an exciting unit focused on Australia and New Zealand? Our hands-on biomimicry design activities allow students to draw inspiration from these regions' diverse flora and fauna, stimulating innovative and creat

1st - 3rd Science

NGSS 1-LS1-1, K-2-ETS1-1, K-2-ETS1-2+2

Discover Spring Animals | Biomimicry Design Activities with a Creative Lapbook

Created by
Asa Jomard

Unleash the Wonder of Spring Animals with Biomimicry! Students are naturally curious about the animals that emerge with spring! This captivating Spring Animal Project will immerse them in the wonders of the natural world through engaging biomimicry design activities and a compelling lapbook.Explore t

Kindergarten - 2nd Visual Arts, Science

NGSS 1-LS1-1, K-2-ETS1-1, K-2-ETS1-2+3

Engaging Sea Life Activities | Inspiring Creative Biomimicry Design Thinking

Created by
Asa Jomard

Unleash a World of Ocean Wonder in Your Classroom! This engaging Sea Life project provides students with an ocean of understanding and inspiration. Explore the fascinating world of seahorses, fish, and whales through captivating hands-on activities and nonfiction learning.Dive Deep into Ocean Explora

1st - 3rd Science

NGSS 1-LS1-1, K-2-ETS1-1, K-2-ETS1-2+2

African Animals Project | Biomimicry Design Activities | Nonfiction Resource

Created by
Asa Jomard

Unlock the Secrets of Africa's Wildlife Through Biomimicry! This engaging project provides a project-based learning experience that dives deep into the fascinating world of African animals. Using a biomimicry approach, students will discover how animals like zebras, rhinoceros, monkeys, and crocodile

1st - 3rd Science

NGSS K-LS1-1, 1-LS1-1, K-2-ETS1-1+4

Engaging Animal Adaptations Activities | Biomimicry Design Adventures

Created by
Asa Jomard

Uncover the Secrets of Mammalian Feet & Legs: A Biomimicry Design Adventure! This comprehensive resource provides a Montessori-inspired exploration of mammal adaptations, focusing on the fascinating world of their feet and legs. Ideal for educators seeking to integrate real-world examples into th

1st - 3rd Science

NGSS 1-LS1-1, K-2-ETS1-1, K-2-ETS1-2+2

Unique Rainforest Activities with Inspiring Biomimicry Design Challenges

Created by
Asa Jomard

This comprehensive resource is designed to spark curiosity and critical thinking, offering a deep exploration of the rainforest and its potential for inspiring innovative design solutions. Perfect for educators seeking to integrate real-world examples into their curriculum, these activities foster a

1st - 3rd Science

NGSS 1-LS1-1, K-2-ETS1-1, K-2-ETS1-2+2

Inspiring Bee Life Cycle Activities | Unique Biomimicry Design Thinking Project

Created by
Asa Jomard

Buzz into the Fascinating World of Bees with STEAM-Powered Learning! Discover a comprehensive resource that takes your students on an exciting journey into the world of bees. This project combines STEAM learning, biomimicry design, and non-fiction exploration and will inspire your students to observe

1st - 3rd Biology, General Science

NGSS 1-LS1-1, K-2-ETS1-1, K-2-ETS1-2+3

Easter Chocolate | PBL Unit Biomimicry Design Inspired by Nature

Created by
Asa Jomard

This is a fun and important challenge! Use ideas from nature to solve some of the problems with melting chocolate bunnies and waste. This project-based learning unit focuses on ways to reduce waste. This is a lesson plan that will guide you through the process of using biomimicry and STEAM activitie

1st - 3rd Science, Environment

NGSS 1-LS1-1, K-2-ETS1-1, K-2-ETS1-2+2

Inspiring Ladybug Life Cycle Activities | Unique Biomimicry Design Thinking

Created by
Asa Jomard

Spring into Learning with Ladybugs! Are you looking for exciting lesson ideas and activities for your Spring Unit? Discover our comprehensive Ladybug Life Cycle resource, designed to help students in Kindergarten through Grade 3 delve deeper into the fascinating world of life cycles.Why Choose the La

1st - 3rd Science

NGSS 1-LS1-1, K-2-ETS1-1, K-2-ETS1-2+3

Engaging Ant Life Cycle Activities | Unique Biomimicry Design Thinking Projects

Created by
Asa Jomard

Go Beyond the Anthill! Prepare to be amazed by the fascinating world of ants, from those with shimmering green metallic bodies to those with tiny eyes adapted for life in the darkness. This project-based learning unit is designed to inspire students to ask questions, explore the world of ants, and us

1st - 3rd Science

Unique Bear Activities | Engaging Biomimicry Design Challenges

Created by
Asa Jomard

Inspire Creativity with Grizzly Bears! Your students will LOVE designing a menu inspired by grizzly bears! By exploring bears through a biomimicry lens, they will unlock a world of creative thinking that leads to exciting ideas and innovative insights.Why Bears?Bears are extraordinary animals that ca

1st - 3rd Science

NGSS 1-LS1-1, K-2-ETS1-1, K-2-ETS1-2+2

Engaging Spider Activities with Biomimicry Challenges for Fall and Halloween

Created by
Asa Jomard

Transform Halloween Science with Spider Biomimicry: Where Nature's Engineers Meet Innovative Design!Turn your students' spider fascination into a powerful STEAM learning experience! This engaging project-based resource teaches biomimicry through one of nature's most incredible innovators—the jumping

1st - 3rd Biology

NGSS 1-LS1-1, K-2-ETS1-1, K-2-ETS1-2+2

Also included in: Engaging Fall/Autumn Activities Bundle | Fun Biomimicry Design Challenges

Festive Christmas Reindeer Challenge | PBL STEAM Biomimicry Design

Created by
Asa Jomard

Dive into Innovation: Festive Reindeer Biomimicry STEAM Challenge Transform your classroom into an innovation lab where students harness the extraordinary adaptations of reindeer to solve real-world problems! This comprehensive biomimicry resource combines science, creativity, and festive fun to deve

1st - 3rd Science

Engaging STEAM Groundhog Activities | Freebie | Unique Biomimicry Adventures

Created by
Asa Jomard

Make this Groundhog Day special! Here is a biomimicry Freebie to make your science project for younger students, Kindergarten to Grade 3, both fun and educational. By incorporating elements of biomimicry, students will be inspired to draw parallels between nature's marvels and innovative design solu

1st - 3rd Science