5 Summer STEM Activities:Fun End of Year Science, Math & STEM Activities
End of Year Science & Summer School STEM Fun: Engaging Activities to Wrap Up the School Year
Students work individually or in small groups using a criteria and constraints list for each challenge.
- Wicked-Fast Water Slide: Design a thrilling water slide that’s both safe and speedy.
Pick & Pack: Plan a road trip and optimize packing for maximum efficiency—perfect for improving math and spatial reasoning skills.
Drippin’ Dash: Create a water scoop designed for stability and compete in a fun relay race.
Keep it Cool / Make it Melt: Design devices to control the melting process, perfect for exploring heat transfer and the properties of matter.
Amphibious Phone Case: Create a waterproof, summer-proof phone case for ultimate durability and protection.
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Teacher Support
- Video walk-throughs for each challenge to make prep a breeze
- Easy-to-follow setup guides & materials lists
Editable Student Handouts:
- Criteria & constraints lists
- Discussion questions
- Design analysis sheets to deepen learning
Bonus Activities:
- Cross-curricular extension templates and links for each challenge to extend for early finishers or whole-class
NGSS-Aligned Standards
- Perfect for grades 2–8 with modifications for all skill levels.
Perfect for Summer School: Ideal for summer school or summer camp, keeping students learning and excited all summer long.
NGSS Aligned: Engages students in science, math, and engineering while meeting important NGSS standards for grades 2–8. 
Creative & Collaborative Challenges: Students work together to design, build, and solve real-world problems. 
Flexible for All Learners: Easily adapted for different grade levels with editable student handouts and differentiated teacher tips. 
Comprehensive Resource: Includes math extensions, design templates, and engaging reflection activities to deepen student learning.
End of School Year Activities Summer School Activities 
️ Summer STEM Camp Challenges 
End of Year Science & Math Centers
