Spring and Easter Science & STEM:
Carrot Carriage Simple Machines Activity

Bring hands-on learning and creativity into your classroom with this Spring & Easter STEM activity that focuses on simple machines. 

Perfect for grades 2-8, students build a rolling carrot carriage that can carry cargo down a ramp— perfect for exploring simple machines and problem-solving! 


Spring & Easter STEM Fun: Build Simple Machines With Carrots!  

In this STEM challenge, students build a rolling carrot carriage that carries Easter cargo down a ramp while learning about simple machines. It's fun, educational and makes for the perfect Easter center or before or after spring break activity!

What’s Included?

Everything you need to implement seamless and engaging STEM activities:

Teacher Support

  • Video walk-through of the challenge to make prep a breeze
  • Modifications for different grade levels, extension activities and more

 Editable Student Handouts:

  • Criteria & constraints lists
  • Analysis templates
  • Reflection questions

 Bonus Extension Handouts / Activities:

  • Top 10 Reasons to Eat Your Carrots 
  • Top 10 Reasons the Easter Bunny Needs a Carrot Carriage 
  • Estimation and measurement handouts (non-standard units, inches, centimeters, and conversions) 
  • Process flow maps and word problem templates


Perfect for:

Before or After Spring Break Activities to keep students excited and focused 
Easter STEM Challenges that make learning festive and fun 
First Day of Spring Science Lessons with a creative, hands-on twist

Materials Needed:

  • Carrots and assorted craft materials & recyclables 

Why You'll Love This Activity:

Cross-Curricular Learning: Integrates science, math, and engineering concepts in an engaging, interactive way.

Flexible & Adaptable: Customizable for different grade levels and classroom settings.

Engaging & Hands-On: Build a rolling carrot carriage while learning about simple machines.

Teacher-Friendly Resources: Includes NGSS-aligned standards, instructional videos, and tips for easy implementation.

Perfect for Easter & Spring: A creative way to celebrate Easter while reinforcing STEM concepts.


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