Summer & End of Year STEM Activity:
Amphibious Phone

End the school year with a splash of STEM fun! This hands-on challenge has students design and test waterproof smartphone cases, making it the perfect activity for summer camp or summer school.


Summer STEM Fun – End of Year Science Activity for Summer Camp & Summer School

Bring excitement to your summer camp or summer school with this hands-on, end-of-year STEM challenge! Students will design and build a waterproof and retrievable case for a smartphone, perfect for integrating science, engineering, and creativity. 

Ideal for the last days of school or any summer STEM activity, this project engages students with a real-world problem-solving experience that’s both fun and educational.

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
  • Tips for adjusting difficulty for grades 2-8
  • Post-design extension ideas to deepen learning
  • NGSS-aligned standards

 Editable Student Handouts:

  • Criteria & constraints lists
  • Analysis templates
  • Smartphone cut-outs for testing
  • Reflection & discussion questions

 Bonus Extensions

  • Process flow maps to guide the design process 
  • Math extension templates for creating word problems related to designs 
  • Classifying animals activity templates 
  • Under-the-sea writing prompts to integrate literacy


Perfect for:

️ Summer Camp STEM Activities 
End of Year Science Projects 
May, June, or July Center Activities 
Summer School STEM Projects 
Classroom or Home Fun During Summer

Materials Needed:

  • Water & weights for testing  
  • Basic supplies such as plastic wrap, tape, and scissors 
  • Optional: balloons, pipe cleaners, foil, and cotton for added creativity

Why You'll Love This Activity:

Flexible & Adaptable: Adaptable for various grade levels, ensuring every student can participate.

Ready-to-Go Resource: Includes editable handouts, extension activities to enhance the challenge & video walk-through with teacher tips and modifications for easy prep.

Perfect for End of Year Activities: Reinforces key STEM concepts through a fun, real-world challenge perfect for the season

Cross-Curricular Learning: Combines science, engineering, and literacy to create a well-rounded learning experience


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