Back to School After Winter Break STEM Activities Winter Challenge | Ice Skating

Description

Looking for a FUN winter STEM activity to engage your students in using academic skills to solve real-world problems? This will enhance learning about winter sports during the winter Olympics. Try this ice skating-themed activity where students will learn about ice skating, skates, magnets, number patterns, force, and motion while designing a magnetic ice skater that follows number patterns around a rink.

What is in this download?

Focus: Design, Reading, Comprehension, Writing, Science & Math

  • Page 1: Cover
  • Page 2: Table of Contents
  • Page 3: STEM Ice Skating (Teacher Info.)
  • Page 4: Suggested Lesson Plan
  • Page 5: OBJECTIVES
  • Page 6: 5E Lesson Plan
  • Page 7: Journal Cover (Optional)
  • Page 8: KWL Chart for Ice Skating
  • Pages 9 & 10: Ice Skating Reading & Comprehension Questions
  • Page 11: The PROBLEM – Students are given a problem to solve
  • Page 12: DESIGN IT! Decide how to make a Magnetic Skater (after Sorting)
  • Page 13: REFLECTION (for after the STEM Challenge)
  • Pages 14-17: Primary and Intermediate Writing Paper for Optional Writing Extension Activity
  • Page 18: Rubric for Writing
  • Page 19: Sorting Mat for Magnetic and Non-Magnetic Items
  • Pages 20-23: Speed Skater and Hockey Players Stand-Ups (in color and blk/white)
  • Page 24: STEM RUBRIC
  • Pages 25-32: Different Number Pattern Ice Rink Mats (for moving your magnetic skater) Gameboard Style and challenging non-Gameboard
  • Page 33: Letter to Parents for making a Home Connection
  • Page 34: The Problem (Optional Page to add your own materials and time if you have different objects to test with magnets)
  • Pages 35-37: Answer Keys
  • Pages 38-41: PHOTOS of Product in Action
  • Page 42: Credits

Materials needed to complete the entire unit:

  • Magnets
  • Objects that are magnetic and non-magnetic
  • Tape

Encourage Critical Thinking Skills

Reward Points

I've created a simple point system for giving back to loyal customers! 
  • For every $1 (US dollar) you spend, you earn 1 point!
  • 20 points can be redeemed for $1 (US dollar) on a future purchase!
  • When you leave feedback (review), you get 5 points!
  • Reward Points can be viewed under My Account.
This means that you effectively get 5% back on everything you buy, plus extra points for feedback. Points are valid for one year and can be used for anything in the store! Note: Point award system is subject to change.  View full terms here.
Loader Loading...
EAD Logo Taking too long?

Reload Reload document
| Open Open in new tab

Am I responsible for sales tax or duties?

Sales tax is not currently charged, but this is subject to change to match appropriate tax laws. If you are with a school and have a tax-exempt form, please contact me so I may adjust your tax rate. International customers are responsible for all customs/duties charged by their applicable country. Note: this is subject to change at any time to comply with local, national, and international tax laws.

I have another question about your store....

Please visit my store FAQ to get more information about pricing, shipping, and more!

Is this a shipped item?

No! This item contains files that will be downloaded to your computer. You may print them at home/work/school or send to a professional printer.

How do I access my digital download?

There are two ways to get to your purchased downloads:
  1. An automatic email with the download link is generated every time you make a purchase so check your inbox and spam/junk box then click on the link in the email.
  2. Log in to your account and you will find a list of your purchases, which you can download at any time onto any of your devices.

Write Your Question !

You will get a notification email when FAQ answered/updated!

+ = Verify Human or Spambot ?

Earn 4.00 Reward Points
$4.00

Only registered users can download this free product.

Share This Resource