Engineering Materials Kit: K-2 Students Grades: K-2 Number of Students: N/A Highlights: Bring problem-based learning to life with the Engineering Kit K–2 Student Task Cards. Designed for teachers, parents, and districts seeking engaging STEM resources, these cards provide student-led, open-ended challenges that align with the Engineering Design Process. Each card introduces a high-interest scientific phenomenon—from gravity and motion to animal migration and natural disasters—and invites students to design, test, and share solutions. With no single right answer, learners practice critical 21st Century skills: Communication, Critical Thinking, Creativity, and Collaboration. Curriculum or Lesson Topics: Gravity, speed, and motion Push and pull forces Earthquakes, avalanches, tornadoes, erosion, and other natural events Seasons and ecosystems Habitats, food chains, animal migration, and survival strategies Waves, tides, and space exploration Automation, vehicles, and traffic patterns Human body systems and recycling What's Included: 30 double-sided task cards for student-led and teacher-facilitated learning Front of card: Student Prompt – a challenge written so even pre-readers can follow independently Materials List – simple items pulled from the Engineering Kit Back of card: Teacher-Led Prompt – use Color Codes and Ozobot Evo to deepen scientific understanding Go Further Extension – optional activity to stretch critical thinking and problem-solving
