STEM Activities for Older Elementary Age Kids

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Wow! What great things we have discovered so far. STEM activities for kids are so much fun and a great way for kids to learn!

With everything from robots to bug exploration and super gross science experiments your kiddos will love some of these STEM Activities. The older bunch can really dive deeper into science, technology, math, and engineering dynamics of certain activities. Remember, these activities are perfect for boys and girls. My twins have their eye on that lemon and fork kit. They love science!

Check out these 20 STEM activities your older elementary kiddo will love!

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NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Crystal Growing Kit - 3 Vibrant Colored Crystals to Grow with Light-Up Display Stand, Science Toy for Girls and Boys Ages 8-12, Includes 3 Gemstones, Cool STEM GiftNATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Crystal Growing Kit – 3 Vibrant Colored Crystals to Grow with Light-Up Display Stand, Science Toy for Girls and Boys Ages 8-12, Includes 3 Gemstones, Cool STEM GiftNATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Crystal Growing Kit - 3 Vibrant Colored Crystals to Grow with Light-Up Display Stand, Science Toy for Girls and Boys Ages 8-12, Includes 3 Gemstones, Cool STEM Gift

 

1. Grow your own crystals and develop observations with this Crystal Growing Kit that explores some really cool science.

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2. Build your own robot from the ground up with this amazing Modular Robotics Model Kit and pilot it via Bluetooth!

Thames & Kosmos Glow Stick LabThames & Kosmos Glow Stick LabThames & Kosmos Glow Stick Lab

 

3. Get and understanding of the chemistry and science involved in glow sticks with this Glow Stick Lab.

13 Packs Multiplication Flash Cards with 2 Dry Erase Markers and 2 Rings Multiplication Flashcards Math Flash Cards Educational Times Table Flash Cards for 1st to 3rd Grade Fun Math Game Learning13 Packs Multiplication Flash Cards with 2 Dry Erase Markers and 2 Rings Multiplication Flashcards Math Flash Cards Educational Times Table Flash Cards for 1st to 3rd Grade Fun Math Game Learning13 Packs Multiplication Flash Cards with 2 Dry Erase Markers and 2 Rings Multiplication Flashcards Math Flash Cards Educational Times Table Flash Cards for 1st to 3rd Grade Fun Math Game Learning

 

4. Learn all the facts of multiplication with these Multiplication Flash Cards that work great for fact understanding and math memory.

Butterfly Mini Garden Gift Set with Live Cup of Caterpillars – Life Science & STEM Education - Best Birthday Gift, for Boys & Girls Age 4 5 6 7 8 Years OldButterfly Mini Garden Gift Set with Live Cup of Caterpillars – Life Science & STEM Education – Best Birthday Gift, for Boys & Girls Age 4 5 6 7 8 Years OldButterfly Mini Garden Gift Set with Live Cup of Caterpillars – Life Science & STEM Education - Best Birthday Gift, for Boys & Girls Age 4 5 6 7 8 Years Old

 

5. This Butterfly Garden Set is a super cool exploration of nature and science. It also comes with 5 caterpillars!

Thames & Kosmos Physics Solar Workshop (V 2.0) Science KitThames & Kosmos Physics Solar Workshop (V 2.0) Science KitThames & Kosmos Physics Solar Workshop (V 2.0) Science Kit

 

6. Explore the energy that comes from the sun with this Physics Solar Workshop Science Kit.

Melissa & Doug Magnetic Human Body Anatomy Play Set With 24 Magnetic Pieces and Storage Tray - Human Body Model For Kids, Human Body Puzzle For Preschoolers And Kids Ages 3+Melissa & Doug Magnetic Human Body Anatomy Play Set With 24 Magnetic Pieces and Storage Tray – Human Body Model For Kids, Human Body Puzzle For Preschoolers And Kids Ages 3+Melissa & Doug Magnetic Human Body Anatomy Play Set With 24 Magnetic Pieces and Storage Tray - Human Body Model For Kids, Human Body Puzzle For Preschoolers And Kids Ages 3+

 

7. Discover the entire body and all of its mechanics with this Melissa & Doug Human Anatomy Floor Puzzle.

Thames & Kosmos Wind Power V4.0 STEM Experiment Kit | Build a 3ft Wind Turbine to Generate Electricity | Learn About Renewable Energy & Power a Small Model Car | Weatherproof for Outdoor UseThames & Kosmos Wind Power V4.0 STEM Experiment Kit | Build a 3ft Wind Turbine to Generate Electricity | Learn About Renewable Energy & Power a Small Model Car | Weatherproof for Outdoor UseThames & Kosmos Wind Power V4.0 STEM Experiment Kit | Build a 3ft Wind Turbine to Generate Electricity | Learn About Renewable Energy & Power a Small Model Car | Weatherproof for Outdoor Use

 

8. Make your own electricity generating turbines and learn all about alternative energy with this super cool Wind Power Set.

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9. This It’s Alive Slime Lab is hands on science fun and certainly a hit for kids!

Brain Quest Smart GameBrain Quest Smart GameBrain Quest Smart Game

 

10. Try this Brain Quest Smart Game for your next family game night where kids can race for their age appropriate answers.

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Microscope for Kids - STEM Kit with an Easy-to-Use Kids Microscope, Up to 400x Zoom, Blank and Prepared Slides, Rock and Mineral Specimens, and More, Great Science Project SetNATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Microscope for Kids – STEM Kit with an Easy-to-Use Kids Microscope, Up to 400x Zoom, Blank and Prepared Slides, Rock and Mineral Specimens, and More, Great Science Project SetNATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Microscope for Kids - STEM Kit with an Easy-to-Use Kids Microscope, Up to 400x Zoom, Blank and Prepared Slides, Rock and Mineral Specimens, and More, Great Science Project Set

 

11. Check out this Elements of Science Kit where exploring the elements of science is fun!

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12. Your kids can become a forensic detective and define their own answers with this Who Dunnit Forensic Microscope Kit.

Toysmith 4M Tin Can Robot Kit EachToysmith 4M Tin Can Robot Kit EachToysmith 4M Tin Can Robot Kit Each

 

13. Recycle a soda can and create your own robot with the instructions found in this Tin Can Robot Kit.

K’NEX Education – Intro to Simple Machines: Wheels, Axles, & Inclined Planes Set – 221 Pieces – Ages 8+ Engineering Educational ToyK’NEX Education – Intro to Simple Machines: Wheels, Axles, & Inclined Planes Set – 221 Pieces – Ages 8+ Engineering Educational ToyK’NEX Education – Intro to Simple Machines: Wheels, Axles, & Inclined Planes Set – 221 Pieces – Ages 8+ Engineering Educational Toy

 

14. This K’nex Wheels, Axles, and Inclined Planes is an awesome way of learning theses scientific dynamics.

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15. Encourage creative thinking and social interaction with this Osmo Gaming System for iPad.

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16. Learn all about the center of gravity with this Science Robot Kit that will have your child thinking outside the box.

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17. Use those logical and spatial reasoning skills in Temple Trap that is highly challenging.

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18. You can use common household ingredients for this 4M Kitchen Science Kit that is sure to draw a crowd to your house!

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19. Discover all things science and creativity with this Hydrobot Arm Kit.

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20. This Gross Science Lab is hours of fun with lots of fun and engaging experiments that are super gross!

Have an outstanding STEM activity for older elementary kiddos? Share your thoughts!

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23 Comments

  1. These are all wonderful ideas. I think it’s important to get our kids interested in STEM. It’s the future, and we have to make sure they’re on top of it.

  2. These are all good ideas. My son LOVES Science and still loves math. I should buy one of these for christmas.

  3. Chasity Boatman says:

    I love doing educational activities with my son. These will be some things to look into!

  4. This is a really great collection of STEM activities! It’s so important to introduce science concepts to children early an often!

  5. I’m loving these fun ideas. I love the little science kits like the crystal growing kit. I think kids would love that!

  6. These all look like fun activities to do with the kids. Thank you for sharing this round-up with us.

  7. All of these activities seem fantastic! My son and I will have a blast trying several, as he is a true science lover!

  8. These are all such great activities! I love making slime and the volcano has always been a favorite of mine.

  9. What fun activities to do with the kids. My nephews and nieces would be interested in the science projects.

  10. You have such a great list of ideas here, I love them. The multiplications cards are my favorite 😀

  11. Mistee Dawn says:

    What a great list. My daughter LOVES science. I just need to get her excited about the other 2!

  12. These are amazing and nontraditional ways for kids to learn. I love that they are way different from the teaching methods that are used in a regular classroom.

  13. I don’t have small children anymore, but I will surely share this with a friend who owns a pre-school. She’s have lots of fun with these with her students. Thanks for sharing!

  14. My son would love those activities especially building a robot because he has always been fascinated with robots.

  15. These sound like great STEM activities for all ages. I may have seen one or four that I want to do myself…LOL!!

  16. Great list!! I love that you cover all the different age groups in your post. It is a one stop place for great gift items for kids.

  17. Most of these are things that my 9 year old son would enjoy, especially anything that’s science related. He loves, loves science.

  18. Such a fun post! STEM has become a household acronym and a big hurrah for it!

  19. This is a great list, we are huge on STEM in our home. All of my boys are homeschooled so this is perfect for us.

  20. These are great gift ideas! I think my nieces would love all of these. Maybe a last minute gift.

  21. Great tips, we done some of these already. We will add several of things to our things to try list. My 11 year old is a big STEM fan and loves to create and figure out.

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