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Sun and Solar Science Projects
July 9, 2026 5:00 AM
Soak up the power of the Sun with science and engineering projects that explore all things solar, including the solar system, solar power and sustainable energy, solar options for cleaning water, the greenhouse effect, and more. Sun and Solar Science Projects and Experiments As the biggest star and largest object in our solar system, there are many astronomy projects students can explore related to the Sun, but there are lots of other sun and solar… Read more
10 Projects to Get Started with Breadboards!
June 23, 2026 9:00 AM
Using a breadboard is an important "next step" in exploring circuits and electronics STEM projects. Try one of these ten Science Buddies projects to get to know your breadboard and start building circuits with confidence. Breadboards! A simple way to take circuits and electronics projects to the next level! Students who are just getting started with electronics often begin with basic circuits that connect batteries directly to motors or LEDs (like the… Read more
Explore Ocean Science!
June 1, 2026 8:00 AM
Teach students about various ocean sciences topics, including density, acidification, ocean circulation, the impact of rising temperatures and the melting of polar ice, and more. Students exploring ocean sciences learn about the formation of the ocean, the role of the ocean in the Earth's water cycle, the importance of the ocean as a habitat, and how the ocean fits into sustainability goals for the future. Ocean Sciences Lessons, Projects, and… Read more
Women in STEM! More than 60 Scientists and Engineers
March 2, 2026 8:00 AM
March is Women's History Month! Learn more about women in STEM in science history and get inspired! More than 60 profiles of scientists and engineers! Women's in STEM for Women's History Month: 60+ Scientists to learn more about! Update! This post has been updated for 2026! There have always been women in science. Whether recognized at the time or not, women interested in science and engineering have made important discoveries, conducted… Read more
40 Scientists to Learn About for Black History Month
January 29, 2026 8:00 AM
February is Black History Month. Learn more about some of the many African American scientists and engineers who have made important contributions to science history. Black History Month: 40 Scientists to learn more about! Update! This post has been updated for 2026. In honor of Black History Month, we highlight 40 African American scientists and engineers who made important contributions to science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). There… Read more
10 Reasons to Do the Ball Run Challenge
January 27, 2026 8:00 AM
Thinking about the 2026 Ball Run Challenge? Here are 10 reasons this free engineering challenge is a great fit for K–12 classrooms and programs. The Science Buddies Engineering Challenge The annual Science Buddies Engineering Challenge makes it fun for students to try engineering. Each year, the Science Buddies Engineering Challenge presents an engaging engineering task that invites students in grades K–12 to use the engineering design process to… Read more
40 New and Cutting-Edge Science and Engineering Projects in 2025
December 30, 2025 8:00 AM
Explore 40 new, hands-on science and engineering projects added to our free STEM project library in 2025. Our team of scientists and engineers worked all year to develop engaging, accessible materials that support hands-on K–12 STEM exploration. The projects added in 2025 span disciplines from artificial intelligence and robotics to environmental science, human biology, space exploration, and physical computing, with investigations that range from data… Read more
25+ Coding Projects for Beginners and Beyond
December 3, 2025 8:00 AM
Planning an hour of code with students for Computer Science Education Week? Try these projects and activities to help students explore computer coding now and after! It's easy for students to get started learning about computer programming and video game and app design. Basic coding involves writing an algorithmic set of steps that tell a computer exactly what to do. No matter what language or programming environment will be used, learning to write… Read more
2025 Nobel Science Projects for K-12 Students
October 14, 2025 6:00 AM
Explore and experiment with student science projects related to the 2025 Nobel Prizes. Explore Nobel Prize Science with Student Projects and STEM Lessons Each year, the Nobel Prizes in Physics, Chemistry, and Physiology or Medicine recognize breakthroughs and discoveries in STEM that have reshaped our understanding of the world and opened doors to new research and development. Students inspired by the 2025 Nobel Prize winners can experiment with… Read more
Chemical Reactions and Spice Projects for National Chemistry Week
October 6, 2025 6:00 AM
Chemistry projects and resources for National Chemistry Week 2025! National Chemistry Week is October 19-25, 2025. The theme of this year's chemistry awareness week, hosted by the American Chemical Society (ACS), is "The Hidden Life of Spices." Chemistry Projects Exploring Spices and Reactions Spices do more than just add flavor or heat to our food. The same molecules that make cinnamon smell sweet or peppers taste hot can also reveal invisible… Read more
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