This collection of Winter STEM activities is sure to be a hit with kids of all ages. If you’re looking for a hands-on experiment or Winter STEM challenges, you’ll find it here.
The Winter Activity Pack is perfect for when your kids are home from school this summer. These educational printables help preschoolers and kindergarteners learn all summer long. Check it out today.
Disclosure: Adult supervision is required for all activities at all times.
Winter STEM Activities
1. How to Make a Snowstorm in a Jar Experiment
Create a magical snow storm in a jar with this fun activity for kids! Ideal for winter months and preschool weather lessons.
2. How to Grow Giant Crystal Snowflakes
Grow giant crystal snowflakes. This is a great way to combine science and winter decorations for the holiday season.
3. Free Printable Snowman Shape Puzzles for Kids
Free snowman shape puzzles: Help toddlers and preschoolers learn shapes in a fun way with these engaging printable math activities.
4. Free Penguin Math Puzzles for Preschoolers
Get your hands on these free Penguin Math Puzzles, which are designed for young kids! They’re a great addition to winter math centers in preschool or kindergarten.
5. Free Winter I Spy Printable for Kids
Get ready for the winter season with these free Winter I Spy pages for kids! 8 captivating puzzles to boost math skills through hands-on play. Start exploring now!
6. Marshmallow Snowflakes
Create stunning marshmallow snowflakes with this fun winter STEM activity! Get ready for design challenges using toothpicks and marshmallows.
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7. Frozen Bubbles
Kids will love exciting winter science experiments like these frozen bubbles. Make your own icy spheres with this fun activity.
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8. Build A Snowflake Tinker Tray
Snowflake Tinker Tray activity: Create stunning snowflakes using simple materials with this easy tinker tray idea
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9. Ice Fishing Science Experiment
Transform ordinary ice cubes into a thrilling ice fishing experiment! Experience the excitement of blending science and magic effortlessly.
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10. Squishy Circuits Snowflakes
Challenge yourself with squishy snowflake circuits and bring light to the winter season! A simple experiment that kids of all ages will love.
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11. Instant Ice
You’ll love instant ice, it’s the perfect addition to your list of Winter STEM activities. Kids will be delighted to see how the ice will grow upwards with a bit of science.
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12. Winter LEGO Challenge Cards
LEGO task cards for winter fun! Explore STEM challenges with these engaging winter-themed cards. Build, play, learn!
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13. Exploding Snowman Experiment
Create unforgettable memories with this exploding snowman experiment – winter science made fun for kids of all ages!
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14. Evergreen Tree Building Challenge
Use popsicle sticks and green playdough to make your own tree building challenge. Suitable for preschoolers and kindergarteners who also need to develop fine motor skills.
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15. Melting Snowman Winter Science Experiment
Fun project alert! Try the melting snowman experiment – a delightful STEM activity for kids this winter. Let the snowman disappear before your eyes!
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16. Printable Winter STEM Challenge Activity Cards
If you’re looking for fun Winter activities, then you’ll love these printable Winter STEM challenge cards. Kids will have so much fun with these STEM projects.
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17. Crush a Bottle With Your Mind
Looking for a fun science activity? Try this bottle crush experiment – perfect for older students! Learn how to use the impact of heat transfer to crush a bottle.
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18. Snowball Balance Winter STEM
Snowball balance – a fun idea for young children! Banish boredom with this super easy idea for toddlers and preschoolers.
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19. Snow Volcano Winter Science Activity
Kids will have a great time making their own snow volcano. This is one of many winter science activities that you can do outside in the colder months.
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20. Salt and Ice Experiment
Unlock the secrets of salt and ice in this captivating winter experiment. Discover the science behind how salt melts ice in cold temperatures.
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21. Mitten Button Counting
Engage young minds with mitten button counting! A playful way to practice math skills while embracing the winter season.
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22. Snowball Catapult
Build your own snowball catapult and engage in the engineering design process. This is a fun way to do some problem solving and maybe have a snowball fight afterwards.
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23. Winter Density Jar
Looking for cool winter STEM activities? Learn about density and buoyancy with a DIY winter density jar. A fun and educational idea for this Winter break
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24. Fun Snowman Launcher
Get ready for a lot of fun with this snowman launcher activity! Young learners get to craft, play and learn while building their own shooter.
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25. Magic Melting Snowballs
Turn winter into a fun learning experience with this melting snowballs science activity for preschoolers.
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26. Ice Lantern STEM Activity
Create a stunning ice lantern this holiday season – the perfect way to blend simple science and beauty for a magical winter experience.
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27. Snow Sink or Float Winter Science for Kids
Seeking easy winter STEM activities? Try this snow sink or float experiment. Perfect for young minds to explore density and solutions in a snowy setting.
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28. Winter Polar Bear Blubber Science Experiment
Discover how polar bears keep warm in the Arctic with a fun blubber science experiment for winter – perfect for curious minds!
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29. Trains in Ice
Younger students will love these ice trains! Watch them figure out how to melt the ice and rescue the toy trains. Or substitute the trains for toy arctic animals for a fun winter theme.
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30. Geoboard Snowflakes
Make geoboard snowflakes using a regular geoboard and elastic bands. The best part is that the snowflakes can be as complex as you like, so you can use the same activity for kids at different skill levels. Isn’t that perfect for siblings who are different ages?
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