K-2 Engineering Challenge Task Cards Set

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.

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

Phenomena Students Explore

• 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

Flexible Classroom Use

Perfect for:

• STEM centers

• Small group rotations

• Fast finishers

• Hands-on science and engineering time

Each task card connects real-world challenges to the K-2 Engineering Kit, encouraging students to design solutions with creativity and confidence.