Build a Crayon Box - Back to School STEM Activity - Problem Solving Activity

Foster critical thinking and problem-solving with this back to school STEM activity.

This task will have your students use their creativity and problem-solving skills to create a sturdy but colorful crayon box. The challenge is that it has to be able to hold 5 crayons and stand on its own. This STEM challenge also doubles as a fun first-day-of-school activity!

For this activity, students will generate ideas of what materials to use, brainstorm items for their box, draw the design, build their crayon box, and reflect on their design process. 

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