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TeachEngineering.org is an inspiring gateway for educators who want to bring the power of real-world STEM learning into their classrooms. With thousands of free, standards-aligned lessons, activities, and units created by leading universities and educators, TE equips educators with tools that meet Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), making it easy to weave engineering concepts into any curriculum while staying aligned with academic goals.
Broader Participation = Greater Innovation
More than just a lesson library, Teach Engineering is designed to empower educators, regardless of engineering experience. Through professional development and a community of practice, TE prepares educators to lead with confidence and spark students’ excitement for discovery. By connecting classroom learning to real-world possibilities, Teach Engineering helps teachers inspire the next generation of change makers.
Exploring > Explaining
Teach Engineering ignites curiosity and creativity. Our hands-on lessons and activities invite students to think and act like engineers — to explore challenges, imagine solutions, build prototypes, and learn through experimentation. This process nurtures not only STEM understanding but also the essential skills of collaboration, innovation, and critical thinking that prepare students to thrive in a rapidly changing world.
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Elementary School:
- Engineering: Simple Machines
- Creating an Electromagnet
- Powerful Pulleys
- Got Energy? Spinning a Food Web
- Circuits: One Path for Electricity
If you're in K-12, or are a K-12 teacher, you really must check out TeachEngineering.org. It is full of lesson plans that help teach engineering to students.
- Engineering Wiki
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April 2026 Editor's Pick
Sustainable Separations Through Chemical Engineering
Students participate in hands-on activities that introduce them to chemical engineering and sustainability. They explore various separation methods, such as distillation, crystallization, and adsorption, and apply these techniques in real-world scenarios. The activity ...