Gingerbread STEM: Creating Christmas Circuits

I’m always looking for ways to get students excited about science. This holiday STEM project is the perfect way to teach students about circuits using gingerbread houses and holiday lights!

Gingerbread STEM Project

Supplies

cardboard
lithium batteries (3V)
paper clips and binder clips
white paper
scissors
tape
copper tape
LED lights (variety pack)
square & rectangular gingerbread cookies/graham crackers
white icing
sprinkles, gumdrops, and other candy

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April Smith

April began her career as a 5th grade teacher in 2008 and quickly developed a passion for creating engaging educational materials to share with fellow teachers. She now works with districts around the country, training their teachers and leaders on how to implement research-based strategies and differentiation techniques that meet the needs of diverse learners.