Lesson Plans & Resources

Online Resources

We have archived our favorite hands-on activities and resources for you here.

Lending Library Lessons

Find inspiration from these lesson plan ideas that are directly related to items available for check out in our Lending Library.

Lesson Plans & Education Guides

These lesson plans & guides were created through our STEM Hub projects and initiatives and are authored by our region’s educators, our partners and/or Oregon's State-wide STEM Hub Network!

STEM Bites: K-8

Oregon’s regional STEM Hubs have come together to archive engaging, hands-on science lessons. Each “bite” can be done at home, in a classroom, or in a program space - using everyday materials.

Visit the STEM Bites website.

AI Modules: K-5

Download our digital, ready-to-go modules-featuring five modules we developed for CS Ed week to introduce younger learners to AI and its impact in our daily lives.

Activity Guide Link

AI Mini Lessons : K-2

Download our digital, ready-to-go lessons - featuring 15 minute mini lessons. Our lessons feature our fun robot, "Byte" and friends!

Activity Guide Link

AI Mini Lessons : 3-5

Download our digital, ready-to-go lessons - featuring mini lessons that introduce upper Elementary-aged learners to how AI is impacting us today, and what the future might hold. Our lessons feature Digital Defender Superheroes and cyber villains.

Activity Guide Link

Maker Club Curriculum & Notebook

This curriculum introduces children in grades 4-8 to the maker mindset, aiming to inspire creativity, enhance problem-solving skills, and encourage perseverance. The activities expose children to design thinking and various "making" activities.

Download Curriculum (pdf)

Download Notebook (pdf)

Computational Thinking

This guide includes "unplugged" computational thinking activities using everyday materials, and was part of an initiative supported by Governor Kate Brown’s GEER funds to increase equitable access to Computer Science education for Oregon students.

Download Guide (pdf)

STEM Early Learning Gorge Educator Guide (English)
Created in partnership with Childcare Partners, this guide provides practical strategies for early educators and childcare providers to incorporate STEM learning into their classrooms.

Download Guide (pdf)

STEM Early Learning Gorge Educator Guide (Spanish) Download Guide (pdf)