STEM Activities

Hands-on challenges that build essential STEM skills—because learning should be an experience, not just a lesson.

Bringing STEM to Life in Your Classroom

STEM isn’t just about equations and textbooks—it’s about showing students how science, technology, engineering, and math shape their everyday lives.

Teach STEM concepts through real-world experiments, structures, and engineering challenges

Encourage students to practice collaboration, problem-solving, and innovation as a team

Spark curiosity with fun STEM activities that turn learning into an adventure                                   

Browse STEM Activities & Educational Resources

STEM is more than just a subject—it’s how students explore, create, and problem-solve in the real world. Mission.io provides engaging, skill-focused STEM projects that make learning fun, interactive, and meaningful.

Scientific Inquiry & Observation
Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving
Creativity & Innovation

STEM Learning, Simplified

No complicated setups. No extra prep. Just interactive STEM education that builds math skills, science knowledge, and critical thinking—all at the push of a button.

1. Choose a Mission

Teach your planned lesson, then drop the bombshell: “A mission is coming.” Watch the classroom energy shift.

2. Connect Your Students

No logins, no distractions—just teams, a shared challenge, and an instant spark of engagement.

3. Launch the Mission

Let students take the lead while you nudge, guide, and watch their problem-solving skills unfold.

4. Dive Into the Data

Every action is tracked. Every insight is measured. It’s next-level classroom analytics at your fingertips.

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STEM Learning That Sparks Curiosity and Innovation

STEM stands for more than just Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math — it’s about helping students discover, experiment, and create. Mission.io gives you the tools to teach STEM concepts in ways that keep students engaged and excited about learning.

Try It for Free

Explore Mission.io with a free trial. No limits. No credit card is required. Just game-changing experiences at your fingertips

Pricing That Fits Your Mission.

(Pun intended.)

Every mission you run is fuel for our mission to build the ultimate playground for real-world skill development. Each license helps us craft more show-stopping, mind-bending missions. So, go ahead and use the platform at your own pace and comfort level—consider it your personalized contribution to the educational revolution.

Teacher Trial
FREE
Get your feet wet.
Class creation/importing
Access to select missions
Online training resources
*No credit card required.
No expiration.
Teacher Champion
$149
/yr
Special discount from standard $350 classroom rate for those willing to help us spread the word.
Class creation and self-rostering
Access to all missions
Standard alignment guide
Full mission analytics
Live chat & training library
Upgrade discount
*Limited number of discounts
available.
School & District License
Custom
Make your school a future-ready school.
Integrated class rostering
Access to all missions
Live video support & onboarding
Standard alignment plan
Full mission analytics
Organization analytics
Admin accounts
Dedicated implementation team
LMS integration
*Contact us about our
pilot program
“The first time we ran a mission the students all began to applaud like you see in the videos of NASA control rooms.”
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Charity Perry

Kindergarten Teacher

“I've never seen anything reach my kids better and generate more authentic engagement than Mission.io.”
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Elijah Thomas

Middle School Science

“The Depth of Knowledge that this program instills in the students is phenomenal and I could never replicate that with a quiz or test.”
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Lisa Perry

5th Grade Teacher

Frequently Asked Questions

Ready to trade textbooks for epic adventures? We know you might have questions along the way!  Dive into our FAQs to discover how Mission.io works, what kind of challenges you'll face, and how it can ignite passion for learning.

What is Mission.io?

Forget boring lectures! Mission.io is a revolutionary educational program designed to transform learning from passive lectures to engaging, gamified missions. Students embarked on exciting adventures, tackling real-world challenges across various subjects.

Imagine shrinking down to explore the human body like a tiny explorer, unraveling mysteries on a far-off planet, or even high-fiving a T-Rex (safely, from a time machine, of course!).

Mission.io throws students headfirst into exciting, interactive challenges where their crew (aka classmates) must work together to solve real-world, standards-based problems that arise throughout the storyline of the mission. This immersive approach fosters critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving skills, igniting a passion for learning in students of all ages.

How long are missions?

In K-2, missions typically take 20-30 minutes. In 3rd grade and up, the missions are designed to take around 30-45 minutes. 

The estimated duration can be found on each mission’s details page and the choices students make throughout the mission can lead to a longer or shorter duration. We encourage teachers to take as much time as needed to help students make deep and lasting connections. To help with this, we built in the ability to add or subtract time, or even pause and save for later.
Which grade levels can play?

Missions are available for kindergarten through 8th grade! We also have a range of missions available for after school, CTE, and STEM that apply to mixed age groups up to 12th grade.

Which standards do missions cover?

Our mission library includes science and math missions aligned to NGSS, CCSS, and state-specific standards. We are always adding new missions to our library, if you have a request for a specific standard or topic you’d like to see in a mission, let us know!

Check out the Standard Alignment page 

What mission should I run first?

When you're new to Mission.io,  we recommend rocketing through one of our awesome training missions first!

These bite-sized blasts of learning are designed for both you and your students to get comfortable with the platform's features and controls.  Think of them as your personal launchpad to becoming Mission.io masters!

What technology is required?

To run a successful mission, you need:

  • An Internet-enabled device for every student (Chromebook, iPad, etc.).
  • A teacher computer connected to a projector or TV (main view screen where the story plays out).
  • An audio system loud enough for students to hear character dialogue.

That’s it!

How many students can join a mission at once?
There's no limit to the number of students who can join the Mission.io adventure!  We love a good learning party.  However, to keep things smooth and make sure everyone has the best experience, we recommend having no more than 40 students join the same mission. 

Now, if you have a bigger class with more than 40,  no worries! We just might need to chat with your principal about ways to split the mission into smaller squads to avoid teacher burnout. Remember, happy teachers make for happy learners (and less grading for you!).
Do you offer training?
Missions are incredibly easy to launch and run, but for those who like access to more training, we have:
  • Built-in library of training videos covering every aspect of the experience.
  • Mission guides for every mission.
  • Step-by-step walkthroughs.

And if any questions come up, you can chat with a REAL HUMAN anytime during school hours!