4th Grade STEM Activities

STEM Just Got Supercharged: Epic Missions for 4th Grade Classrooms

Blast off beyond boring worksheets with 4th grade STEM activities that actually get students fired up. At Mission.io, we turn the classroom into a high-energy STEM lab where students work in teams, face new challenges, and build real-world problem-solving skills—all while meeting educational engineering standards and having a blast.

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Why Choose Mission.io?

Teaching STEM doesn’t have to mean reinventing the wheel. With Mission.io, it’s plug-and-play for epic, engineering-aligned challenges. Our platform delivers the best STEM activities with the click of a button—no extra prep, complicated tech, or mystery materials required. Just hands-on learning, easy integration, and results that speak for themselves. From defending against cyber attacks to deep-sea adventures, we’ve got the tools to transform your classroom into an innovation hub.

4th Grade Mission Samples

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Fourth | Magnetism

Polar Opposites

Using their knowledge of magnetic interactions, the crew will infiltrate Moodoo's stronghold to get a valuable, stolen crystal back.

Standards: NGSSS SC.4.P.8.4, 4.P4U1.1

 

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Fourth | Improving Prototypes

Reactor Revamp

The crew will use engineering skills to design an improved fusion reactor to power Koré's protective shield!

Standards: NGSS 3-5-ETS1-3

 

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Fourth | Creativity

Sky's the Limit

Students will use their imagination to help RALF get to the top of the skyscraper.

 

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What Does Mission.io Look Like in the Classroom?

Imagine this: Your students walk in and see the mission screen lit up. They’re buzzing. Today’s adventure? A high-stakes digital STEM challenge where they dive deep into the ocean’s Abyssal Zone to explore strange new sea creatures. It’s one of those fun STEM activities that feels like recess but teaches like a champ. No need to dig out pipe cleaners, stack the tallest tower, or fold a paper airplane—Mission.io captures that same spirit of hands-on discovery in an immersive, tech-powered format.

Students form teams, analyze options, collaborate on strategy, and rally to create solutions that actually work. The results? Real engagement, real learning, and real excitement.

Why Is Mission.io the Best Choice for Fourth Grade Teachers? 

Because you deserve STEM tools that work as hard as you do. Our missions are easy to launch, standards-aligned, and ridiculously fun. Students aren’t just checking boxes—they’re creating, testing, and growing together. Mission.io helps you introduce big STEM ideas with zero stress and maximum payoff.

  • No logins or tech headaches
  • Flexible for any class size or schedule
  • Real data on student growth
  • Engages all learners, every single time

You’re already a superhero. Let us handle the sidekick duties.

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