Mission.io: Collaborative 3rd Grade Engineering Activities

Interactive STEM Challenges That Teach Problem-Solving & Creativity

Engineering isn't just about building structures—it’s about solving real-world problems using STEM principles. Mission.io provides 3rd-grade engineering activities that engage students in digital STEM challenges, allowing them to explore concepts like forces, motion, and structure design in an exciting, interactive environment.

With Mission.io’s STEM challenges, students collaborate in virtual group projects, participate in engaging simulations, and problem-solve through carefully designed engineering missions—all without the need for hands-on materials.

Why Choose Mission.io?

Mission.io reimagines STEM learning for the digital age. It offers engaging STEM activities that build engineering skills through interactive technology.

Encourages Problem-Solving – Missions challenge students to solve engineering problems through structured digital experiences.
Develops Critical Thinking – Students explore engineering projects using logical reasoning, strategic planning, and creativity.
STEM Aligned – Missions integrate with engineering design principles and support Next Generation Science Standards.
No Materials Needed – Unlike traditional STEM projects, Mission.io’s engineering challenges don’t require masking tape, paper airplanes, or mini marshmallows—everything is digital!
Engaging for Students – Designed to be fun, interactive, and immersive, these challenges spark creativity while reinforcing engineering skills.

Third | 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, CCSS ELA-LITERACY.RI.5.1-10

Third | Minimizing Hazards

Tsunami

When a huge tsunami strikes on Viper 1, the crew will determine the best solutions to minimize hazards and reduce damage.

Standards: NGSS 3-5-ETS1-1, NGSS 3-ESS3-1, SEEd 3.1.3

Third | Forces and Motion

Off the Rails

Using their knowledge of forces and motion, the crew will fend off pesky GAL-Delilahs that are disassembling train tracks in Taipan.

Standards: NGSS 3-PS2-1, NGSS 3-PS2-2, SEEd 3.3.1-2

What Does Mission.io Look Like in the Classroom?

Mission.io replaces traditional hands-on STEM activities with engaging digital engineering challenges, allowing third graders to problem-solve, collaborate, and apply engineering concepts in a virtual format.

Choose a Mission – Teachers select a digital STEM challenge aligned with 3rd-grade engineering activities.
Students Engage with Interactive Challenges – No physical supplies like paper chains, newspapers, or tape—students experience STEM projects through a structured digital interface.
Launch the Challenge – Students explore forces, motion, and structure-building in a simulated engineering environment.
Guided by Teachers – Educators facilitate discussions and encourage team collaboration to problem solve and create solutions.
Encourages STEM Exploration – Third graders engage in STEM projects, testing different ideas and refining their strategies.

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

Mission.io transforms STEM challenges into dynamic, interactive experiences, allowing third graders to engage in:

✔ STEM Challenges & Digital Engineering Projects
✔ Critical Thinking Through Interactive Simulations
✔ STEM Learning That Encourages Exploration & Innovation
✔ Digital Engineering Design Projects That Support STEM Education

By participating in 3rd-grade engineering activities, students develop engineering problem-solving skills in an engaging, digital way.