Hands-On Constellation STEM Activity with Geoboards

Hands-On Constellation STEM Activity with Geoboards

Looking for a low-prep, high-engagement activity that blends science and engineering? My Constellation Geoboard STEM Station is the perfect addition to your elementary STEM classroom. Whether you’re teaching a full lesson or running stations, this hands-on activity helps students explore space science in a creative, tactile way.

Let me give you a peek behind the scenes so you can see how it works and how easy it is to bring into your own classroom!

 Constellation STEM Activity: What’s the Challenge?

Students will build constellations using rubber bands and geoboards. They’ll explore real constellations, learn about stars, and make connections through video content and vocabulary support. It’s a great blend of science, technology, and engineering that makes abstract space concepts feel real.

Materials You’ll Need for this Constellation STEM Activity

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To get this STEM station up and running, here’s what you’ll want to have on hand.

These simple materials make it easy to set up a reusable station that students will love rotating through again and again.

How to Set It Up

If you’re using the printable version, here’s all you need to do:

  • Print the constellation cards and place them on binder rings for easy flipping (laminating optional).

  • Print the student checklist and slide it into a page protector. Add dry-erase markers so students can track their progress.

  • Gather rubber bands and geoboards—enough for the number of students at the station.

  • Print or share digitally the key vocabulary words and student reflection pages.

Introduce the Constellation STEM Activity with Video

Kick off the activity with two short videos about stars and constellations. I recommend watching them together as a class and this gives you a few moments to set up the station if you haven’t already.

After each video, students respond using the choice of two student response sheets included in the resource. It’s a great opportunity for discussion, curiosity, and building background knowledge.

To make vocabulary accessible, you can hang the printed words near your station for a visual reference during the hands-on challenge.

Why Teachers Love  this Constellation STEM Activity

Teachers have shared that this activity:

  • Encourages creative, hands-on learning

  • Works well for early finishers or small group rotations

  • Makes abstract astronomy concepts more concrete

  • It’s easy to prep and even easier to manage

Whether you’re running STEM stations, planning for a space unit, or just need a meaningful activity that blends learning and play, this resource has everything ready for you.

Ready to Launch It in Your Own Classroom?

This Constellation STEM Station is available HERE in my Teachers Pay Teachers store. It includes:

  • Printable and digital constellation challenge cards

  • Student checklists and reflection sheets

  • Vocabulary cards with optional audio

  • Video response pages

  • Teacher slides, setup notes and tips

Let me take the prep off your plate—so you can focus on the fun of learning with your students.

👉 Grab it here and make your next STEM station out of this world!

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More About The Author, Naomi Meredith

Naomi Meredith is a K-5 STEM educator and business owner in Colorado supporting elementary teachers world-wide navigate the best practices, strategies and tools out there. With over a decade of experience teaching, 5 years teaching elementary STEM, along with a M.Ed. in STEM Leadership and STEM Certificate, Naomi helps teachers world-wide to navigate best practices, strategies and tools out there.

She offers a variety of tools to help teachers feel successful teaching STEM to their elementary students through lesson plans, online courses, coaching and speaking events.

She truly believes that any teacher out there can learn how to use STEM, innovation and hands-on learning in their classrooms effectively. She can’t wait to connect with you and be your guide!

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