This science and STEM collection for kids includes all kinds of hands-on ways children can explore ramps (or inclined planes), one of the six simple machines. You’ll find all kinds science activities that incorporate play into learning about things like gravity, friction, and more!
Follow our STEM and STEAM Activities Pinterest board!
This post contains affiliate links.
Kids can learn so much about science by just exploring, observing, and playing! This collection of science activities for children focuses on the exploration of ramps or inclined planes. Through play children will have the opportunity to theorize and problem solve- all while having fun!
15 Ramp and Inclined Plane Activities for Kids
Playground Science: Learning about Friction and Ramps with a Slide from Buggy and Buddy
Exploring Ramps and Friction from Pre-K Pages
Playing with Wooden Car Ramps from Buggy and Buddy
Cereal Box Ramps from A Little Pinch of Perfect
Engineering with Ramp Making Materials from Teach Preschool
Apple Gravity Experiment from Little Bins for Little Hands
Rolling Eggs Experiment from Science Sparks
Science Experiments with Momentum from Frugal Fun for Boys and Girls
Explore Ramps with a Homemade Marble Run from Buggy and Buddy
Wooden Inclined Plane and Cart Model
Getting an Apple Up an Inclined Plane from Kid Minds
Marble Run Game Using an Inclined Plane from Preschool Toolkit
Exploring Ramps from Kids Activities Blog
DIY Adjustable Hot Wheels Car Ramp from Frugal Fun for Boys and Girls
Be sure to check out STEAM Kids book and ebook for even more creative STEM and STEAM ideas!