Encourage hands-on learning and problem-solving with our exciting 100 Days of School: 100 Seconds Challenge Task Cards! Designed to engage students in science, technology, engineering and maths, these 100-themed challenges inspire creativity, critical thinking and teamwork. They’re the perfect way to add energy and fun to your 100th day of school celebrations!

Students will race against the clock, completing fun STEM-based challenges in 100 seconds or less. From stacking cups to moving ping pong balls and balancing coins, these tasks develop fine motor skills, foster resilience, and encourage collaborative problem-solving. The challenges can be set up as engaging stations, allowing students to rotate and try a variety of activities.

100 Days of School: 100 Seconds Challenge Task Cards are ideal for whole-class use, small group rotations, or even as a special 100th day STEM challenge afternoon. They promote teamwork, perseverance and a growth mindset while ensuring that learning is both fun and memorable!

Key Learning Outcomes:

• ✅ Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• ✅ Encourage creativity and innovation
• ✅ Build teamwork and collaborative learning
• ✅ Strengthen fine motor skills through hands-on challenges
• ✅ Promote resilience and a positive attitude towards challenge-based learning

What’s Included:

• 100 Days of School: 100 Seconds Challenge Task Cards (printable on thick cardstock for durability)
• 10 engaging STEM challenge tasks to choose from

Materials Needed:

• Printed 100 Seconds Challenge Task Cards
• Common classroom materials, including: - Cups - Cardboard - Balloons - Coins - Dice - Rice (white and coloured) - Chopsticks - Ping pong balls - Forks - Golf tees - Hex nuts - Skewers - Tweezers - Squirt gun - Paddle pop sticks
• Mini whiteboards (optional, for recording results)

How to Use:

1. Print the task cards on thick cardstock and cut them out in preparation for the activity.
2. Gather and organise the required materials. Set up individual stations for each challenge card.
3. Introduce the activity to the class, explaining the 100-second time limit for each task.
4. Students rotate through the stations, completing as many of the challenges as possible within the time limit.
5. Encourage students to collaborate, refine their techniques, and support one another as they work through the challenges.

Ideas for Classroom Use:

• 💡 Set up a clearly labelled challenge station with all necessary materials to help students stay organised and focused.
• 💡 Encourage teamwork by allowing students to discuss strategies and help each other improve their techniques.
• 💡 Provide mini whiteboards so students can record their results and track their personal bests.
• 💡 Rotate stations in small groups to maximise participation and maintain engagement throughout the activity.

Top Teacher Tips:

• 💛 Model each challenge before students begin to ensure they understand the task requirements and rules.
• 💛 Adapt challenges to suit different ability levels by modifying time constraints or adding new elements.
• 💛 Use a visual timer to help students manage the 100-second limit and stay motivated during each task.
• 💛 Incorporate reflection time at the end of the session, allowing students to discuss what they learned and which challenges they enjoyed most.

100 Days of School: 100 Seconds Challenge Task Cards are a fantastic way to encourage collaboration, critical thinking and hands-on learning. They make your 100th day of school celebrations both fun and memorable while providing rich opportunities for STEM exploration.

Be sure to check out our other 100 Days of School resources.