Teacher Resources
Below you'll find a variety of resources to help you implement Invention Convention. Should you have questions, comments, or are looking for a resource not listed, please don't hesitate to reach out.
Mid-January - registered programs are notified how many finalist(s) may advance.
State Finalist Registration Deadline - Monday, March 23rd, 2026
State Finals at UConn Storrs - Saturday, May 2nd 2026
Our logbook templates are encouraged but not required. The grade levels are suggestions. Feel free to use whichever logbook works best for your inventors, and to modify as needed.
Grades K-2 Logbook - Type-Friendly Version
Grades 3-5 Logbook - Type-Friendly Version
Grades 6+ Logbook - Type-Friendly Version
This rubric closely reflects the National Invention Convention rubric, including all elements of the invention process.
When finalists register, they are typically asked to choose a category that best fits their invention. Many inventions can fall under multiple categories. Invention category does not affect general judging, but rather is used to help some of our sponsor and specialty awards judges identify various types of projects. The categories are listed below. For a list and descriptions of specialty awards typically included in our state finals, please visit our state finals page.
- Agriculture and Food
- Animal Care and Pets
- Consumer Goods and Fashion
- Earth and Sustainability
- Education (Technology, Systems, Tools, Hardware)
- Energy
- Health and Medical
- Home Organization and Appliances
- Manufacturing and Tools
- Safety
- Sports, Games, and Toys
- Transportation
Documents for parents to help communicate about the program (English and Spanish versions).
Parent Communications Documents
Kid Inventors Break Down their Greatest Inventions
Invention Tips from the creators of Ornament Anchor
Invention Dimension Video Series from STEMIE Coalition
Inventing for Long Island Sound Videos - these short videos discuss topics related to Long Island Sound that can be used as inspiration for marine and ecology focused inventions.
The following resources can be used to help judge your school-based events. Feel free to use your own scoring system or method as well. Please make your own copies of the resources below to modify as needed.
A simpler score sheet that can be used for school events if you do not want to use the full rubric.
Recognition Certificates - please go to file, then select "make your own copy" and then duplicate the page as needed - These certificates can be personalized and printed for your program participants.
Certificate Template - Connecticut
Video Guidelines - Finalists Only
Display Board Guidelines - Spanish
Recognition Certificates - please go to file, make your own copy, and duplicate the page as needed - These certificates can be personalized and printed for your program participants.
Recognition Certificate Template - Connecticut
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