Boing Boing has a great article on the importance of self directed play. Neuroscience research has been uncovering the importance of exploring your own...
by Jenn | Jan 12, 2013 | MakerKids | 0 Comments
Every Friday after school until 8pm we open the shop up to kids who want to drop by - adults too, as long as they're supervised by a kid. It's pay what...
by Jenn | Dec 6, 2012 | MakerKids | 1 Comment
Hey there Makers!
Do you have a project that you just can't build in your kitchen? Maybe you need access to a table saw, a drill press, or even a 3-D...
by Jenn | Dec 5, 2012 | MakerKids | 0 Comments
We're getting down to the wire here at Maker Kids. With only 2 weeks left before presentations, things are getting exciting.
by Jenn | Dec 3, 2012 | MakerKids | 0 Comments
We are having a 3 hour 3D design and printing workshop on Saturday Dec 15th at 11am. Online registration is active, you can sign up now!
During this class...
by Jenn | Nov 27, 2012 | MakerKids | 2 Comments
Here at Maker Kids, our philosophy is that the kids need to be 100% involved in every aspect of the project that they choose to realize. From planning...
by Jenn | Nov 22, 2012 | MakerKids | 0 Comments
Howdy maker fans!
It's week 6 here at Maker Kids and we're taking a break from our projects to make some ice cream with liquid nitrogen and dry ice.
by Jenn | Nov 17, 2012 | MakerKids | 2 Comments
It's week 5 of our program at Maker Kids and now that we've worked out the bugs in our designs and chosen our materials, we're making some good headway on...
by Jenn | Nov 6, 2012 | MakerKids | 2 Comments
It's week 4 at Maker Kids and the projects are under way! Our theme is Food fight, and we have a lot of really cool ideas taking shape. This week...