Test Classroom

In this workshop, Makers will learn about recycling and the science behind paper. They will compile paper scraps and convert them into a malleable pulp which they will then form into a bookmark. Once they have mastered the pulp process, they will also incorporate seeds into the pulp and mold their pulp into shapes that will become seed pods that can be planted or gifted.  These workshops will give Makers hands-on experience in understanding the various forms that paper can take. They will participate in a practical recycling project that demonstrates how used material can be reused in different ways. The kit provides enough supplies to create endless amounts of paper seed pods - just supply the paper! The curriculum covers the importance of recycling and the impact it can have on our world. It also reviews some basic planting techniques, prompts students to think about where we see recycling in other areas, and introduces some cool facts related to recycling. There are extension activities for additional learning. Main Vocab Words: Recycling, Pulp  Each kit is designed for one student over 2, one-hour classes.  Subject: BiologyAges: 4-10 KITS ARE SOLD SEPARATELY. Be sure to also add one kit for each child to your cart.

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Gears are among the best STEM learning toys for young children to use to encourage creative problem-solving, spark recognition and understanding of cause and effect, and so much more...all things that young engineers need to learn! In this Workshop, Makers will manipulate gears, observe how they interlock, learn about torque and how it is used to turn gears, and arrange the gears on their board to make an interactive display. They will explore how simple machines like the wheel and axle in the gear mechanism illustrate leverage. Makers will see how the difference in size changes the way the gear train works, either generating more force, or more speed. They will apply math concepts to what they have observed with ratios. And finally, Makers will examine how these concepts apply to real life, as they identify gears and simple or complex machines in their environments.  The curriculum contains facilitator instructions, discussion questions, vocabulary words, history and uses of gears, extended discussions, and other activities. Main Vocab Words: Simple Machines, Gears  Each kit is designed for one student over 2, one-hour classes.  Subject: TechnologyAges: 4-10 KITS ARE SOLD SEPARATELY. Be sure to also add one kit for each child to your cart.

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In this workshop, Makers will learn about chemical reactions and the viscosity of a fluid. Makers will practice following a recipe and observing how the various ingredients affect their compound. They will use their hands to measure, mix, and knead, creating scented cloud putty. They will design, develop, and manufacture their own unique Cloud Putty while observing the chemical reaction as the mixture transforms from a liquid to a non-Newtonian fluid. Using our Kitoodle scents and colors, Makers will explore a variety of ways to make their products unique. Through this workshop, they will hone their entrepreneurial skills explore the process of planning, creating, and modifying an item, and then packaging the finished product that can be used or shared. The curriculum provides lessons in basic chemistry, including liquids, solids, chemical reactions, and viscosity. There are additional fun facts, discussion questions, and extension activities.Main Vocab Word: Viscosity Each kit is designed for one student over 2, one-hour classes.  Subject: ChemistryAges: 3-10 KITS ARE SOLD SEPARATELY. Be sure to also add one kit for each student.

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This Workshop is STUFFED with learning! Makers will research bear-themed literature for inspiration, and then imagine and write their own story. They will design this character, to create a beloved plush teddy bear, the character of their story brought to life. Makers will learn all about the process of manufacturing. They will compare and contrast artisan manufacturing with industrial manufacturing, and get a taste of what a teddy bear factory is like! Makers will explore the history of manufacturing and how it has benefited society, and then they will manufacture their very own teddy bear! They will perform Quality Control by making sure their product meets all regulatory snuggle standards. By the end of this workshop, our young authors/budding entrepreneurs will be equipped to market their product, a lovable plush bear with an engaging backstory...but if they choose to keep it instead, we wouldn’t blame them! The teddy bears are pretty cute!  The curriculum provides educational videos, including a visit to the bear factory where the skins were produced.  It also contains step-by-step instructions on how to ladder stitch. And there are fun facts about teddy bears and a curated list of bear stories for various ages to inspire Makers to imagine their own bear tale!  Main Vocab Word: Manufacturing Each kit is designed for one student over 2, one-hour classes.  Subject: Engineering/ManufacturingAges: 3-10 KITS ARE SOLD SEPARATELY. Be sure to also add one kit for each student.

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This workshop brings colorful elements and varied textures from the natural world into the hands of our Creators. Giving Makers the opportunity to hold, manipulate, arrange, and design elements to create something beautiful will develop in them an appreciation for nature. We want to encourage students to have a sensitivity to the natural elements, which are readily accessible around them and are excellent for fostering curiosity and wonder. Additionally, by interacting with nature, students can recognize the positive feelings they experience (biophilia effect). The Moss Wall display will be an excellent reminder of nature’s beauty and the role students can play in bringing this beauty to the forefront for others to appreciate. The curriculum provides discussion points related to moss and plantscaping in various settings. It covers the biology of living moss, and related vocabulary words, and introduces the Design Process.  The procedures for designing and assembling these beautiful pieces of natural art are outlined in the guide. Also included are inspirational photos. There are additional discussion and extension activities to expand the learning beyond the workshop. The learning is all hands-on, allowing students to experience the biology education.Vocab words: Biophilia Effect, Plantscape Each kit is designed for one student over 2, one-hour classes.  Subject: BIOLOGYAges: 3-10 KITS ARE SOLD SEPARATELY. Be sure to also add one kit for each child to your cart.

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In this workshop, Makers will learn about tinkering, building and engineering using PVC pipes.     Creators will learn about PVC and a brief history of its use in manufacturing. They will Tinker with the materials, imagining fantastic creations as they familiarize themselves with the various fittings. Creators will Build a form with their pipes, using the included idea sheet as a guide. Finally, they will use their pipes to Engineer a fully functioning Air Propulsion Launcher! Afterwards, Creators explore the topic of physics, as they figure out how to make their marshmallows fly! They will learn all about Propulsion as they launch various projectiles to see what materials fly the farthest. This workshop is a fun exploration of Engineering!   Main Vocab Words: Tinker, Build, Engineer Each kit is designed for one student over 2, one-hour classes.  Subject: EngineeringAges: 4-10 KITS ARE SOLD SEPARATELY. Be sure to also add one kit for each child to your cart.

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