Tinkering with Kids โ Get in It for the Long Haul
Why do we educators do it? Itโs fun enough tinkering around with projects on our own, so why must we bang our heads trying to involve a pack of screaming kids from the neighborhood?
Education
Maker Education is such a valuable role. These stories will bring you the latest information and tales of maker educators who area spreading the maker mindset. Help others learn how to make things or how to think like a maker at makerspaces, schools, universities, and local communities. The importance of maker education can not be understated. We appreciate our educators.
Vancouver Mini Maker Faire: The Greenest of All?
How do you mobilize a community to go green?
Origami Microscope for Just 50 Cents
The Foldscope is a disposable paper microscope that uses tiny spherical lenses. And it costs 50 cents.
3D, Video Game-Inspired, Comic Book Board Game
Like any invention, there is a personal story behind its creation and a dream that extends well beyond its exposure to the world.
Web Series from an Eccentric Family of Robot Makers
The Siegels live a somewhat isolated life, living and running their business developing robotic and educational exhibits for museums from an abandoned school building they purchased. They conduct humanitarian research and development into robotic adaptive technology and environmental, energy conservation and alternative energy technologies. Basically, they are out to make the world a better, more accessible place for everyone.
Projects with Ryan Slaugh: Building a Raspberry Pi Pinewood Derby Race System
Raspberry Pi and Raspberry Pi Alamode join forces to control a Pinewood Derby race track.
Combining Cardboard Ridiculousness with Novice Engineering Fun
Part Segway, part skateboard, and part scooter, the recreational mobile concept Nunee New is secured solely by construction glue.
