Project Daffodil is a fun project that mixes pop-up books and electronics, with the goal of getting girls into STEM. Their initial project follows a young princess named Cassie who has to complete various tasks along with her pet dragon to restore light to her castle. This isn’t just your typical pop-up book. There are […]
The praying mantis is truly a wonder of nature. The iconic stance and shape are known worldwide, usually causing people to take a moment to admire the mantis when it is spotted. Its predatory habits have been subject to studies both scientific and artistic for hundreds of years. Imagine for a moment though, that you […]
Two universals: People love robots, and people love pancakes. And thanks to a Maker Faire regular, you will soon be able to own the clever machine that combines these two beloved elements into one perfect gadget. Behold PancakeBot, the automated, custom flapjack-making assistant. The origins of PancakeBot, which finishes its Kickstarter campaign this week, are adorable […]
Project U.S.E.’s Boatbuilding Program is an educational adventure. Middle and high school students work together to measure, cut, and build a 16’ wooden canoe (or comparable vessel). Through the course of 12 weeks, they connect their experience with academic learning and explore the history, science, math, and art behind boat building. The program culminates in […]
The contest isn’t over, and the makers who are participating need your help.
Water is integral to the lives of human beings. There’s no arguing that fact. We’re composed mainly of water, and if you’ve ever visited the desert, you know just how quickly that fact becomes apparent. The Aquatrope is part locomotion, part sculpture, and tells a story of life and water. Created to explore how intertwined […]
Whether you’re a young maker yourself or the parent of one, I’m sure you’re just as excited about Maker Faire as we are. While we invite people of all ages to roam throughout the Faire, you’ll definitely want to check out the plethora of exhibits specifically aimed at young makers. Here are 10 exhibits that […]
