Learn about scientific concepts and cutting-edge research with fun, challenging projects made from everyday stuff!

• New! Programmable Pals and Cardboard Robotics for Teens!
• Amazing Robotics Projects
• Light-Up Paper Inventions
• Light-Up Fabric Wearables
• Professional Development Workshops for Educators
• Special Request Programs

Learn about game design and storytelling while you create a
fun space game based on astronomy and pop culture!

Starship Computer Games

Code a computer game set among the stars using MIT's Scratch software

Intergalactic Board Games

Space-Based Pinball Challenge

Create a cardboard, human-powered pinball game with the PinBox 3000
(full-day electronic option for teens)

Astro Game Controllers for Teens

What kind of programmable controllers could you build for interactive games?

Learn about sensors and switches with soft materials!

Make light-up pins or wristbands
Sewable and no-sew options available

Action origami with LED eyes!

Create decorative circuits on paper!

Choose a project from Robotics or Making Simple Robots like these...

Motorized ArtBots
Create drawings with a "smart body" robot

Gravity-Powered Robot Walkers
Born in the lab, inspired by nature

Robot Hands
Bendable cardboard models that work just like real 3D printed prosthetics for kids

Solar WobbleBots -- For Teens!
Turn old electronics into a robot with a programmable body

Build and Program Soft Robots!

Use free, online Microsoft MakeCode and microcontrollers like the Adafruit Circuit Playground Express or the BBC Micro:bit to create motorized robots with lights, sound, and sensors from cardboard or stuffed animals!

These are half-day or multi-session workshops -- contact Kathy for more details

Design and Code Cardboard Robots

Motorized robots that react to sound!

Make Soft Programmable Pals

Add touch-activated music and lights!

• Learn easy low tech/no tech projects you can do right now
• Get advice about which tools and kits are worth the investment
• Workshops and consulting available

Whether you're planning a dedicated Makerspace or a portable Maker program,
you can introduce kids of any age and interest to
science and engineering concepts.

Thinking of hosting a Mini Maker Faire? I can share my experience as organizer and exhibitor!

**Kathy's Recommended Makerspace Resources**

General Program Info

• Standard workshops run 90 minutes unless noted
• Can accomodate approximately 25 kids or 15 teens
• Materials and travel are included in the program fee
• Kids can keep their individual projects (except for programmable electronics)
  to continue their exploration after the workshop ends!
• Tools, laptops, programmable electronics, and pinball bases
  are provided for use during the program