Maker Mavericks

Advanced STEM Program for Kids

Is your Maker ready to take their skills to the next level?
Maker Mavericks is the ultimate challenge for advanced and curious young creators who are eager to explore the cutting edge of technology and digital innovation. In this program, students dive into industry-leading platforms such as Unreal Engine and Unity for professional-grade game development, Minecraft Modding to reshape their favorite game, and advanced programming with Python and Java to build custom applications, games, and tools. They’ll also explore the world of digital art and animation using Blender 3D, developing skills used by professionals in game design, film, and virtual reality.

This immersive experience is designed to unlock your child’s creativity while preparing them for a future in technology. By working with the same tools used in top tech companies, film studios, and game development teams, students gain valuable experience that can translate into a wide range of future career paths—whether they dream of becoming a software developer, game designer, animator, data scientist, or engineer.

Give your child the opportunity to imagine, build, and innovate with Maker Mavericks—a program where passion meets possibility and future tech leaders begin their journey.

Unreal Engine

Unreal Engine is an industry leading real time rendering game engine that is well known and respected for pushing the boundaries of technology with cutting edge graphical capabilities and innovative in engine tools designed to streamline the game making process. Thanks to its expansive toolbox and impressive capabilities, Unreal Engine is an excellent platform for more than just programmers. Unreal Engine is also an excellent creative outlet for visual artists and other creatives. Whether your maker loves programming, visual arts, sound design, or story telling, Unreal offers a compelling suite of awesome features that caters to each individual interest.

Grades 6-8+

 

Minecraft Modding

Has your child ever wanted MORE from Minecraft? Why can’t I have a crazy overpowered suit of armour? Why isn’t there a biome made of gold? What about a mob even more powerful than a WARDEN?! Minecraft is a fun game to play, and this means it is even more fun to hack. Adding to and editing a game’s files requires an understanding of all the different parts and how they fit together, and this knowledge applies to all types of programs.

Grades 6-8+

 

Coming Soon:

Unity Game Engine, Python Coding, Java Coding, Blender 3D

Grades 6-8+

 

Maker Mavericks

Grades 3-8+

Is your Maker ready for a new challenge? Maker Mavericks introduce students to industry leading platforms like Unreal Engine, Unity, Minecraft Modding, Python Coding, Java Coding, Blender 3d & more. Unleash your childs creativity and prepare for a digital future. These platforms are used in a wide variety of industries, opening doors to a variety of potential career paths.

Why choose MakerKids?

At MakerKids, our curriculum is second to none. It is built by engineers, entrepreneurs, and graduates of the Singularity University program at NASA. We have been named “Best Kids Workshops” and have a curriculum that will redefine your child’s relationship with technology.

Our instructors are among the best. We use a 7-step vetting process. This includes background checks, multiple reference checks, and extensive technology training.

21st Century Skills

Our classes teach kids about teamwork and help to build the confidence they will need to become our future technology leaders.

Technical Skills

Your kids will learn from Highly educated entrepreneurs, instructors and engineers. These professional skills will help them become leaders in their future careers.

Social Skills

Kids learn to make friends and interact with their peers. They also learn how to give and receive feedback.