About the Mini-Makers for Kids Program
At MakerKids, we believe children can start to learn about STEM topics at a young age. But, we know they have to be age-appropriate so that they don’t get frustrated.
Mini-Makers is specifically designed for kids in grades 1-2, while our other programs are suited for children in grades 3-8. We enjoy providing these classes to children in these grades because it allows them to see what STEM is and how it’s a part of their everyday lives, even at their young age.
Key activities in our Mini Makers program for kids:
Design a video game
Create robotic inventions
Explore the 3D design world of Minecraft
Design and Experiment
Why choose MakerKids?
Choosing MakerKids as a way to introduce your children to STEM is the best idea because of the experience we have in the field. For starters, we have an award-winning curriculum that is second to none. Your child will experience a curriculum built by engineers, entrepreneurs, and graduates of the Singularity University program at NASA. We have also been named “Best Kids Workshops”.
Besides our excellent programs, you can also count on MakerKids to have the best instructors in the business. 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 NASA-educated entrepreneurs, teachers, and engineers. They will teach them valuable skills they will build on their entire lives.
Social Skills
Kids learn to make friends and interact with their peers. They also learn how to give and receive feedback.
MakerKids Success Stories
12 year old Serena joined the MakerKids after-school coding classes for kids and four weeks later, used wearable technology to program a hat that lights up, and published a tutorial about it in OWL Kids magazine!
After taking a MakerKids Robotics class, 10 year old Alex started his own business repairing neighbours’ audio equipment. He also makes and sells audio speakers to his neighbors. This surely didn’t go unnoticed, and Alex’s success was covered on national television. Imagine what Alex’s career possibilities could be.
<p>12 year old Leif, who says “coming to MakerKids is like Christmas every day!” built an underwater robot and was featured on Breakfast TV and published in OWL Kids magazine</p>
After taking a MakerKids Robotics program for kids, Artash built an autonomous rover that can transmit data wirelessly to the NASA Space Apps competition – and won the NASA nominations People’s Choice Awards. Imagine the impact Artash can have on the world and his future career prospects.
After taking the robotics program at MakerKids, Sienna built a “Bob the Blob” robot and presented her project ast the TIFF Digiplayspace exhibition which was featured on national TV. Imagine what she can do when she grows up!
After starting classes with MakerKids, Goran started teaching kids at his school about electronics! Goran loves airplanes so he designed an entire airport on Minecraft and is now in the process of building a robotic airplane.
After starting classes with MakerKids, 11 year old Max started teaching kids at his school about coding. Max taught a Scratch coding class to a class of over 60 kids. When he grows up, Max wants to be an engineer, a doctor or an orthodontist. Time will tell what great accomplishments Max will have when he grows up.
Mini Makers Classes Pricing
All classes are VIRTUAL (learn from home) and taught by live instructors.
Select the location nearest to you to ensure you are enrolled with a MakerKids community near you.
Grades 1-2
Month-to-month
- Flexibility of month-to-month payments
- 4 1-hr team sessions per month
- 5:1 student to instructor ratio
3-month plan
- 3-month minimum commitment
- 4 1-hr team sessions per month
- 5:1 student to instructor ratio
6-month plan
- 6-month minimum commitment
- 4 1-hr team sessions per month
- 5:1 student to instructor ratio
9-month plan
- Our best deal! 9-month minimum commitment
- 4 1-hr team sessions per month
- 5:1 student to instructor ratio
Private
- Ideal for students who thrive in 1:1 settings, with classes tailored to their needs
- 1:1 class with a dedicated, recurring instructor
- 60-minute session
5-Day Camp
- 2 hours x 5 days
- Secure, virtual classrooms
- Breaks and games
4-Day Camp
- 2 hours x 4 days
- Secure, virtual classrooms
- Breaks and games
PA Days
- 2 hours of fun
- Secure, virtual classrooms
- Breaks and games
Virtual Party (2 hours)
- Kids create their own invention from start to finish!
- Learning new skills while having fun
- Hands-on experience
- Grades 1-8
Custom Program, Camp or Party
- Choose between our topics, or inquire about other topics
- Secure, virtual classrooms
- Pick time(s) that work for you and your group
- Quality learning time
