Try a Coding, Robotics, or Minecraft Class!
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Try one or more Coding, Robotics and Minecraft classes for only $20
Ages 8-12
If you’re a kid and a maker (or have the maker spirit!), join us
Details: Trial classes are 2 hours long and are held at 2451 Bloor St. West, Toronto. We have classes in Robotics, Coding and Minecraft. You may try one or more classes.
Our next trial classes are September 5-17, 2017.
Program Details
Program Info
Ages 8-12
2 hours
After school and weekends
All experience levels welcome
Hardware + Software
May include:
Arduino
Scratch
Minecraft
LEDs, sensors, and more
What will kids learn?
At the end of the program, kids will learn technical and soft skills, including: robotics, design, engineering, coding, problem solving and leadership.
What do kids make?
Kids will bring their invention to life. Projects include video games, apps, alarms and night lights. Learn something awesome and make new friends!
What is MakerKids?
We provide STEM education for kids, and we run programs, camps and parties on topics like Coding, Minecraft, Video Game Programming with Scratch, Robotics Inventions using Arduino. We have worked with schools across Toronto and have consulted on curriculum for Intel!
Our goal is to help kids ages 8-12 move from being consumers to creators. Our programs focus, not just on technical skills, but soft skills as well. We teach collaboration, conflict resolution, confidence and effective communication. Minecraft is a great and fun medium for kids to learn about servers, mods and also communication skills as they work with others. In our robotics programs, we work with Arduinos, which are used by industry professionals and are great for prototyping, like the the Square reader! We can’t forget the power of coding. Code is everywhere, from phone apps to real world objects. Kids learn advanced computer skills, logic, and inventiveness.
It is important to teach kids these topics early on as they build their interests and can give them a strong head start, so that they may change the world and lead fulfilling careers.
The MakerKids Difference
Great Instructors
Our instructors are highly trained and come from various backgrounds, including engineering, theatre, music and design. They have worked at City of Toronto, P&G and YMCA. CEO, Jennifer Turliuk, attended the Graduate Studies Program at NASA’s Singularity University and business school at Queen’s University.
Leading Edge Technology
We use leading edge technology used by industry professionals. We use Arduinos, which was used to prototype the Square Reader, in our robotics programs. Kids will work with real coding languages, wires, LEDs and more to create their robotic inventions.
Space to Experiment
Our
My boys flourish here and look forward to it every week. They show social skills improvement and more confidence since coming to MakerKids and finding their “tribe.” Happy children make me a happy and grateful mom. Thanks MakerKids for creating programs for my quirky, “outside the box thinking” boys.
TammyI love that the kids take the lead on their projects and learn how to achieve their goals Absolutely the kind of things my kids are interested in exploring in a guided setting!
This MakerKids Graduate learned key sound, robotics and design concepts and now runs his own business fixing stereo equipment in his neighbourhood!
Sample Class
| 4:00-4:10 | Welcome to MakerKids and ice breakers |
| 4:10-4:50 | Topic Discovery Instructors will guide students through key functions while kids try it themselves and collaborate |
| 4:50-5:00 | Break Kids can have their snacks, play games and explore our Inspiration Station |
| 5:00-5:40 | Let’s get Making! Kids will experiment and create their own project and invention from the lesson |
| 5:40-5:45 | Clean up |
| 5:45-5:55 | Show and tell See the work the kids have created! |
Tuition Includes
- All materials for activities
- Laptops to use
- Experienced instructors
- One-on-one coaching
Discover what MakerKids is all about. In this intro class, kids will learn what it is to be a maker. Kids may create
Try coding, robotics or Minecraft!
$20. Space is limited (8 kids/class)
Why Choose MakerKids?
21st Century Skills
In our kids' STEM programs, your child will learn a wide variety of skills, not just tech skills. Social and emotional competencies: A) confidence B) social skills and C) engagement. Technical skills: A) coding, B) design, and C) electronics.
Advanced Curriculum
We’ve developed curriculum for Intel and trained staff from the Toronto Public Library and various school boards. Programs are designed and created by industry professionals and makers.
Real Results
MakerKids graduates have started businesses, led classes, been featured on national TV and have shown academic and social improvement in and outside of school.
Mental Health Improvements
Parents and schools have reported improvements in mental health, behaviour and learning development. Students have overcome issues like aggression, stress and anxiety. Your child can find their tribe at MakerKids!
Experience
MakerKids was named “Best Kids’ Workshops” by Toronto Life Magazine. We run programs at schools throughout the GTA, such as Toronto French School, Kingsway College, and more.