Virtual Programs for Your Group:
Want maker activities for kids in your child’s friend group, team, club, school, library, event, or organization – or for the kids of the employees at your workplace? MakerKids runs award-winning programs and delivers them virtually.
All programs are customized according to the group’s needs and interests. We cover topics such as coding, robotics and Minecraft.
Program Details
Multiweek programs, workshops, camps, parties, field trips and more
Multiple start dates
All experience levels welcome
May include:
Arduino
Ardublock
Scratch
Minecraft
LEDs, sensors, and more
At the end of the program, kids will learn technical and soft skills, including design, engineering, coding, problem solving and leadership.
Kids will bring their invention to life. Projects include light shows, digital rovers, video games, apps and night lights. Learn something awesome and make new friends!
Our Background Partnering with Groups and Schools
MakerKids a trusted learning organization leading STEM education, activities and programs for kids and educators. We have been featured on Breakfast Television, Today’s Parent, and named “Best Children’s Workshops” by Toronto Life Magazine. We have been serving schools (e.g. Kingsway College School, Toronto French School, TCDSB) for years in programs and professional development.
If your group is interested in hiring us to run maker activities for kids or adults at your location or ours, let us know! Contact us for our information pack.
The MakerKids Difference
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.
Our virtual classrooms are a safe space for kids to experiment. Our instructors are first aid trained, police checked, go through rigorous training and assist lead instructors before teaching. Our mentors are trained to work with different learning abilities and behavioural issues. Kids work in groups, design on and offscreen and have time for fun improv games.
Learn more about the MakerKids Difference and our approach to learning.
Testimonial:
“Inspired by one of our MakerKids’ clubs, a student in grade 5 and his Dad are building an Arduino controller to remotely turn on the cottage water heater in advance of their arrival. This and other amazing projects have been spreading through Kingsway College School thanks to MakerKids.
It’s never been more exciting to be in education; the learning and creativity through technology, coding, electronics and open-ended making are like rocket fuel for the school experience. But schools need help making this available for all their students, and that’s where MakerKids stepped in at KCS. Their focus on children, their passion for learning through making, and their flexibility in providing solutions for our school have been invaluable in our efforts.
Vast new frontiers for learning are possible by embracing the Maker Movement, but most schools don’t have enough in-house expertise needed to go there. With MakerKids, you’ll have the expertise you need. You’ll be amazed by the potential in your students. MakerKids will help you release it.”
Why Choose MakerKids?
In our kids’ STEM programs, children 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.
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.
MakerKids graduates have started businesses, led classes, been featured on national TV and have shown academic and social improvement in and outside of school.
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!
MakerKids was named “Best Kids’ Workshops” by Toronto Life Magazine. We bring our award-winning programs to groups and schools.
Live Instructors
Our online environment lets your child interact with the instructor much as they would in person. Video conferencing and screen-sharing capabilities allow teachers to work with participants in a group as well as individually.
Individualized Approach
We recognize that each maker learns best at their own pace. Maker-Mentors offer individual support and help with project design and debugging to each maker individually. The video conferencing technology we use allows instructors to view each maker’s work as needed.
Small Group Sizes
Groups have a maximum of 5 students per teacher.
Whether you call it digital, virtual, remote, online, learn from home, or videoconference – participants will learn together in small groups from live teachers!
Contact us today to learn more.
Book a Program for Your Group
All our programs are currently virtual. Pick the location closest to you.Learn more.
