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April 2020
The Martian Explorations with Doctor Sparks
A live-streaming role-playing game for kids aged 6-11 with riddles, mysteries, and problem solving. Three kids play the roles of Martian Squirrel, Martian Mouse, and Martian Mole as they set out to solve mysteries and right wrongs. It's a live-streamed role-playing game with an emphasis on nonviolence solutions, riddles, problem solving, and empathy. The game is led by nationally touring storyteller and children's educator Doctor Sparks, and the story the group creates together is brought to life on the fly…
Find out more »Quick and Easy Boomerang – Live Making
Make the 3 Wing Worldwide Boomerang The 3 Wing Worldwide Boomerang was developed by the Science Toy Maker and will be presented by two 3 wing boomerang enthusiasts Rachel and Mike. Rachel Garrett is involved in various engineering and science clubs and competitions including VEX Robotics. She is currently a high school senior and plans to major in Aerospace Engineering next year. Rachel will be joined by our very own Mike Senese, Executive Editor of Make: Magazine. See the live…
Find out more »CodeJoy Presents: Bug Bites with Adam Lazarus
Mechanical Legs Join Kelsey Derringer from CodeJoy to meet scientist, teacher, and former PBS show host Adam Lazarus to investigate the insect world. We will create mechanical versions of the things we find using craft supplies and common household items! Part make-and-take webinar, part crafting class, part interview, this class is a blast for anyone! Materials list: Cardboard box (corrugated or chipboard, cereal boxes are great!) 1-2 rubber bands 2 paper clips String Straws Pipe cleaner or twist tie Scissors;…
Find out more »Maker Parent Happy 1/2 Hour – Maker Moms
This week on Maker Parent Happy Hour we celebrate the original makers - moms! Join this group of creative, talented women to talk about what they love to make, the challenges of making with and without kids, and the things that get them motivated to make as a family.
Join in the conversation about how making, doing, building together (successes and failures) creates meaningful experiences.
Find out more »Do-It-Together Family Maker Camp T-Shirt
D.I.T. Family Maker Camp T-shirts with Fearless Maker Camp Leader, Sandy Roberts During this session we will premier the Make a Family Maker Camp T-shirt how-to video covering two simple shirt making techniques followed by a live Q&A session with Sandy Roberts. We will apply a homemade stencil to your shirt and decorate it using either permanent markers or acrylic paint and some creative ways to use those materials to make fabric spray paint, spin art shirts, and other crazy…
Find out more »CodeJoy Presents: Bug Bites II with Adam Lazarus
See video here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LzksJN9NjtE Mechanical Wings Join Kelsey Derringer from CodeJoy to meet scientist, teacher, and former PBS show host Adam Lazarus to investigate the insect world. We will create mechanical versions of the things we find using craft supplies and common household items! Part make-and-take webinar, part crafting class, part interview, this class is a blast for anyone! Materials list: Cardboard scraps TP tube String Tape Scissors Popsicle stick Markers Paper Optional: Other decorating supplies Register to join the…
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Mario the Maker Magician Live
MARIO the MAKER MAGICIAN #maketogether In this week's DIY magic maker session Mario will teach “The Card Machine”. Materials needed: envelope pencil crayons playing cards several rubber bands See more of Mario the Maker Magician https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=19lKuPQPDb8
Find out more »The Martian Explorations with Doctor Sparks
A live-streaming role-playing game for kids aged 6-11 with riddles, mysteries, and problem solving. In Episode 2: The Astronomer's Tower of The Martian Explorations, three kids play the roles of Martian Squirrel, Martian Mouse, and Martian Mole as they set out to save the town of Red Pebble. It’s a live-streamed role-playing game with an emphasis on nonviolence solutions, riddles, problem solving, and empathy. The game is led by nationally touring storyteller and children’s educator Doctor Sparks, and the choices…
Find out more »Do It Together Up Cycled Garden
DIT Gardening Let's get growing by planting our own garden! Use common household materials to start seeds, discover ways to get a second harvest from vegetables, enjoy tasty sprouts, and learn the basics of hydroponics. With a little creativity and know-how you can start your own Victory Garden indoors or out. Watch the video premier then attend the LIVE Q&A on the Family Maker Camp FB page. Materials: Newspaper or non-glossy sales flyers Small can, roughly 6-ounces (unopened is fine)…
Find out more »CodeJoy Presents: Making Pop Up Books
Pop Out Mouths and Moving Eyes Join Kelsey Derringer from CodeJoy to meet artist, librarian, and maker Cecilia Hillway to investigate the construction of pop up books. Then, we’ll make our own using paper, scissors, and tape! Part make-and-take webinar, part crafting class, part interview, this class is a blast for anyone! Materials list: Paper (thick paper like cardstock is ideal) Scissors; or cutting blade and cutting mat Tape Optional: Other decorating supplies Register to join the Zoom meeting on…
Find out more »CodeJoy Presents: Making Pop Up Books
Tab Pull Mechanisms Join Kelsey Derringer from CodeJoy to meet artist, librarian, and maker Cecilia Hillway to investigate the construction of pop up books. Then, we’ll make our own using paper, scissors, and tape! Part make-and-take webinar, part crafting class, part interview, this class is a blast for anyone! Materials list: Paper (thick paper like cardstock is ideal) Scissors; or cutting blade and cutting mat Tape Optional: Other decorating supplies Register to join the Zoom meeting on the CodeJoy site…
Find out more »Maker Parent Happy Hour – Meet the Hosts
Family Maker Camp has had some extraordinary hosts in this first month. Meet these performers, educators, and creators and hear their stories. Join the conversation and find out from the experts how best to make learning fun, how to make something from nothing, and how to let the kids lead as you #maketogether. Join via Zoom for the chance to be a part of the live discussion too or watch and comment LIVE on the Family Maker Camp FB page.…
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