Creative Engineering (Grades 4-8)
Dates: June 24th - 28th, 2024
Time: 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Citizen Invention Classroom, 500 Post Rd E, 2nd Floor, Westport (Near Trader Joe's)
Immerse yourself in the world of creative engineering with the littleBits Code Kit and an extensive selection of electronic input and output modules from the littleBits Pro Library. Each day introduces a new design theme, ranging from sports and musical instruments to superhero gadgets and playful thief alarm and pranking devices. Participants will conceptualize, prototype, and beta test their inventions, refining their designs with peer feedback. Learners will gain a deeper understanding of engineering and coding principles while bringing their unique inventions to life, demonstrating the endless potential of creative engineering.
Touch-Activated Inventions (Grades 4-8)
Dates: July 29th - August 1st, 2024
Time: 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Citizen Invention Classroom, 500 Post Rd E, 2nd Floor, Westport (Near Trader Joe's)
Imagine a world where plants communicate, floor surfaces transform into piano keys, playdough serves as your game controller, and your sketches come to life with music. Join us to bring these touch-activated marvels into existence! Our inventive STEM program will guide you through the wonders of touch-sensitive electronic boards, empowering you to craft original musical instruments, interactive art, and enchanting game controllers. Embracing the principles of design thinking and game design, we'll unite to transform our classroom into a dynamic playroom gallery — a space where creativity knows no bounds.