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Summer Youth: Robot Critters (Ages 10-14)

Combine art and technology to make critters (real or imagined) out of common materials like cardboard, paint, and paper and bring them to life through coding, motors, sensors, and a variety of electronic components.

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Summer Youth: Robot Critters (Ages 10-14)

Summer Youth: Robot Critters (Ages 10-14)

Combine art and technology to make critters (real or imagined) out of common materials like cardboard, paint, and paper and bring them to life through coding, motors, sensors, and a variety of electronic components.

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  • Member Registration
    $ 294.00
  • Guest Registration
    $ 365.00
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Use things like cardboard, paint, and paper to create critters (real or imagined) and then use coding, motors, sensors, and a variety of electronic components to give them life.

You'll use robotics kits micro:bit and Hummingbird Bit — and explore the different components, how to use them, and code them using a block-coding app called BirdBlox. Then you'll learn different cardboard building techniques and mechanisms that can be used for your creations. 

Families will be invited to enjoy sharing time during the last 20 minutes of the class on the final day to view and take photos and videos of student creations.

Details

  • Designed for ages 10-14.
  • Skill level: Beginner. This is an introductory class. Prior coding or building experience is optional. 
  • Bring water and a snack.
  • Registration closes Monday, July 13.
  • To keep costs down, the robotic kits will be available during class and returned to the instructor at the end of the class. 

Details

A $10 materials fee, included in the price of the class, covers everything you'll need.

Class Policies

Ages 10-14 are welcome.

Instructor
Cecilia Olivera-Hillway

Cecilia Olivera-Hillway is an artist and maker who loves combining art and technology. Her career in education has included positions like Educational Technology Specialist and Maker Space Associate. Her work with electronics has been featured on the Make: website and their YouTube channel, won awards at Instructables.com, and been featured on the DesignSpark website. You can visit her website at: www.cohillway.com

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