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October 2021
Planet Ice: Mysteries of the Ice Ages
Explore more than 80,000 years of Earth’s history Grab your heaviest parka and prepare for a chilly journey through time with Planet Ice: Mysteries of the Ice Ages! Learn about the important role ice has played in Earth’s history as you explore lost lands, learn about animal adaptations and uncover geographical features formed by glaciers. This exciting exhibition produced by the Canadian Museum of Nature…
Find out more »Mad Science After-School Program
Our after-school programs ensure that kids have access to fun and educational STEM programs while at home. We strive to provide not only an awesome experience, but content that can also be self-guided by students to offer parents a much needed break from the rigorous requirements of managing their child's learning. All materials provided are safe, fun and designed to create a memorable experience. A…
Find out more »DIY Battle Bots: Tank Edition (Grade 5-8)
Design, build, and program a remote-controlled tank powerful enough to battle other robots! Students will learn how to assemble and swap out accessories to customize how their robot battles. Our DIY battle bots are powered by an Arduino microcontroller and custom 3D printed parts. May the best robot win! DIY Battle Bots teaches the fundamentals of electricity & circuits, programming, and fabrication, serving as an…
Find out more »Tesla Crate – Lily Edition (Gr. 1 & 2)
Science, Tech, Engineering, Art and Math projects, all in one box! Each crate contains five different STEAM project kits inside. Complete a new project every day while learning from our instructors online. Projects based on the Grade 1-2 Ontario Science curriculum. Some projects in the Lily Edition include: a balloon cannon shooting range, a beyblade, and a plinko game! Dates available for the course are…
Find out more »Create N Code: Smart House (Gr. 2 & 3)
Learn about coding and building electronic projects in a beginner-friendly environment. Throughout the course, students will build their own “smart” house and wire it up to a mini-computer that they can code to open a skylight, make fun sounds and even light their name upon an LED display. Their projects will be built around the Micro:bit system, a beginner-friendly circuit board that can be programmed…
Find out more »CNC: Mars Mission Part I – Habitat (Grade 4-6)
Come join us on a Mars Mission and learn all about circuit-building and programming in a beginner-friendly environment! Students use hand tools and circuits to build an electronically-controlled Mars Habitat with a rotating solar panel and airlock doors. Price includes $50 material fee. Option 1: Saturdays from 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM ET (Oct 9 – Dec 11) Option 2: Saturdays from 12:45 PM –…
Find out more »CNC: Mars Mission Part I – Habitat (Grade 7 & 8)
Come join us on a Mars Mission and learn all about circuit-building and programming in a beginner-friendly environment! Students use hand tools and circuits to build an electronically-controlled Mars Habitat with a rotating solar panel and airlock doors. Price includes $50 material fee. Option 1: Saturdays from 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM ET (Oct 9 – Dec 11) Option 2: Saturdays from 12:45 PM –…
Find out more »CNC: Mars Mission Part II – Growing Pod (Gr. 4-6)
Building on the coding concepts and circuit-building skills students acquired in Create 'N’ Code: Mars Mission Part I, this course will teach students about the real-life applications of using sensors and electronics. Students will learn about the science and engineering concepts behind space exploration by growing their own plants in Martian simulated soil, building a growing pod attachment to their Mars Habitats, and coding the…
Find out more »CNC: Mars Mission Part II – Growing Pod (Gr. 7 & 8)
Building on the coding concepts and circuit-building skills students acquired in Create 'N’ Code: Mars Mission Part I, this course will teach students about the real-life applications of using sensors and electronics. Students will learn about the science and engineering concepts behind space exploration by growing their own plants in Martian simulated soil, building a growing pod attachment to their Mars Habitats, and coding the…
Find out more »Create N Code: Mars Mission Part III – Rover (Gr. 4-6)
Building on the coding concepts students acquired in Create ‘N’ Code: Mars Mission Parts I & II, this course will teach students about the applications of electronics to drive motors and create communication systems. Students will learn about the engineering concepts behind space exploration and wireless communication by building their own Mars Rover, and controlling it remotely by coding their own transmitters and receivers with…
Find out more »Create N Code: Mars Mission Part III – Rover (Gr. 7 & 8)
Building on the coding concepts students acquired in Create ‘N’ Code: Mars Mission Parts I & II, this course will teach students about the applications of electronics to drive motors and create communication systems. Students will learn about the engineering concepts behind space exploration and wireless communication by building their own Mars Rover, and controlling it remotely by coding their own transmitters and receivers with…
Find out more »Tiny Homes (Gr. 5-8)
Learn about architecture & design while building your dream tiny home! Students will learn how to create architectural scale models using 3D design software (SketchUp) and bring the design to life with our Tiny Home kit. They will also learn about furniture design while assembling 1:12 scale IKEA furniture, electricity and 3D printing while putting together their 3D-printed mini LED lamps, and textiles and fashion…
Find out more »Inventor Series: SPARK (Grade 1 & 2)
Our Inventor journey begins with our SPARK program where students learn skills around basic hand tools. With a large focus on developing dexterity and spatial awareness, unique projects are completed every week, combining workshop materials and craft techniques Students build confidence and independence around our makerspace as they are exposed to 2D and 3D design, woodworking, robotics and more! Projects are inspired by the grade…
Find out more »Inventor Series: IGNITE (Grade 3 & 4)
Inventor: IGNITE allows the graduates of our Spark program and beginners to start working with 2D and 3D design software, allowing them to translate what they see on a screen into something they can build with their hands! Students will be using ipads, computers, hand tools, 3D printers, robotics and basic electronics during their time in our makerspace. Projects are inspired by the grade 3…
Find out more »Inventor Series: LAUNCH (Grade 5 & 6)
Inventor: LAUNCH provides graduates of our Ignite program and newcomers more creative freedom and exposure to a wider range of skills and tools in our makerspace. Having more refined motor skills, students are able to access our Makerspace tools to create more sophisticated projects and they are challenged to take them in new directions. Students will explore 2D and 3D design, use 3D printers, laser-cut…
Find out more »Inventor Series: ENTREPRENEUR (Grade 7 & 8)
Youth are able to harness their creativity through projects, becoming confident entrepreneurs as they learn how to design, build and pitch their creations! Through hands-on activities, they will brainstorm, draft and prototype using our makerspace tools and technology. From 3D printers, laser cutters, microelectronics and the woodshop, our inventors of the future can let their ideas flourish. Students will learn concepts from the grade 7…
Find out more »Art Tech Course (Grade 4-6)
Have an idea that you want to bring to life? Come learn how to create resin art, make ceramic sculptures, explore fashion design, woodworking, painting and more with our team of talented instructors. Let us empower you with the tools to create your own art! Price includes a $50 materials fee. Dates available for the course are as follows: Option 1: Saturdays from 1:30 PM…
Find out more »Art Tech Course (Grade 7 & 8)
Have an idea that you want to bring to life? Come learn how to create resin art, make ceramic sculptures, explore fashion design, woodworking, painting and more with our team of talented instructors. Let us empower you with the tools to create your own art! Price includes a $50 materials fee. Dates available for the course are as follows: Option 1: Saturdays from 1:30 PM…
Find out more »Intro to Coding and Robotics (Grade 2-4)
New to coding and robotics? Come join us to learn basic coding skills and robotic technology to solve real-world problems! Students will get to bring their own ideas to life while designing, building, and coding robots. No experience required! Option 1: Saturdays from 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM (Oct 9 – Dec 11) Option 2: Wednesdays from 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM (Oct 13 –…
Find out more »Battle Bots: Tank Edition (Grade 4-6)
Design, build, and program a remote-controlled tank powerful enough to battle other robots! Students will learn how to assemble and swap out accessories to customize how their robot battles. Our battle bots are powered by an Arduino microcontroller and custom 3D printed parts. May the best robot win! Price includes $80 material fee. Dates available for the course are as follows: Option 1: Saturdays from…
Find out more »Battle Bots: Tank Edition (Grade 7 & 8)
Design, build, and program a remote-controlled tank powerful enough to battle other robots! Students will learn how to assemble and swap out accessories to customize how their robot battles. Our battle bots are powered by an Arduino microcontroller and custom 3D printed parts. May the best robot win! Price includes $80 material fee. Dates available for the course are as follows: Option 1: Saturdays from…
Find out more »Battle Bots: Tank Edition (Grade 9 & 10)
Design, build, and program a remote-controlled tank powerful enough to battle other robots! Students will learn how to assemble and swap out accessories to customize how their robot battles. Our battle bots are powered by an Arduino microcontroller and custom 3D printed parts. May the best robot win! Price includes $80 material fee. Dates available for the course are as follows: Option 1: Saturdays from…
Find out more »Tiny Homes (Grade 5 & 6)
Learn about architecture & design while building your dream tiny home! Students will learn how to create architectural scale models using 3D design software (SketchUp) and bring the design to life with our Tiny Home kit. Price includes $50 material fee. Dates available for the course are as follows: Option 1: Saturdays from 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM (Oct 9 – Dec 11) Option 2:…
Find out more »Tiny Homes (Grade 7 & 8)
Learn about architecture & design while building your dream tiny home! Students will learn how to create architectural scale models using 3D design software (SketchUp) and bring the design to life with our Tiny Home kit. Price includes $50 material fee. Dates available for the course are as follows: Option 1: Saturdays from 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM (Oct 9 – Dec 11) Option 2:…
Find out more »CNC: Mars Mission Part I – Habitat (Grade 4-6)
Come join us on a Mars Mission and learn all about circuit-building and programming in a beginner-friendly environment! Students use hand tools and circuits to build an electronically-controlled Mars Habitat with a rotating solar panel and airlock doors. Price includes $50 material fee. Option 1: Saturdays from 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM (Oct 9 – Dec 11) Option 2: Saturdays from 12:15 PM - 1:15…
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