Youth Maker Mondays: Creative Robotics Goes to the Movies (Ages 10-14)

Combine art and technology to recreate a movie scene of your choice. Use everyday materials like cardboard, paint, and paper to make your creations and bring them to life through coding, motors, lights, and a variety of components. Take a look at an example in action!

Begin with an introduction to the robotics kits you'll be using the micro:bit and the Makey:Bit. Explore the different components, how to use them, and code them using a block-coding application called MakeCode. You'll then decide on a simple scene from a movie to recreate. You'll talk about how to design a costume or "skin" for the Makey:Bit if you want to integrate it as a character in your project. Then you'll learn different cardboard-building techniques and mechanisms you can use.

Details

• This is an introductory class. No prior coding or building experience is necessary, but creativity is encouraged.
• To keep costs down, robotics kits will be provided for use during class time and returned to the instructor at the end of the third week.
• We recommend you bring your own devices, whether a laptop (PC or Mac) or Chromebook. If you don't have one, a limited number of devices are available to borrow during class. When registering, select "Use BARN Computer" or "Bring Own Computer."
• Families will be invited to attend a sharing time from 4:50 to 5 pm on the final day of class to view creations and take photos.

Registering Youth

• Parent/guardian registering a child for the first time: When you register, select "Others Only" in the "Who Are You Registering?" section. On the next page, select "Add New Registrant." Create an account for your child.
  • The next time you register your child, use "Search Registrants" to select them.
• Make sure to fill out your youth's emergency contact information and other details when creating their account.

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