Mini Makers

Mini Makers (Grades 1–3) Deposit [Full Price $450]
$450.00

The perfect place for young builders to start their robotics journey. Mini Makers explore the basics of how things move, light up, and respond to code through playful LEGO® creations. Each project feels like a new adventure — full of color, motion, and laughter. This age group thrives on imagination, turning simple builds into stories that spark curiosity and a lifelong love for discovery.

Exploration, play, and building confidence

Mini Makers is where students in Grades 1–3 begin their robotics journey through playful, age-appropriate engineering experiences.

Ages
Best for children aged 6-9 years

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Dates
Mondays through Fridays
June 8 — August 21

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Time
8:30am - 5:30pm EDT

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Location
2020 Chapel Hill Rd #33, Durham, NC 27707

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This group focuses on:


Building early robotics structures using LEGO-based systems

Campers jump right into hands-on building as they create fun, sturdy robotic structures with LEGO-based systems. It’s the perfect, playful introduction to engineering—designed to boost confidence as kids see their ideas come to life.


Learning the basics of graphical, drag-and-drop coding

Using kid-friendly, drag-and-drop coding tools, campers learn how to give their robots commands and create simple programs. They build the foundational skills of logic, sequencing, and cause-and-effect—all without feeling overwhelmed.


Exploring simple machines and real engineering concepts

Children discover how gears, levers, pulleys, and other simple machines work through guided challenges and exciting mini-projects. These early engineering concepts help them understand how the world works in a way that feels like pure fun.


Strengthening creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork

Every activity encourages kids to imagine boldly, test ideas, overcome challenges, and collaborate with new friends. These skills grow naturally in our supportive, joyful environment—and they’re the kind of skills that last long after summer ends.


Every session is designed to spark curiosity and support foundational STEM skills in a joyful, accessible way.

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