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Explore 13 trusted free maker & diy resources selected for curious kids, with clear ages, access details, and parent context.

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Screenshot of MicroBlocks
91/100 · ages 8–16

MicroBlocks

A free, live block-programming environment for making interactive projects with microcontrollers, sensors, lights, and motors.

WebsiteBlock codingMicrocontrollers
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Screenshot of MyColor.fun

MyColor.fun

A large library of printable and online coloring pages, drawing guides, worksheets, and themed collections for children and families.

WebsiteDownloadableAndroid app
2–12 · Free91
Screenshot of Kodu Game Lab

Kodu Game Lab

A visual game-making environment for children to build 3D worlds, stories, and games with simple programming tiles.

WebsiteDesktop appGame designSTEM projects
8–16 · Free90
Screenshot of Microsoft MakeCode

Microsoft MakeCode

Browser-based coding environments for micro:bit, Minecraft, Arcade, and other creative projects.

WebsiteAnimationComputer science
8–18 · Free88
Screenshot of Raspberry Pi Foundation Learn

Raspberry Pi Foundation Learn

Coding, computing, physical-computing, and digital-making projects for learners and educators.

Website
7–18 · Free88
Screenshot of Science Sparks

Science Sparks

Hands-on science experiments, STEM challenges, printable activities, and science explanations for children and families.

WebsiteDownloadableExperimentsSTEM challenges
4–12 · Free with paid options88
Screenshot of TeachEngineering

TeachEngineering

Standards-aligned engineering lessons, activities, and design challenges for K–12 learners.

Website
5–18 · Free88
Screenshot of KidsCanCode

KidsCanCode

Python, game-development, and creative coding lessons for children and teens, with beginner pathways and classroom programs.

WebsiteYouTube channelCreative codingGame development
8–16 · Free87
Screenshot of TryEngineering

TryEngineering

Engineering lesson plans, activities, games, and career stories from IEEE for young learners.

Website
8–18 · Free86
Screenshot of TurtleStitch

TurtleStitch

A free, open-source coding and textile platform where learners turn visual programs into embroidery patterns and physical designs.

WebsiteComputational embroideryGeometry
9–18 · Free86
Screenshot of Science Kids

Science Kids

Fun science facts, experiments, projects, games, videos, and quizzes for elementary and middle-grade learners.

WebsiteExperimentsQuizzes
6-14 · Free84
Screenshot of KiwiCo Activities

KiwiCo Activities

Hands-on science, art, engineering, and craft activities with instructions for family projects.

Website
3–14 · Free with paid options82
Screenshot of Maker Camp

Maker Camp

Project-based making activities that combine science, engineering, art, and creative problem solving.

Website
8–14 · Free82
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