Maker & DIY Maker
for kids
Explore 10 trusted maker & diy maker resources selected for curious kids, with clear ages, access details, and parent context.
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MicroBlocks
A free, live block-programming environment for making interactive projects with microcontrollers, sensors, lights, and motors.
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KID Museum
A hands-on maker museum with coding, robotics, engineering, electronics, woodshop, textiles, and design challenges.
Morris Museum Spark!Lab
A Smithsonian invention workspace where children ages 5 to 12 imagine, design, test, and improve ideas.
Microsoft MakeCode
Browser-based coding environments for micro:bit, Minecraft, Arcade, and other creative projects.
Raspberry Pi Foundation Learn
Coding, computing, physical-computing, and digital-making projects for learners and educators.
TurtleStitch
A free, open-source coding and textile platform where learners turn visual programs into embroidery patterns and physical designs.
LEGO Education
Hands-on STEM, robotics, and coding curriculum built around LEGO Education sets and classroom projects.
Maker Camp
Project-based making activities that combine science, engineering, art, and creative problem solving.
DIY
Skill-based creative challenges that invite children to make, build, explore, and share projects.
National Children’s Museum
Hands-on museum exhibits, maker activities, and family learning experiences in Washington, DC.
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