Kids are playful engineers, naturally!

8th grade workshop

With space to work and play, time for trial and error, and access to open-ended materials, children learn how the world works, through their own exploration and discovery.

Playful Engineers STEAM-powered programs are supported and presented by our many partner organizations.

Together, we’re growing a vibrant network of teaching artists, makers, and facilitators, centered around hands-on, exploratory, and play-based learning,

Playful Engineers at Pioneer Valley Maker Faire 2023

Jay Mankita @ AutomataCon 2024

Playful Engineers Returns to the Monson Free Library – 02/21/23

Mechanical Linkages Workshop, Winthrop Group 1

Through our programs, kids accomplish tasks, send messages, tell stories, and bring characters to life, through engaging, meaningful, and playful engineering activities.

We also teach specific maker-skills and fundamentals of simple mechanical processes, through our hands-on design and construction sessions: our ‘Makerspace Build-Alongs’.

Whether you are planning a big public event, or just one small session, in-person, or online, we can help your Playful Engineers shine!