In this class we will learn about the importance of recycling and giving new life to  everyday materials by creating hands-on art, sculpture and upcycled projects. Children are encouraged to bring materials in from home that they would ordinarily throw away so we can make something new with it.

During this class we will be learning about how simple machines help us do work by building catapults, pulleys, ramps, wind-powered machines, and noise makers!

During this class we will learn about the power of the sun! Some of our activities will include building a solar oven, a solar-powered car and creating solar art.

In Tinkering, students explore materials, supplies, tools and concepts in an open-ended, adult-guided way. Past Tinkering sessions have involved making custom Minecraft controllers, exploring linkage mechanisms with cardboard and brads, testing out paper circuits to make light-up cards and pictures, and taking apart consumer electronics and toys to see what’s inside.

Students will learn about the tradition and art of hand and loom weaving in a variety of cultures. We will then complete several weaving projects using recycled materials, natural materials, yarns, string, and hemp. We will also explore French knitting and macrame.