For those unaware, the Invention Center is such a great resource for the school that we make it available every day after school until 6pm and on Saturdays from 8am-2pm to students, staff, and parents (elementary students need to have a parent present for supervision). Come and learn new skills or utilize the space to work on projects. We have tools for woodworking and metalworking as well as 3D printers, CNC machines, laser cutters, sewing machines, and much more that are available for you to use. I am available as a resource to teach you how to use the machines or to help with your projects. We also have a specific project every Saturday that students, staff, or parents can sign up for.
This Saturday, come to the Invention Center from 9:00 to 12:00 and make a penguin that flaps its wings and tries to fly. This is an amusing Japanese Karakuri (which can mean “the mysterious workings behind certain things”) toy that uses a simple mechanism to produce movement. Similar European toys were called automata. Please note: this is a detailed project that requires a lot of cutting and patience. This will be beyond the ability of most elementary students. This is a free project open to students, staff, or parents. There will be 8 spots available. Contact Travis Dynes at travisd@isb.ac.th to sign up.
