Samantha Dinelle

June 19, 2026 | MakerKids Team

Finding structured summer activities for kids can be challenging, especially for families balancing travel, different schedules, or remote learning preferences. That is why MakerKids created a flexible virtual STEM program designed to fit into real family routines while still keeping kids engaged, creative, and learning all summer long.

Program at a glance:

• Who: Grades 3-8
• Schedule: 3 days per week, Monday-Wednesday, 45 minutes per class
• Time zones: EST and PST…

June 17, 2026 | MakerKids Team

Parents across Toronto are spending more time thinking about what happens after the school bell rings. Families want programs that are educational, engaging, social, and flexible enough to fit busy schedules. That is one reason why after-school STEM programs have become one of the fastest-growing categories in kids’ education.

At MakerKids, families often describe the experience as more than just a weekly activity. Across coding, robotics, Minecraft, and STEM…

June 14, 2026 | MakerKids Team

Both approaches have real value – but they serve different purposes. Traditional learning builds the academic foundation kids need. STEM education helps them apply it. Research consistently shows that when children have opportunities to learn through hands-on, project-based experiences alongside core academics, they develop stronger problem-solving skills, higher motivation, and better long-term retention than through traditional instruction alone. For most…

June 11, 2026 | MakerKids Team

Parents across Toronto are looking for activities that combine creativity, technology, and real-world learning. That is one reason robotics programs continue to grow in popularity. MakerKids offers robotics classes for Kids in Toronto that combine coding, engineering, and hands-on STEM projects they are genuinely excited about.

For many students, robotics feels different from traditional extracurriculars because they actively create, test, and improve their ideas…

June 10, 2026 | MakerKids Team

Parents today are looking for activities more enriching than passive screen time. 3D printing classes for kids have become one of the fastest-growing areas in STEM education – the global market for 3D printing in education was valued at $1.24 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach $5.38 billion by 2033 (MarketIntelo, 2025). At MakerKids, students use Tinkercad design software and FDM 3D printers to turn their ideas into physical objects they can hold, test, and…

June 8, 2026  |  MakerKids Team

Parents often hear about Python coding for kids, but many still wonder: at what age should children start learning Python, and when are Python classes for kids the right fit?

At MakerKids, we work with students from Grades 1-8 across coding, robotics, Minecraft, AI, and game design programs. Over time, we’ve found that Python can be an amazing next step for kids once they are comfortable with beginner coding concepts and ready for more creative control.

The good…

June 5, 2026  |  MakerKids Team

The school year fills up quickly between homework, activities, transportation, and finding quality after-school programs that kids genuinely enjoy after the school day ends. That is exactly why the new MakerKids STEM After-school Pick-up Program was designed for busy Toronto and Mississauga families looking for something structured, engaging, and practical.

MakerKids has officially launched registration for the upcoming school year, with trusted school pick-up…

June 3, 2026  |  MakerKids Team

Looking for coding classes for Grade 1-2 kids in Toronto? Early elementary students can begin learning coding, robotics, Minecraft, and STEM skills through fun, beginner-friendly programs designed specifically for younger learners.

Many parents wonder if Grade 1-2 is too early for coding classes. In reality, these early elementary years are one of the best times for kids to begin exploring STEM, coding, robotics, and Minecraft-based learning.

What Coding Looks…

May 31, 2026  |  MakerKids Team

Parents today are asking a big question: what future skills do kids need to succeed in 2030? At MakerKids, we see firsthand how fast technology is changing through STEM, coding, robotics, and even Minecraft-based learning. 

According to research from Dell Technologies, 85% of jobs that will exist in 2030 haven’t been invented yet. This reflects how quickly technology and AI are reshaping the workforce, from software development and healthcare to design,…

May 29, 2026  |  MakerKids Team

How AI Is Changing the Future for Kids

At MakerKids, we often talk to parents who feel unsure about how fast technology is changing. The reality is simple: AI is already shaping the world your child will grow up in. More families are now looking for STEM education for kids, coding for kids, and robotics programs that prepare children for an AI-driven future.

According to a Dell study, 85% of jobs that will exist in 2030 haven’t been invented yet. That means…