Find Out More About the Tinker Crate<\/span><\/a><\/div>\nI’ll begin by sharing some information about the Tinker Crate, but scroll down if you want to hear more about our own hands-on experience with the STEM box.<\/p>\n
Who Is The Tinker Crate For?<\/h3>\n
The Tinker Crate is best suited for kids that are interested in building and creating things.\u00a0 If I had to pigeonhole it, I look at this as an engineering-focused STEM kit.\u00a0 Sure, science is involved in the projects you’ll complete with Tinker Crate.\u00a0 The emphasis is more on the practical applications of those scientific principles.\u00a0 This “creation-first” orientation could appeal to more artistic children as well.<\/p>\n
The idea behind the Tinker Crate is to get kids building quickly without bogging them down with unnecessary jargon or explanations.\u00a0 As they create, they begin to learn. That’s when more information about the topic being taught is introduced.\u00a0 Our kit was focused on hydraulics. The instructional Tinker Zine did give a few examples of where hydraulics were used but quickly launched right into the instructions for hands-on building.<\/p>\n
It’s geared at an ages 9 and up crowd.\u00a0 I could see adults buying this for themselves – not necessarily because they want to learn about science but because it’s fun to build.<\/p>\n
Who Should Pass on the Tinker Crate?<\/h3>\n
K-3rd graders wouldn’t be able to complete the construction projects on their own and probably wouldn’t enjoy the Tinker Crate much.\u00a0 There are STEM subscriptions available that they would enjoy – check out our guide for some ideas<\/a>.<\/p>\nOur Verdict: Tinker Crate is great for your pre-teen or high school-aged maker that is more interested in building that traditional art.\u00a0 It’s a great way to learn while playing and building.\u00a0 The project pace is appropriate and allows for many small victories along the way to build up the child’s confidence.<\/div><\/div>\n
What Is the Tinker Crate?<\/h3>\n