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In-School & After-School STEAM Workshops
Bring creativity and innovation directly to your school with Child Creativity Lab’s Makerspace on Wheels (MOW) program. Our hands-on STEAM workshops inspire students to think outside the box, build teamwork skills, and gain confidence through project-based learning. Perfect for classrooms, after-school programs, and district-wide enrichment, Makerspace on Wheels makes STEAM education accessible, engaging, and unforgettable.
What Is Makerspace on Wheels?
Makerspace on Wheels is our signature mobile STEAM program, designed for TK–8th grade (with limited availability for high school). Our trained instructors come to your school or program site with everything needed to facilitate one of our STEAM Challenge Kits.
Each workshop runs 60–75 minutes and is guided by the 4-Step Design Thinking Method (developed at Stanford University). Students collaborate in teams to complete creative engineering and design challenges, learning how to problem-solve, test ideas, and think like real-world innovators.
At the start of each program, only a few students raise their hand when asked, “Who feels creative?” By the end, nearly every hand is raised—proving that every child has creativity waiting to be unlocked.
Why Schools, PTAs, and Districts Choose Makerspace on Wheels
Aligned with NGSS Standards – Every challenge reinforces science, technology, engineering, art, and math concepts taught in the classroom.
Boosts Student Confidence – Kids discover their own creative potential and leave with pride in their work.
Flexible Delivery – Programs are available for schools, after-school programs, Girl Scout troops, libraries, hospitals, summer camps, and more.
Accessible for All Communities – Title I schools and underserved organizations may qualify for grant funding to offset program costs.
Low Lift for Educators & PTAs – CCL instructors handle facilitation and materials; schools just provide space and a few volunteers to assist with hot gluing.
Workshop Details & Requirements
Length: 60–75 minutes
Grade Levels: TK–8th (limited capacity for high school)
Capacity: Ideal for classroom groups
Volunteers Needed: Teachers, PTA parents, or staff to help students with gluing projects
Requirements: Indoor classroom or activity space; access to basic tables, chairs, and outlets if needed
Pricing & Grant Funding Opportunities
Program Fees: Pricing depends on the number of workshops booked and school/district status
Materials: All provided by Child Creativity Lab (including adhesives and tools)
Travel Fee: Mileage applies for sites more than 10 miles from our Santa Ana headquarters
Grant Funding: Available for Title I schools and community partners serving students in low-to-moderate income communities
Bring Makerspace on Wheels to Your School
Transform your classroom or after-school program with Makerspace on Wheels—a proven way to make STEAM education engaging, equitable, and fun. With every workshop, students learn to collaborate, innovate, and see themselves as future problem-solvers and creators.
