Proto-Pic Packaging – What is it made of? At Proto-Pic we aim to promote environmentally conscious design! Recently we’ve had quite a few people reach out to express concern about the environmental impact of the plastic boxes we use as packaging. Hopefully this blog will clear up some eco-myths around plastic and motivate you not …
Take a look at our STEM home schooling ideas. Give the makers and inventors in your life, a gift to spark their imagination and inspiration, this Christmas. Preparing today’s children to become the innovators and inventors of tomorrow, begins with play and exploration outside the classroom. A new study called “Jobs of the Future” states …
STEM Kits perfect for Home Schooling and Fun Learning Read More »
Engage Explore Educate! It’s no secret that Education is a huge part of Proto-PIC’s philosophy, it’s part of our mantra! We are always brainstorming new ways to engage teachers and their pupils with Electronics based STEM systems. Hands-on exploration and tinkering with these systems provides a fun, informative and engaging expereience for all and we …
Introducing our Local Schools to the Marvel of 3D Printing Read More »
This blog post is full of ideas to support schools in their STEM curriculum. Don’t miss downloading the Microbit Lesson Plan for use with the Phys:bit and micro:bit. In the lead up to the Christmas holiday break, you can get your students into the festive season. Your students will enjoy our countdown timer project for …
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Well it was Thursday the 24th of March and while scanning our twitter feed I noticed that the UK Maker Faire was on in 2 days’ time, without further ado I bought a family ticket for the weekend, booked the last hotel room I could find in Newcastle (in what turned out to be the Stag …