About this Event
(Bilingual workshop taught in a combination of Dutch and English.)
A limited number of subsidized spots are available for kids from low-income families with a Stadspas.
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During this NewTechKids 'Try It Out' workshop held at OBA Centraal (Amsterdam Public Library) near Centraal Station, kids ages 8-12 will be introduced to designing, building and coding robots and tech prototypes. space, etc. Girls and boys with little or no previous experience with robotics and coding are welcome!
Kids will dive into building and visual programming using LEGO Mindstorms and art supplies. They'll learn about design concepts (resources, requirements, testing, iteration, best practices) and computer science concepts (coding, algorithms, commands, loops, sequence, iteration, if-else logic, etc.).
During the workshop, they’ll discuss inspiring examples of technology before completing a class challenge in pairs and presenting their prototypes.
The workshop will take place on Thursday, November 5, 2026 from 4 - 5:30 p.m.
This bilingual workshop will be taught by a native Dutch-speaking professional teacher with specialised training in computer science. The workshop's curriculum is based on NewTechKids’ pedagogy which focuses on concept-context learning and the use of tangible learning tools.
Our workshop is ideal for children with no previous exposure to design and computer science. Girls and boys are welcome!
A minimum of 16 students is required to offer this workshop. Registrants will be notified 3 days prior if the workshop is cancelled and a full refund will be provided.
Location: OBA Centraal, Oosterdokskade 143 (Junior Lab)
Event venue & nearby stays
OBA Oosterdok - Public Library, 143 Oosterdokskade, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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