{"title":"Makerspace Classes!","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"print-press","title":"Print \u0026 Press","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustom Tote, Pencil Pouch \u0026amp; T-Shirt Design Class\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAges 8+\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIn this hands-on makerspace class, students learn how to design their own graphics in Canva, prepare them for printing, and then heat-press the finished design onto a tote bag, pencil pouch, or t-shirt. 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Younger students receive extra support with the software and press, while older students can explore more advanced layout and design choices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eMissouri Homeschool Hours\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis class can be logged toward Missouri homeschool requirements. Time spent can count under Fine Arts (design and visual arts), Practical Arts \/ Career Education (digital design tools, production process), or as part of a project-based elective. Parents can document hours based on class time plus any independent design work completed outside of class. A simple project description and photos of the finished item make documentation straightforward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eConfidence Builder for All Kids\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eCreating something real that they can use or wear gives students a visible sense of accomplishment. Many kids discover they are more capable with technology and design than they expected. Completing the full process—from idea on a screen to a finished physical item—builds problem-solving skills, pride in their work, and the confidence to try new creative tools. Whether a student is designing a bold graphic, a simple name, or a personal symbol, the class emphasizes that their ideas matter and that they can turn those ideas into something tangible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe class is welcoming to all skill levels and personalities. 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From start to finish, they’ll learn how to work with new materials, problem-solve as they build, and turn simple supplies into something functional and personal to take home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis class is perfect for kids who love making, building, and experimenting. No two lamps will look the same — each one reflects the maker’s ideas, style, and imagination. 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