Product Design Lab

Use design thinking to create a product that solves a real problem. Kids identify needs, brainstorm solutions, build prototypes, test with users, and iterate. The same process real designers and engineers use, scaled for kids and applied to problems they actually care about.

What's Included

• Design thinking process guide
• Need-finding and empathy mapping
• Brainstorming and idea selection
• Prototyping with everyday materials
• User testing and iteration cycles

Every Project Guide Includes

• What this activity builds: clear learning focus
• Materials needed (minimal or none)
• Before you start: parent-friendly guidance
• Step-by-step instructions to follow along
• 3 flexible levels: Explore / Develop / Extend
• Support tips and conversation starters

Why Families Love It

• Low prep. Open and follow along on any device
• Reusable year after year, with a different experience every time
• Works for one child or five, multi-age friendly
• Curiosity-driven, not curriculum-driven
• Flexible: use one activity a day or one a week
• Real-world skills through real-world experiences

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