Gever Tulley: Life lessons through tinkering

Gever Tulley: Life lessons through tinkering

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Social Studies, Arts, Architecture

11th Grade - University

Hard

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Tinkering School is a unique educational environment where children are trusted with tools and materials to explore and create without a set curriculum or tests. The program emphasizes hands-on learning, allowing kids to discover how to make things and solve problems through trial and error. The experience fosters creativity, collaboration, and resilience, as children learn to embrace failure and celebrate success. Projects often start with simple sketches and evolve through building and problem-solving, with all materials available for use. The program culminates in impressive creations, such as a rollercoaster built by seven-year-olds.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary goal of Tinkering School?

To follow a strict curriculum

To ensure kids learn specific subjects

To provide a safe space for kids to explore and learn through making

To prepare kids for standardized tests

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Tinkering School view failures?

As something to be avoided at all costs

As opportunities for learning and analysis

As a reason to stop the project

As a sign of incompetence

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role do Robin and the speaker play in the projects?

They act as collaborators to guide projects towards completion

They dictate every step of the project

They ensure no mistakes are made

They provide all the answers to the kids

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unexpected behavior emerges when kids face complex challenges?

They switch to a different project

They start decorating the unfinished project

They give up on the project

They seek help from adults

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What surprising structure was built by seven-year-olds at Tinkering School?

A wooden house

A rollercoaster

A treehouse

A bridge