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MakeXchange Inventor’s Kit

May 5, 2017 By Kim
Tagged With: Arduino, kit

Maker Mom interview with Joe Greer, founder of MakeXchange Arduino Electronics Invention Kit

As part of my mHUB residency, I plan to highlight some of the members and the cool work they're doing. I also expect to interview Chicago Makers and local women in STEM. First up is Joseph Greer, founder of MakeXchange, which recently launched an electronics invention set for beginners. I met Joe last summer when he first joined the mHUB community. It's been exciting to see his idea come to fruition in the last nine months. You can meet Joe ... [ Read More ]

A Tale of Two Subscription Boxes

May 16, 2016 By Kim
Tagged With: kit, product review

The Maker Mom reviews The Maker Box.

I'm reviewing two different subscriptions kits today: Maker Box and Stem Box. Please note that I was sent these for review and these are past, not current, versions of the boxes. Please also note, this is no smackdown as the products are not equals. The Maker Box is for teens on up and Stem Box is designed for tween girls. Still, if I had to pick a winner, it would be The Maker Box, so let's start there. Maker Box Maker Box  is a quarterly ... [ Read More ]

DIY Gamer Kit Review

December 14, 2015 By Kim
Tagged With: coding, guest post, kit, maker kid, product review

DIY Gamer Kit Review from Technology Will Save Us. Read about this fun DIY tech toy on www.TheMakerMom.com.

Lucas the Maker Kid is back. This time, he's sharing a DIY Gamer Kit review based on the product from the British Company, Technology Will Save Us. It's an item I was offered for review and sent along to him for the kids-eye view. DIY Gamer Kit Review Last year, I bought the DIY Gamer Kit by Technology Will Save Us from the Exploratorium store in San Francisco. My kit did not come pre-soldered, meaning I would have to solder all the parts ... [ Read More ]

Chemistry for Girls Beyond Sparkle Science: It’s STEM Girl Friday!

October 16, 2015 By Kim
Tagged With: guest post, kit, product review, STEM Girl Friday, STEM Girls

Science beyond the sparkle: Yellow Scope Science Kit for Girls on www.themakermom.com!

It's STEM Girl Friday and National Chemistry Week is just around the corner. It's the perfect time to review the Yellow Scope Science Kit for Girls. I've written about this STEM mom-run company in the past. They sent me a kit many months ago, but with two teen boys in the house, I felt I needed a guest reviewer. My friend Rachel Nador, of the super cool cell mosaic project, and her daughter stepped up to the plate. Read on to see why this product ... [ Read More ]

Marbleocity DIY Roller Coaster Kit by Tinkineer

October 14, 2015 By Kim
Tagged With: engineering, kickstarter, kit, maker projects, projects

Marbleocity, the made in the U.S.A. wooden DIY marble roller coaster kit reviewed on www.TheMakerMom.com.

I wasn't able to attend the World Maker Faire in New York City, but at I did get to try one of the hot products that debuted there, Marbleocity. The folks at Tinkineer reached out the me to review their Mini Coaster (currently selling for $30 on Kickstarter). They had me at DIY marble roller coaster. My boys are teens now, but they when they were young, my little engineers loved making marble roller coasters and watching them in ... [ Read More ]

Teknikio’s E-Textile Kit

August 12, 2015 By Kim
Tagged With: e-textile, electronics, kit, maker projects, projects, STEAM

Review of Teknikio's e-textile kit on www.TheMakerMom.com.

I'd been itching to dabble in e-textiles, or electronic textiles, when I was offered a review kit from Teknikio early this year. They've since rebranded ans switched things up a bit so this is sort of two reviews in one. Teknikio is a new small business helping kids (of all ages) expand their ability to design and engineer amazing things. I think kits are great for exploring new hobbies and the $15 Fabtronic Sewing Set is no ... [ Read More ]

More Great STEM Gifts for Kids

December 16, 2013 By Kim
Tagged With: family fun, gadgets, kit, product review, STEAM, STEM, STEM gifts

I think I've pointed out some pretty cool STEM gifts this year and in 2012. However, I've come across some other lists worth a look. Updated to add: here are exciting new STEM and Tech toys that made my 2014 list. More Great STEM Gifts for Tweens and Teens The folks at MAKE have a STEAM-y gift guide. Don't miss the Flipbookit and Skallops. NASA's Goddard Child Development Center has a guide to gifts with tips on finding toys that encourage ... [ Read More ]

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About Kim

Kim headshot Summer 2012 I’m a Chicago-area mom / empty-nester who is passionate about sharing ideas and resources to raise kids who love Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). I’m a published author, blogger, vlogger, baker and maker. I love to travel, especially on trips that involve hiking and other active endeavors, farm tours, and learning new things in general.[Read More...]

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