Young InnovatorHow do you get your ideas?
Young innovators explain how observation, curiosity and everyday problems lead to invention ideas.
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Young InnovatorWhat motivates you to invent?
A short interview segment about motivation, purpose and improving life for others.
Young InnovatorWhat happens when things fail?
Students share what they learned when prototypes failed and how they kept moving forward.
Young InnovatorWho helped or inspired you?
Young inventors discuss the people who encouraged their ideas and helped them develop solutions.
Inventor MentorsInventor Mentors: Getting Ideas
Kid inventors offer simple tips for noticing problems and generating possible solutions.
Inventor MentorsInventor Mentors: Learning from Failure
A discussion starter that normalizes setbacks as part of the invention process.
Expert InterviewInterview with Dr. Lois Zachary — Part I
An expert introduction to mentoring relationships and the role of the adult guide.
Expert InterviewInterview with Dr. Lois Zachary — Part II
Practical perspectives on reflection, accountability and shared learning in mentoring.
Young InnovatorA safer way to play
A student presents a safety innovation and explains the original problem.
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