Little "Toy Inventor" Engineers, Preschool-12
Fun for Everyone
Fun for Everyone
Fun for Everyone
We bring the Toy Inventors Club to you. Book your workshop for in-class or a virtual program.
Virtual
Fun for Everyone
Fun for Everyone
We work tirelessly to ensure that our content is engaging and entertaining. Our goal is to inspire the next generation of innovative thinkers. Through digital media we can zoom into your classroom.
In - Class
Fun for Everyone
In - Class
This educational workshop is so much fun that your students will want to do it again and again. Great for all grades. Available in the NYC areas and tri-state vicinity.
We offer dual language programming in English and Spanish.
Meet the Founder & Director
Toy invention secrets revealed
Join the Inventor of The Toy Museum, Marlene Hochman.
Ms. Marlene, as the students call her, has met and interviewed hundreds of toy inventors in her 25 years since she invented The Toy Museum of NY.
She has create a curriculum that is educational, inspirational and interactive for all grades. The program begins with a brief introduction of classic toys from long ago, new toys and basic principles for inventing toys. Lastly, each student will invent their own crafty toy to take home.
Supplies included.
Pre Visit Downloadable Challenge and Materials
50 Minute Live In Class Presentation
Up to 30 students per class, 3 individual classes minimum
$350-$450 per class, depending on location.
Includes supplies for each student
In-class, NYC & vicinity, includes Westchester & CT
Inquire about times and availability
Virtual- worldwide, comes with a scheduled zoom session
Little "Toy Inventor" Engineers 2024 Projects
Prototype
Prototype
Prototype
Students learn what a prototype is and the invention process.
This is a STEAM project, aligned with the National Core Standards.
Packaging
Prototype
Prototype
The importance of packaging is discussed and students will design their own packaging.
We are excited to be inspiring the next generation of inventors.
Product
Prototype
Product
Supplies are provided to help everyone create their own "Bug-In-A-Bag From Outer Space" toy invention, which are all one of a kind and customized by each student.
Pricing
Prototype
Product
Pricing a toy is an important aspect of the invention process. This will be discussed in the workshop too.
Have your students work individually or in groups.
Little "Toy Inventor" Engineer Downloads to Purchase
Downloadable Challenge Projects
These challenges are creative and enhance curriculum areas including science, the arts, and literacy. Download any of our challenges which include templates, a teacher curriculum guide, and more.
Note: One complementary challenge project is included as pre visit materials when teachers book a live or virtual presentation. An access code is provided in advance of the workshop.
OTHER WORKSHOPS AND PROGRAMS
Improv Workshop
Virtual tour the toy collection
Improv Workshop
Short for improvisation. Great for all ages. This workshop includes guided icebreakers and acting games. Students are shown the power of their individual creative ideas and how to work and collaborate with others, all while building their confidence and public speaking skills.
This not only offers guided focus for the most extroverted students, but often also makes space for even the most shy to find their unique voice!
45 minutes - 1 hour.
Up to 30 students.
Puppet Workshop
Virtual tour the toy collection
Improv Workshop
Our Puppet Workshop is an
anti-bullying program designed for all ages. The puppet workshop includes: an interactive puppet show, identifying, addressing, then changing patterns of conflict, learning how our words and actions affect others.
After the show, each child has a chance to make their own
"Kindness and Adopt A Pet Puppet" to take home! Supplies included in the price. Students love this workshop!
45 minutes - 1 hour.
Up to 30 students.
Virtual tour the toy collection
Virtual tour the toy collection
Virtual tour the toy collection
Virtual tour of the Toy Museum's collection enables your students to learn how toys have changed through the decades.
45 minutes - 1 hour
Your students will learn about toys from the past, the materials used to make the toys and what made the toys so special back in the day.
Discussed will be wooden toys, old dolls, metal toys, popular toys of the past and unique inventions.
Also included is a compare and contrast with toys from today followed by Q & A time.