Think Like a Girl: Engineering Kits
Think Like a Girl is a company with the vision of empowering girls to develop into our world’s problem solvers. We hope to achieve this with our product, Think Like a Girl: Engineering Kits, marketed to girls ages 6-12+ to learn about STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) fundamentals through activities geared towards girl interests and taught in ways in which girls typically learn best. In addition to our product, we also aim to serve as a community to encourage females to enter STEM fields and connect like-minded individuals. The team will is actively working to participate in and hosting events and presentations to educate young girls about what engineering is and the different types of industries.
What’s in a Kit?
Engineering Activity
Hands-on activity that teaches STEAM skills
Focus on either an engineering industry or fundamental
Could be completed alone or with a parent or educator
Two different age range levels
Illustrated Short Story Booklet, the Gadget Guide
Acts as an instruction manual for the engineering activity
Tells the story of Gaby Gadget, 17-year-old girl engineer
Teaches the basics of the fundamental taught (great resource for parents and educators)
Relates lessons to real life applications
Hardcopy or eBook options
Design Project
Teaches important design/creativity skills
Real Woman Engineer Trading Card
Introduces girls to real role models
Demonstrates the importance of networking and making connections
Engineering Tool Card
Exposes girls to real tools engineers use
Sustainability Card
Says how the materials used in the kit are recycled, biodegradable, or eco-friendly
Shows the importance of knowing your impact on the environment
Outfit Design for Gaby Gadget
Allows girls to feel connected to the main character
Can submit online for a chance for their design to be featured
Collectable Prize, the Sur-Prize
Small charm or toy relating to the kit’s theme or characters
Awards/Publications
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Rohrer College of Business 2015 Elevator Pitch Competition
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InnovateHER Regional Competition at the Camden CoLab
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IEEE Philadelphia Section 2016 Student Project Award
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Camden CoLab Student Fellow
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King’s Hall Membership
Courier Post
SJ Magazine
SOLIDWORKS Community Blog
ASTM
http://www.astm.org/
Philadelphia Inquirer http://articles.philly.com/
Diversity in Action
With your help, Think Like a Girl has the potential to change the face of engineering and empower our world’s next problem solvers! Also check out our Kickstarter campaign https://www.kickstarter.com/