{"title":"Capable Projects","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCapable Projects are hands-on, goal-driven learning experiences that give kids something meaningful to work toward.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThink of them as electives or enrichment classes built for home—science, technology, art, design, problem solving, and more. Each project includes approximately ten guided sessions leading to a real finished outcome your child can build, solve, create, improve, and proudly show off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrand-new Capable Projects are released throughout the year. They are not a subscription: there are no recurring charges or commitments. Simply choose the projects that fit your child's interests, strengths, and goals.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"csi-mystery-detective-missing-starstone","title":"CSI: Mystery Detective — The Case of the Missing Starstone","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA priceless museum object has vanished—but the evidence is still in the room.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cstrong\u003eCSI: Mystery Detective — The Case of the Missing Starstone\u003c\/strong\u003e, your child becomes the lead investigator in a complete, hands-on museum mystery. Across ten connected investigations, they examine records, compare fingerprints and fibers, measure a scaled footwear impression, decode a secret message, reconstruct a timeline, evaluate witness statements, analyze photographs, and build a conclusion supported by evidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is more than a collection of worksheets. It is a carefully sequenced case that asks students to observe closely, think critically, revise their ideas, and explain how they know. Each new clue adds another piece to the mystery without giving away the answer, allowing the student to experience the satisfaction of solving the case through their own reasoning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDesigned for curious investigators ages 9–12\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe project works especially well for homeschool enrichment, project-based learning, independent study, co-op activities, and children who love mysteries. Most student work can be completed independently, while clear support labels tell adults when help or private clue control may be useful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTen connected investigations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSecure the Scene\u003c\/strong\u003e — separate observations from assumptions and form a first hypothesis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFingerprint Lab\u003c\/strong\u003e — compare simulated prints while considering context and limits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrace Evidence\u003c\/strong\u003e — interpret a supplied fiber-analysis summary safely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFollow the Footprints\u003c\/strong\u003e — measure a scaled impression and evaluate relevance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrack the Code\u003c\/strong\u003e — use cipher logic to reveal a hidden reminder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuild the Timeline\u003c\/strong\u003e — sequence records and calculate elapsed time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWitness Statements\u003c\/strong\u003e — corroborate claims and evaluate reliability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Photograph\u003c\/strong\u003e — analyze visual evidence closely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolve the Case\u003c\/strong\u003e — rank evidence and write a supported conclusion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClose the Case\u003c\/strong\u003e — create a report, prevention system, evidence board, and final briefing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat the complete download includes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStart Here Parent Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e — 10 pages of printing directions, pacing, materials, evidence-release instructions, safety notes, and support guidance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStudent Case Book\u003c\/strong\u003e — a 44-page learner-facing investigation book.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSequential Evidence Pack\u003c\/strong\u003e — 26 pages of records, simulated forensic clues, witness statements, photographs, optional envelope labels, evidence-board pieces, presentation cards, and a completion certificate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrivate Answer Key + Case Solution\u003c\/strong\u003e — 10 pages of exact answers, acceptable variation, misconception checks, staged hints, and mastery criteria.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAcademic enrichment meets practical capability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents practice observation, measurement, classification, sequencing, elapsed-time reasoning, cipher logic, source evaluation, claim-and-evidence writing, revising a theory when facts change, process improvement, record keeping, and oral presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAge-appropriate forensic simulations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe case contains no violence, weapons, blood, or frightening material. Fingerprint, fiber, and footwear activities are clearly presented as classroom simulations. Children interpret supplied information rather than performing chemical or heat tests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSimple setup—no special science kit required\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a printer, standard paper, pencil, colored pencils or markers, scissors, clear tape, glue, scrap paper, and a centimeter ruler. Optional items such as envelopes, a clipboard, string, or poster board can add atmosphere but are never required to solve the case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrint the files. Release the evidence. Let your investigator lead the case.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is a digital download. No physical product will be shipped.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Capable by Design","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54277335318892,"sku":null,"price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1004\/6429\/6300\/files\/csi-missing-starstone-primary.jpg?v=1788300884"},{"product_id":"design-a-theme-park","title":"Design a Theme Park","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImagine the world. Plan the attractions. Balance the budget. Open the gates.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhat if your child could design an entire theme park—from the first big idea to the opening-day pitch?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign a Theme Park\u003c\/strong\u003e is an immersive, project-based learning experience that places ages 9–12 in the role of a theme park designer. Across ten connected design stages, students develop an original park concept, create a brand, plan themed lands, invent attractions, assemble a large park map, manage a fictional development budget, set ticket prices, improve the guest experience, build a marketing campaign, and present the completed park to an audience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not a collection of unrelated worksheets. Every activity contributes to one cohesive final result. Students make meaningful choices, work within constraints, explain their reasoning, test the park from different guests’ perspectives, revise weak decisions, and decide which ideas deserve a place on the final design board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDesigned for creative planners ages 9–12\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe project works especially well for homeschool enrichment, project-based learning, independent study, co-op activities, project weeks, and children who enjoy imagining, drawing, planning, problem solving, business ideas, or creative world-building. Clear support labels tell families when work is independent, when an adult should remain nearby, when hands-on help is recommended, and when an audience is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTen connected design stages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImagine the Park\u003c\/strong\u003e — define the concept, target guest, intended feeling, and design vision.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuild the Brand\u003c\/strong\u003e — create the park name, logo, color palette, tagline, and entrance sign.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlan the Lands\u003c\/strong\u003e — develop three to five themed lands with distinct identities and purposes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInvent the Attractions\u003c\/strong\u003e — build a balanced collection of rides, shows, exhibits, play areas, and other experiences.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuild the Park Map\u003c\/strong\u003e — assemble a four-page master map with paths, landmarks, services, and guest flow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMake the Money Work\u003c\/strong\u003e — balance a fictional $100 million development budget and document the tradeoffs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrice the Experience\u003c\/strong\u003e — set adult and child ticket prices and calculate an opening-day revenue scenario.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign the Guest Experience\u003c\/strong\u003e — test the park with guest profiles and make a focused improvement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSell the Park\u003c\/strong\u003e — create an opening-day advertisement and 30-second commercial script.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOpen the Park\u003c\/strong\u003e — assemble the final design board, deliver an Opening-Day Pitch, answer an audience question, and reflect.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat the complete download includes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStart Here + Parent Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e — 12 pages covering setup, print plan, support labels, pacing, materials, safety, stage overview, and mastery guidance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStudent Park Designer Book\u003c\/strong\u003e — a 50-page, ten-stage learner workbook with design decisions, calculations, revisions, and presentation planning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePark Builder Pack\u003c\/strong\u003e — 24 pages of map pieces, planning cards, fictional costs, optional budget tokens, tickets, guest profiles, marketing supports, design-board pieces, audience cards, and certificate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrivate Parent Guide + Examples\u003c\/strong\u003e — 14 pages of private examples, verified math, staged hints, sample layouts, a pitch model, and completion criteria.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAcademic skills with a meaningful purpose\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents use addition, multiplication, budgeting, pricing, revenue math, writing, spatial reasoning, visual communication, economics, branding, planning, empathy, design thinking, revision, and oral presentation to solve one ambitious creative challenge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eA substantial final result\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe completed project includes an original park, a four-page master map, balanced budget, ticket strategy, guest-experience plan, advertisement, final design board, and Opening-Day Pitch—work the student can display, explain, and proudly claim as their own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSimple setup with ordinary supplies\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a printer, standard paper, pencil, colored pencils or crayons, child-safe scissors, glue or a glue stick, clear tape, a ruler, and scrap paper. Poster board, cardboard, index cards, sticky notes, building bricks, string, and recycled craft materials are optional. A 3D model is never required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConceptual design only:\u003c\/strong\u003e ride concepts, costs, prices, and accessibility activities are fictional learning exercises. Students do not engineer real amusement rides or prepare construction plans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImagine the world. Plan the attractions. Balance the budget. Open the gates.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is a digital download. No physical product will be shipped.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Capable by Design","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54277371003244,"sku":null,"price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1004\/6429\/6300\/files\/design-theme-park-primary.jpg?v=1788304014"},{"product_id":"dinosaur-dig-junior-paleontologist-expedition","title":"Dinosaur Dig: Junior Paleontologist Expedition","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat if your child could do more than read about dinosaurs? What if they could become the paleontologist?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDinosaur Dig: Junior Paleontologist Expedition\u003c\/strong\u003e is a complete project-based science adventure for ages 6–8. Across ten connected sessions, your child follows a mystery track, investigates fossils, plays evidence games, maps a dig site, excavates sixteen printable fossil pieces, reconstructs a mystery dinosaur, and transforms the discoveries into a mini natural-history museum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEvery activity contributes to one tangible final outcome. The field records, fossil pieces, skeleton, dinosaur profile, signs, labels, visitor ticket, and tour prompts become part of a project children can proudly display, photograph, and share.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDesigned for junior paleontologists ages 6–8\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe expedition works especially well for homeschool science, project-based learning, enrichment, project weeks, co-op activities, and children who love dinosaurs. Each session is clearly scripted and visually guided. Reading support is welcome, and response-heavy pages invite children to say it, draw it, or write it so developing readers and reluctant writers can participate fully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTen connected sessions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eJoin the Dig\u003c\/strong\u003e — create a scientist identity and investigate a mystery track.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFossil Detectives\u003c\/strong\u003e — explore body and trace fossils and make a safe fossil-impression model.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDinosaur Clue Lab\u003c\/strong\u003e — solve an illustrated dinosaur evidence challenge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMap the Dig Site\u003c\/strong\u003e — use coordinates in a fossil-rescue game.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Big Dig\u003c\/strong\u003e — excavate, map, sort, measure, and label sixteen supplied fossil pieces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRebuild the Dinosaur\u003c\/strong\u003e — reconstruct the mystery theropod skeleton.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDinosaur Mystery\u003c\/strong\u003e — sort claims into Evidence, Inference, and Not Certain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMuseum Scientist\u003c\/strong\u003e — choose and study one of six featured dinosaurs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuild the Museum\u003c\/strong\u003e — assemble the field records and discoveries into a mini exhibit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinal Expedition\u003c\/strong\u003e — open the museum and give a short visitor tour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat the 65-page download includes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo-minute Start Here + Parent Quick Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e — printing, complete materials, session setup, support labels, safety guidance, and pacing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTen-session Junior Paleontologist Field Journal\u003c\/strong\u003e — scripted teaching, visually guided child pages, science references, and answer support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrintable excavation and reconstruction pieces\u003c\/strong\u003e — mystery clue, coordinate game, sixteen fossil pieces, dig grid, number tags, and skeleton puzzle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMini-museum materials\u003c\/strong\u003e — dinosaur profiles, specimen records, exhibit signs, labels, visitor ticket, tour prompts, and completion certificate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eScience, math, communication, and capability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChildren practice observation, fossil science, evidence and inference, coordinate grids, counting, comparing, measurement, organization, perseverance, decision-making, revision, concise writing, visual communication, and oral presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNo special excavation kit required\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe full experience works with the included printable fossil pieces and common household materials: paper, pencil, coloring tools, child-safe scissors, glue, clear tape, cardboard or a shoebox, a shallow tray, safe household filler, a small brush, ruler, sorting cups or envelopes, and modeling clay or salt dough. All child research facts are included, so no internet research is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilt for real homes and real children\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdults receive clear preparation instructions without having to invent lessons or search for missing information. Most sessions take approximately 30–60 minutes. The simulated dig requires adult setup and supervision; the project avoids plaster, cement, chemicals, heat, dusty materials, and sharp digging tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiscover. Investigate. Dig. Reconstruct. Create. Present.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is a digital download. No physical product will be shipped.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Capable by Design","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54277380866412,"sku":null,"price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1004\/6429\/6300\/files\/dinosaur-dig-primary.jpg?v=1788305799"},{"product_id":"mission-mars-stem-project-ages-8-11","title":"Mission: Mars — Design a Human Mars Expedition","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlan the mission. Engineer the base. Defend every decision.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMission: Mars — Design a Human Mars Expedition\u003c\/strong\u003e is a complete ten-mission STEM project for ages 8–11. Your child becomes the lead designer of a future human expedition, investigates the Martian environment, chooses a landing site, plans a habitat, engineers life support and power, equips a rover, responds to an emergency, and builds a showable 3D Mars base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEvery activity contributes to one connected goal: a mission that can keep a crew safe, support exploration, survive an emergency, and stand up to questions from Mission Control. Children rank priorities, compare evidence, work within point budgets, make tradeoffs, test their thinking, and revise their design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDesigned for young engineers ages 8–11\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMission: Mars works especially well for homeschool STEM, project-based learning, gifted learners, enrichment, project weeks, co-op activities, and children who love space, building, drawing, systems, or explaining how things work. No previous Mars or engineering knowledge is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTen connected missions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMission Launch\u003c\/strong\u003e — create a mission identity, choose a lead role, and rank expedition priorities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSurvive Mars\u003c\/strong\u003e — investigate Martian conditions and identify the systems a human crew needs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChoose a Landing Zone\u003c\/strong\u003e — compare three training sites, score the evidence, and defend a choice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEngineer the Habitat\u003c\/strong\u003e — plan a pressurized habitat, airlock, shelter, and functional crew spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKeep the Crew Alive\u003c\/strong\u003e — design air, water, food, waste, and emergency-reserve systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower + Communication\u003c\/strong\u003e — plan primary and backup power and experience communication delay.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExplore the Surface\u003c\/strong\u003e — choose rover instruments, manage a payload budget, and plan a science route.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEmergency Simulation\u003c\/strong\u003e — respond to a paper mission failure, use backup systems, and revise the design.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuild Mars Base\u003c\/strong\u003e — turn the written plan into a labeled three-dimensional habitat and exploration base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinal Mission Review\u003c\/strong\u003e — present the expedition, defend key choices, and answer Mission Control questions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat the 77-page download includes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStart Here + Parent Quick Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e — printing, complete materials, mission setup, support levels, safety protocol, and pacing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTen scripted Mission Guides + Student Mission Dossier\u003c\/strong\u003e — priorities, scoring matrices, point budgets, maps, system plans, logs, and revision records.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMars reference and simulation tools\u003c\/strong\u003e — age-appropriate science, engineering requirements, landing cards, habitat and life-support decisions, rover tools, and emergency scenarios.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3D Mars base construction kit\u003c\/strong\u003e — habitat-module net, base components, planning mat, explanation placards, and completion checklist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinal Mission Review\u003c\/strong\u003e — readiness checklist, presentation prompts, reviewer form, final challenge, and Certified Mars Mission Designer certificate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSubstantial STEM with a meaningful purpose\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChildren practice space science, engineering requirements, tradeoffs, redundancy, life support, power, communication delay, scoring matrices, point budgets, measurement, planning, organization, prioritizing, problem solving, creativity, perseverance, revision, and presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNo specialty space kit required\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe complete experience works with common household craft materials: printed pages, pencil, coloring tools, child-safe scissors, glue or tape, ruler, cardboard or cereal-box board, scrap paper, and a small folder. Cardstock, foil, craft sticks, paper cups or tubes, modeling clay, and recycled packaging are optional. All facts, cards, data, and examples are included; no internet research is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuilt for real homes and real children\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost missions take approximately 30–50 minutes; the model-building mission may take 60–90 minutes. Student work can usually be completed independently after the Mission Guide is read. Adult help is clearly identified for cardboard cutting, model construction, and the paper emergency simulation. The project does not use flame, heat, chemicals, power tools, or sharp hobby knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eA final project worth displaying\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe completed mission includes a connected Mars dossier, a labeled 3D base, explanation placards, and a formal Mission Control presentation. The learner explains at least five design decisions, discusses tradeoffs, answers a reviewer question, and shows how the expedition improved after testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlan the mission. Engineer the base. Defend every decision.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is a digital download. No physical product will be shipped.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Capable by Design","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54277389353324,"sku":null,"price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1004\/6429\/6300\/files\/mission-mars-primary.jpg?v=1788307225"},{"product_id":"create-your-own-board-game-project-ages-8-12","title":"Create Your Own Board Game","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInvent it. Build it. Test it. Improve it. Then challenge someone to play.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCreate Your Own Board Game\u003c\/strong\u003e is a complete ten-session design project for ages 8–12. Your child becomes the game designer, moving from a first idea to an original, fully playable board game with its own objective, rules, choices, board, components, and win condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is more than a “decorate a game board” activity. Students study what makes games work, choose mechanics, think through fairness and probability, build a prototype, write clear instructions, watch real players test the design, gather feedback, revise the weak spots, and launch a polished Version 2.0 another person can learn and play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDesigned for creative problem-solvers ages 8–12\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis project works especially well for homeschool enrichment, project-based learning, applied math, creative writing, design thinking, independent study, co-op activities, and children who love games, inventing, drawing, strategy, or building things. No previous game-design experience is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTen connected sessions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThink Like a Game Designer\u003c\/strong\u003e — discover the objective, rules, choices, turn structure, and ending that make a game work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInvent Your Game\u003c\/strong\u003e — choose a theme, players, objective, and win condition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuild the Game Engine\u003c\/strong\u003e — decide what players do, what choices they make, and how turns work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMake It Fair\u003c\/strong\u003e — explore chance, strategy, probability, rewards, and game balance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign the Game World\u003c\/strong\u003e — plan a board that is imaginative, readable, and functional.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuild Your Prototype\u003c\/strong\u003e — turn the plan into the first playable version.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWrite the Rulebook\u003c\/strong\u003e — create instructions another player can understand without help.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRun a Playtest\u003c\/strong\u003e — observe real players and collect useful evidence.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImprove Your Game\u003c\/strong\u003e — solve problems, revise the design, and build Version 2.0.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinal Challenge: Launch Your Game\u003c\/strong\u003e — teach someone to play and prove the finished game works.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat the 84-page complete project includes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStart Here guidance\u003c\/strong\u003e — materials, print labels, independence cues, adult-help notes, and a ten-session roadmap.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGame-design lessons and student work pages\u003c\/strong\u003e — idea development, mechanics, fairness, probability, board planning, rules, playtesting, revision, and reflection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReusable Game Maker Toolkit\u003c\/strong\u003e — multiple board layouts, blank cards, player tokens, counters, point notes, a spinner, paper die, tiles, score tracker, mini rulebook, and storage labels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlaytesting and revision tools\u003c\/strong\u003e — observer notes, feedback forms, problem-finding prompts, and a Version 2.0 plan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eParent and facilitator support\u003c\/strong\u003e — example responses and practical rule-clarity notes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinal Challenge materials\u003c\/strong\u003e — polish checklist, launch record, designer reflection, and printable Certified Game Designer certificate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e49-page Core Printables convenience file\u003c\/strong\u003e — the student work pages, final challenge materials, certificate, and complete toolkit gathered into one easier-to-print file.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMeaningful learning built into the design process\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents practice planning, organization, problem-solving, decision-making, logical thinking, probability and mathematical reasoning, procedural writing, communication, multistep directions, receiving feedback, evaluating results, revision, perseverance, and presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNo special game-making kit required\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe project uses common household materials: printed pages as needed, pencil and eraser, crayons or colored pencils, scissors, glue or tape, and plain paper. Children may use cardstock, recycled cardboard, laminating materials, coins, buttons, LEGO pieces, small toys, or other safe household objects if desired. A printable spinner and paper die are included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDesigned for growing independence\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost sessions take approximately 30–60 minutes; building and playtesting may take longer. Clear labels show when a child can work independently, when a playtester is needed, and when adult help may be useful. Adult help is recommended when cutting thick cardboard, and children should not use craft knives or utility knives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eA finished project made to be played\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe project is complete when another person can understand the rules, set up the game, make their own choices, and reach a real ending. The final result is not simply a workbook—it is something your child created, tested, improved, and can proudly put on the table and say, “I made this game. Want to play?”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInvent it. Build it. Test it. Improve it. Play it.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is a digital download. No physical product will be shipped.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Capable by Design","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54323836027244,"sku":null,"price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1004\/6429\/6300\/files\/FfWPkdQONMISLzly.jpg?v=1788828108"},{"product_id":"mad-scientist-lab-science-project-ages-8-12","title":"Mad Scientist Lab","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAsk better questions. Test one thing at a time. Follow the evidence.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMad Scientist Lab\u003c\/strong\u003e is a complete ten-investigation science project for ages 8–12. Your child does more than follow experiment instructions—they learn how scientists ask measurable questions, make predictions, run fair tests, record evidence honestly, solve problems, revise ideas, and explain what their results do and do not show.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is not a packet of disconnected science activities. The investigations follow a purposeful progression: \u003cstrong\u003eLearn → Practice → Test → Design → Improve → Present.\u003c\/strong\u003e Students begin with guided investigations and gradually take on more responsibility until they are ready to design, conduct, analyze, improve, and present an original adult-approved experiment of their own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDesigned for curious scientists ages 8–12\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMad Scientist Lab works especially well for homeschool enrichment, project-based learning, STEM study, applied science, independent work, co-op activities, and children who love experimenting, investigating, building, or asking “What happens if…?” No science background is required for the parent or student.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTen connected investigations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWelcome to the Laboratory\u003c\/strong\u003e — distinguish observations from inferences and build strong evidence notes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Mystery of the Floating Layers\u003c\/strong\u003e — investigate density with a colorful liquid-layer test.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Invisible Gas\u003c\/strong\u003e — create a gas-producing reaction and compare one carefully controlled variable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Color-Changing Laboratory\u003c\/strong\u003e — use red-cabbage indicator to investigate acids and bases.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs It a Liquid or a Solid?\u003c\/strong\u003e — explore the unusual force-dependent behavior of Oobleck.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater That Climbs\u003c\/strong\u003e — investigate capillary action with a walking-water setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInvisible Forces\u003c\/strong\u003e — test magnetic materials and build a magnetic maze.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Evidence Lab\u003c\/strong\u003e — use paper chromatography to reveal pigments inside washable marker ink.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuild Your Own Experiment\u003c\/strong\u003e — choose a measurable question, identify variables, write a repeatable procedure, and receive adult safety approval.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinal Lab Challenge\u003c\/strong\u003e — run the original experiment, record repeated trials, analyze the evidence, improve the design, and present the findings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat the two-PDF, 60-page download includes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e20-page Start Here + Parent Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e — setup, complete materials list, materials by investigation, adult-help levels, safety, cleanup, expected results, troubleshooting, science explanations, coaching prompts, answer guidance, and final-showcase requirements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e40-page Student Lab Book\u003c\/strong\u003e — Scientist ID, Laboratory Safety Contract, evidence cycle, visual setup guide, investigation instructions, recording pages, optional Advanced Scientist Challenges, experiment-design tools, results and conclusion pages, and completion audit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal-experiment planning tools\u003c\/strong\u003e — Safe Experiment Menu, variable planning, repeatable-procedure page, adult approval, pre-lab quality check, and multi-trial results table.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinal Lab Display Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e — print-ready project display, question and plan cards, evidence and conclusion cards, and space for a photo or drawing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePresentation support\u003c\/strong\u003e — a concise Two-Minute Scientist Talk guide that helps students explain the question, test, results, conclusion, and next step.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertified Mad Scientist certificate\u003c\/strong\u003e — earned after completing all ten investigations, conducting an original fair test, recording evidence honestly, and presenting a scientific conclusion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eReal science and real-life skills\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudents explore density, chemical reactions, acids and bases, non-Newtonian fluid behavior, capillary action, magnetism, chromatography, variables, fair testing, repeated trials, evidence-based conclusions, and experimental design. Along the way, they practice planning, organization, careful measurement, following multistep directions, problem-solving, perseverance, evaluating results, revision, communication, and presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNo expensive science kit required\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe investigations use common household and craft materials such as water, clear cups, baking soda, vinegar, red cabbage, lemon juice, food coloring, paper towels, cornstarch, washable markers, balloons, cardboard, paper clips, and one ordinary child-safe craft, refrigerator, or educational magnet. The Parent Guide includes both a complete materials list and materials organized by investigation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSafety and adult help are built in\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery investigation clearly identifies whether the child can work independently after setup, whether adult help is recommended, or whether adult supervision is required. The included Laboratory Safety Contract covers splash protection, safe balloon and magnet handling, approved materials, cleanup, scissors, and honest recordkeeping. An adult must approve the student’s original question, materials, and procedure before testing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUse only the named food and kitchen materials. Never use household cleaners, medicines, unknown chemicals, flames, boiling water, pressure experiments, high-powered loose magnets, or sharp tools beyond ordinary supervised scissors. A surprising result is still evidence—the goal is careful testing, not a predetermined outcome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eA final mission worth presenting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe project is complete when the student has designed and run an original fair test, recorded the results, written an evidence-based conclusion, identified a limitation or improvement, built a Final Lab Display, and presented the experiment to at least one other person. Only then do they earn the Certified Mad Scientist certificate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTen hands-on investigations. One original experiment. A complete Mad Scientist Lab experience.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis is a digital download. No physical science supplies or other physical products will be shipped.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Capable by Design","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54324028178796,"sku":null,"price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1004\/6429\/6300\/files\/ldXvVoCFxipeIQdN.jpg?v=1788829661"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1004\/6429\/6300\/collections\/EJQmmKeHeseJzWIg.webp?v=1788830051","url":"https:\/\/capablebydesign.academy\/collections\/capable-projects.oembed","provider":"Capable By Design","version":"1.0","type":"link"}