--- title: "Hands-On STEM Projects & DIY Kits for Kids in Bengaluru" description: "Build real DIY projects with Tinkernauts. From hydraulic mazes to electric guitars, we teach kids real STEM skills using actual tools. Join us in Bengaluru." canonical: https://mytribe.in/tinkernauts.in/stem-programs-for-schools/our-project-showcase last_updated: 2025-08-31 --- # Hands-On STEM Projects and DIY Builds Tribe Verified · Trusted partner for Bengaluru's top schools. By [Tinkernauts](https://mytribe.in/tinkernauts.in) · Available for schools across Bengaluru · ₹950 Per Student Per Session (Approx. 2 Hours) (estimate) Part of [STEM Programs for Schools](https://mytribe.in/tinkernauts.in/stem-programs-for-schools). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/tinkernauts.in/stem-programs-for-schools/gallery) Forget plastic imitation kits. Here, your child builds functional gadgets, from hydraulic mazes to electric guitars, using real screwdrivers, soldering irons, and hot glue guns. ## Photos and videos - [Video: Watch a scribble bot come to life. By attaching a simple vibration motor to a frame made of sketch pens, students create a robot that doodles unique patterns, learning about motors and balance in the process.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/bdb9cca8-4240-4969-b77b-eba450a0e4d2) - ![Students assemble a hydraulic maze, learning to control movement using syringes and tubes filled with water. This project makes the concept of hydraulic power tangible and fun.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/98bdc510-f2e4-4efa-b53d-17df5e78ce36) - [Video: Who knew a plastic bottle could become a Bluetooth speaker? This project teaches students about sound, acoustics, and basic electronics, and they get to take home a functional speaker they built themselves.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e580428b-8865-4323-9fc3-b6e3eabf6b6f) - [Video: Yes, your child can build a working electric guitar from scratch using cardboard and a Makey Makey kit. This project is a fantastic blend of music, electronics, and creativity.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/26f7124f-bd1e-4d7c-b8aa-7bcbe38e0e4e) - [Video: This student repurposed parts from an old remote control car to build a new one. She explains how she reused the receiver and transmitter, demonstrating a great understanding of electronics and sustainability.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/adf6ec1f-163a-48b8-b37e-d2c6b28c78ff) - [Video: Meet Pinky, Timmy, and Tangles. Our students take great pride in their creations, and that includes giving them names. Here, they introduce the insect bots they built and customized.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c0b19399-bb17-4376-907f-f71470142e04) - ![A close-up of a student assembling the gear mechanism of an insect bot. This project is a great introduction to mechanics, teaching how gears transfer motion.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/18eefaac-9744-4b3a-b9e9-2265df7a6f5a) - ![A student connects the battery pack to their insect bot, completing the circuit. This is a key moment where they see how motors are powered to bring their robot to life.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/67ee5cc3-70cf-44e1-bf6f-f4cfe3bb7ff3) - ![A finished art bot, complete with googly eyes, gets a thumbs up from its creator. This project is always a favorite, blending art with engineering in a delightful way.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/0a511994-315c-425f-9682-579630968aa4) - ![A student examines a 3D printed wind-up car. This project focuses on pure mechanics, using a spring and gears to power the vehicle without any electronics.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/24b1e564-a4a6-4f79-8396-8bdf27634564) - ![The components of our DIY 3D Printed Wind-Up Car Kit, including a vernier caliper for precise measurements. This kit teaches mechanical principles from the ground up.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/21252bcb-85c5-4e92-975b-181302fe35a2) - ![A close-up of our 3D printed cycloid drawing machine. The intricate gears are designed to create beautiful geometric patterns, providing a hands-on lesson in math and physics.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/209aa04f-a20d-4ecc-90a1-107e0f72466a) - [Video: In this video, one of our 10-year-old students explains how he and his team built a dynamo torch. They used a motor, 3D printed parts, and a recycled bottle to create a hand-cranked emergency light.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/9c16e7f8-7973-4d3c-981d-082a7ecfdcce) - ![A lineup of colorful DIY cars built by students at a workshop at Yahoo India. Each car is a testament to the student's effort in wiring the motors and assembling the chassis.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/d8297f33-a4ec-4440-a174-0893beac1f37) - [Video: Watch our hydraulic disc brake model in action. Students build this entire system from cardboard, syringes, and a simple motor to understand the core principles behind the brakes in a real car.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1060a2f1-49ed-4575-84e6-fc24a53780e3) - ![A student uses a glue gun to assemble the cardboard frame for a hydraulic disc brake model. This project requires careful construction to ensure the mechanical parts work correctly.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/2a1cc0ef-67ac-42f6-a91a-1e616a6817a4) - ![Another angle of a student constructing the disc brake model, showing their focus and engagement. We provide all the necessary tools, including glue guns and cutters, in a safe environment.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/dd7bc8c6-9751-491c-87ed-d94d495bc52b) - ![A student uses a wire stripper to prepare the wiring for the motor in the disc brake project. This is a key step in learning basic electronics and tool safety.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7631b2a0-2cd6-42ef-a6e8-af750bee2b7b) - ![The completed hydraulic disc brake model, with the master cylinder and caliper clearly labeled. This hands-on model makes a complex engineering concept easy to understand.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1ed1609c-4479-4f37-b9a5-8c2366abb95f) - [Video: This student proudly demonstrates his 3D-printed grabber claw. He explains how he designed and made it himself because "making is more fun" than buying.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/4b282d5e-df0f-40fd-ae21-64ff9bec1e8c) - [Video: We see trash, but our students see potential. This short video shows how we turn discarded items like plastic bottles and old motors into a functional Bluetooth speaker.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/738a990d-1502-45ee-862d-d9e5234c3cba) - [Video: This montage shows the process of creation, from a glass of water to a bubbling, illuminated device. It captures the essence of our workshops: turning simple materials into something magical.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/a7bf92ed-a543-4ad5-8a3e-2fef98acecac) ## About Our Project Showcase Every project you see here is designed to be taken apart. Whether it is a hydraulic maze or a Bluetooth speaker, our focus is on the mechanics inside. If you are looking to book a session, please note that your child will be handling real tools like soldering irons and drills, which is why we strictly maintain a 1:10 facilitator ratio to ensure safety and guidance while they figure things out. Building things with your hands teaches a resilience that theory cannot. In our Bengaluru workshops, we move past textbook definitions and jump straight into the 'why' and 'how'. ### Why the 'Messy Middle' Matters When a student builds a wind-up car or an insect bot, things often go wrong. That is where we step in. Our senior instructors do not fix the problem for them. Instead, they guide the student through troubleshooting. If a circuit fails or a gear jams, that is the most valuable part of the lesson. ### What We Build * **Mechanical Systems:** Projects like our hydraulic disc brake model use syringes and tubing to demonstrate fluid pressure. We use laser-cut wood and cardboard rather than flimsy plastic to ensure the build has structural integrity. * **Electronics:** From basic circuit boards in our insect bots to Bluetooth speakers made from repurposed bottles, students learn to connect wires, manage batteries, and solder components safely. * **Hardware Skills:** Our deeper modules for older students include actual PC disassembly, where they learn to handle motherboards, RAM, and GPUs, along with bicycle maintenance like chain fixing and brake calibration. ### The 'Real Tools' Promise We believe using real tools builds confidence. We provide safety goggles and supervised access to hot glue guns, power drivers, and 3D printers. Every child walks away not just with a finished project, but with the knowledge of how to use the tool, fix the gear, and design a custom part on CAD software when they are ready to level up. Whether you are looking for a one-off workshop or a semester-long club, our goal is to turn consumers into creators. ## About Tinkernauts I am Rohan. My team and I focus on the messy middle of building because that is where the real learning happens. We do not just teach kids to follow instructions. We teach them to figure out how things work and how to fix them when they inevitably break. 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