Seattle, WA (March 19, 2008) - Middle
school students from around the Pacific Northwest will converge
on the University of Washington campus this summer for two intensive
weeks of toymaking, creativity and invention led by Rick Hartman,
‘The Teaching Toymaker.’
The twin courses, running the weeks of June 23 and July 14, offer
students entering grades 6-8 the chance to build and experiment
with toys from around the world, invent gadgets and gizmos of their
own, and learn about patents, the toy business, and creativity.
“I'm thrilled to be working with the University of Washington
again," said Hartman, whose weeklong course last summer, "The
Serious Fun of Toy Design," was filled to capacity with enthusiastic
participants.
"It was really cool," said Crystal, 13, one of last year's
students. "I learned that I actually like to invent my own
toys."
Echoed classmate Zach, "Toymaking was definitely the best
summer camp I've been to."
Hartman explains that his classes are about more than just toys.
"They're about tapping the creative potential in all of us,
about the science and art of design, and of course, about having
fun.”
In addition to offering a repeat of last year's program this summer,
Hartman and UW have added a follow-up program called "The Serious
Fun of Gears, Gadgets and Gizmos."
"Gears and Gadgets will pick up where 'Toymaking' leaves off,"
explains Hartman. "We'll be building contraptions using motors,
battery packs and practical engineering know-how to create truly
fascinating mechanical marvels."
Hartman is an inventor and former teacher whose products have sold
around the world. He's appeared on The Tonight Show, The Discovery
Channel and MTV, and his educational workshops have been featured
at museums around North America including the Smithsonian Institution
and Science World BC.
More information about Rick's classes and others offered by University
of Washington’s Educational Outreach/Academic Programs can
be found by clicking here.
For more information on Rick Hartman, “The Teaching Toymaker,”
visit his website, www.toyworkshop.com.
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