FabConnectHer is a dynamic initiative aimed at bridging the gender gap in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) fields by empowering women and girls through education and innovation. Leveraging the unique potential of Fab Labs across Europe, FabConnectHer provides hands-on learning experiences, mentorship programs, and creative opportunities. The program fosters an inclusive environment where participants are encouraged to explore digital fabrication, experiment with technology, and develop skills that inspire innovation, diversity, and leadership. More info Here: https://fabconnecther.
FCH – Clayprinting
The “Clayprinting” activity is part of the FabConnectHer project, which supports young women to build skills, get inspired, and find opportunities in STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and maths). In…
FCH – Earring bottle caps
The “Earring bottle caps” activity is part of the FabConnectHer project, which helps young women get inspired, learn new skills, and find opportunities in STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and…
FCH – Floating Light
The “Floating Light” is part of the FabConnectHer project, which supports young women in learning new skills in science, technology, engineering, art, and maths (STEAM). In this lesson, students make…
FCH – Glass Laser Engraving
The “Glass Laser Engraving” activity is part of the FabConnectHer project, which helps young women learn new skills in science, technology, engineering, art, and maths (STEAM). In this lesson, students…
FCH – Ozo and Dash bot plans
The “Ozo and Dash bot plans” activity is part of the FabConnectHer project, which helps young women learn skills in science, technology, engineering, art, and maths (STEAM). In this…
FCH – Perry the Platypus
The “Creating Perry the Platypus from MDF Wood” activity is part of the FabConnectHer project, which supports young women in learning new skills in science, technology, engineering, art, and maths…
FCH – Sticker
The “Sticker” activity is part of the FabConnectHer project, which helps young women build creativity and confidence in science, technology, engineering, art, and maths (STEAM). In this lesson, students design…
FCH – Design your own Tiny House
The “Design Your Own Tiny House” activity is part of the FabConnectHer project, which helps young women learn skills in science, technology, engineering, art, and maths (STEAM). In this lesson,…
FCH – Rocket Launching
The “Building and Launching Water Rockets” activity is part of the FabConnectHer project, which helps young women explore creativity and technology through fun, hands-on projects in STEAM (science, technology, engineering,…
FCH – Scanning and routing a human face
The “Scanning a Human Face and CNC Machining a 3D Model” activity is part of the FabConnectHer project, which encourages young women to explore creativity and technology through STEAM (science,…
FCH – Taking care of myself
This activity is part of the FabConnectHer project, dedicated to empowering future female innovators by providing inspiration, skills, and networks to make a meaningful impact in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering,…
FCH – Electronic circuits with conductive dough
This activity is part of the FabConnectHer project, dedicated to empowering future female innovators through inspiration, skills and networks to make an impact in the field of STEAM through education,…
FCH – Quiz Board
This activity is part of the FabConnectHer project, dedicated to empowering future female innovators by providing inspiration, skills, and networks to make a meaningful impact in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering,…
FCH – FUN GEOMETRY (Building Geodesic Domes)
This activity is part of the FabConnectHer project, dedicated to empowering future female innovators through inspiration, skills and networks to make an impact in the field of STEAM through education,…
About FabConnectHer
FabConnectHer is a dynamic initiative aimed at bridging the gender gap in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) fields by empowering women and girls through education and innovation. Leveraging the unique potential of Fab Labs across Europe, FabConnectHer provides hands-on learning experiences, mentorship programs, and creative opportunities. The program fosters an inclusive environment where participants are encouraged to explore digital fabrication, experiment with technology, and develop skills that inspire innovation, diversity, and leadership. More info Here: https://fabconnecther.
Biomimicry Prototype Project: Sustainable Design Inspired by Rolly Pollies
In this lesson, 3rd grade students will observe and study characteristics and patterns found in nature that can be imitated to solve real-world problems. This approach is called biomimicry. As…
April 14, 2026
SMART PLANT SYSTEMS (MICRO:BIT + 3D DESIGN)
Students will design and grow a plant in a custom 3D-printed pot while building a micro:bit-based sensor system to monitor environmental conditions (light, temperature, and soil moisture). They will use…
April 13, 2026
The Magic of Sound: Rainstick Resonance Lab
This project combines physical computing with music, science, art, and math. It uses a micro:bit to detect the ideal sound of a rain stick and react two ways: “rain-like” sound…
April 13, 2026
Agro-Tech Dome قبة التكنولوجيا الزراعية
يستكشف المشاركون كيف يمكن للتكنولوجيا أن تدعم الزراعة المستدامة والحفاظ على الأعشاب والنباتات المحلية. من خلال أنشطة عملية، يقوم المتعلمون بتصميم وبناء قبة زراعية (Agri-Dome) باستخدام النمذجة ثلاثية الأبعاد والطباعة…
April 13, 2026
The Magic of Sound: Rain Stick Resonance Lab
This project combines physical computing with music, science, art, and math. It uses a micro:bit to detect the ideal sound of a rain stick and react two ways: “rain-like” sound…
April 13, 2026
Technology and Ecosystems
In elementary, we try to have classes work together to give students the opportunity to have integrated, meaningful learning. During this unit, the kids from second grade were learning about…
April 13, 2026
Smart Recycling System: Building an AI-powered bin
Students build, and program a smart recycling bin that automatically opens when a specific type of waste is recognised. Using a Micro:bit, a servo motor, and a machine learning model…
April 11, 2026
Interactive Electronic Board Game
Your students will use probability, design and technology to create their own unique board game.
April 10, 2026
BOOKmarks for BookDay
In this lesson, students will become familiar with the concept of biomaterials, their types, and differences. They will learn how to make biomaterials and correctly calculate proportions. The final product…
April 10, 2026
Exploring Feelings through English, Art and Technology
This interdisciplinary lesson integrates English and Art using the picture book Camille and the Sunflowers. Students explore themes of kindness and empathy while learning about the artistic style of Vincent van Gogh. Singapore primary schools…
April 7, 2026
Steepness with MicroBit
During this lesson, students design a car using the material found in the fablab. This car should be able to hold the MicroBit and its battery pack. Using their creations,…
April 6, 2026
Human Reaction Time
Students will create their own game in which they will react quickly when a signal appears using scratch and Makey-Makey. The students create their code, and connect the makey makey.…
April 6, 2026
The Tecolote Lab: Transforming Waste into Art
In this lesson, students get inspired by the iconic “Tecolotes” (owls) of artist Arnoldo Ramírez Amaya, and explore color value by extracting natural pigments from coffee waste. Instead of…
April 6, 2026
Smart car challenge with Micro:bit
Students will design, build, and program a model car that uses a micro:bit to measure acceleration and represent it through lights and sounds. The project integrates Science, Technology, Engineering, Art,…
April 4, 2026
Plant Care Assistant
The collaboration with FLA participants during the Field Activity was a valuable learning experience. She contributed professional suggestions and practical perspectives in the preparation, code development, testing, and optimization stages,…
March 29, 2026
Future Designs for Digital Wellness
This session explores how technology affects our focus and emotions, and how design can support healthier digital habits. Participants will identify a digital wellbeing challenge, map a simple user journey,…
March 25, 2026STANDARDS-ALIGNED
Community contributed lessons aligned with Common Core State Standards (CCSS) and Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) offer formal educators innovative pathways to teaching content knowledge. The Fab I Can Statements are a resource to develop technology-literate learning progressions to align with content standards.
FAB TESTED
Periodically lessons are adapted and tested by the Fab Foundation team based on a call for submissions from fabbers, educators, and makers. Our inaugural set of lessons for the SCOPES-DF project were Fab Tested in 2016 and are tagged Fab Tested on the website.
OPEN-SOURCE VALUES
Lessons are distributed under a Creative Commons CC BY-NC license, that permits free use and re-purposing by others.