Joan Horvath

Flier for 3d printing class on March 31 and April 1, 4:15 to 6:15 PM. Signup at educationaladvancement.org/upcoming-pd

We are looking forward to teaching 3D printing and applications (like our math models!) for our friends @ieagifted.bsky.social on March 31 and April 1, after school. More at link on flier!

Joan and Rich in front of pile of their books

Starting a math class and freaked out? We have you covered - our Make: Calculus book teaches calculus concepts with LEGO bricks and 3D prints. Check it (and our Make:Geometry and Make: Trigonometry books) out at www.makershed.com/collections/... #STEMeducation #math #calculus

3D printed ships from the era when sail was giving way to steam.

Two more days to sign up for classes we teach @ieagifted.bsky.social in Pasadena. Wed 1/7 signup deadline for session which runs Jan. 26-April 27. educationaladvancement.org/programs/iea... We teach 3 classes on Weds - Sail+Steam (Victorian tech!), Mindstorms, Animatronics. #eduSKY #STEAM

Covers of our four books - Make: Geometry, Trig, Calculus and a Teacher's Guide, with 3D prints featured on the covers of all three.

If you were thinking about giving the gift of learning (re-learning?) math differently, our Make: books are on sale today! Check them out at
www.makershed.com/collections/... #STEMeducation #math #maker

Maker Faire Bay Area 2025 Join us at Maker Faire Bay Area! Celebrate creativity, innovation, and DIY spirit with hands-on projects, tech, demos, and inspiring makers.

Who will be on Mare Island next Friday-Sunday, Sept. 26-28? Come and say hello to us at Bay Area Maker Faire, in Coal Shed 4 (along with the Maker Shed!)
Tickets and more at bayarea.makerfaire.com

Can't make it? Our books are on sale in the Maker Shed too! www.makershed.com/collections/...

Only 5 days left until Maker Faire OC 2025!

Get ready for a weekend of invention, creativity, and hands-on fun.

Tickets: oc.makerfaire.com/tickets/

#MakerFaireOC #MFOC2025 #5DaysLeft #greatestshowandtellonearth #OrangeCountyCA #event #fyp #foryoupage

Hackster Classroom for Teachers and Parents: Making Connections, Part 2 Helping parents and teachers navigate hands-on learning. This episode: part 2 of connectors, with a focus on software and protocols.

Part 2 of our @hacksterio.bsky.social series on picking connectors for classroom electronics projects is up! Check it out at www.hackster.io/news/hackste... #eduSky #makerEd

Sumnacon Banana Plug Breadboard Wires 10Pcs Stackable Banana Plug to Jumper Wires Flexible Breadboard Female Jumper Cables Silicone Breadboard Jumper Leads for Power Connecting&Multimeter Testing WHY DO YOU NEED OUR JUMPER WIRES?1. The test leads are made of high quality silicone material which could help with longevity of use, they're soft and supple, and the ends of the leads are sturdy.2. They have 5 variety of colors(red, green, white, black and yellow).So you will not grab the wrong test when testingand enjoy the convenience and practicality of these very useful jumper wires.3. They are useful for connecting components to wires. 4. No matter you’re trying to make a few quick connections to test your circuit or having trouble making your multimeter leads stay where you need them.These are a must-have for your workshop.Size Information: Whole wire length: 11.8 inch/30cm. Cable Material: SiliconePackage includes: 10 x Stackable Banana Plug to Female Jumper Wires

Amazon- we used these since we were connecting to a device w/header pins. www.amazon.com/dp/B0C9TG8MT8

We're looking forward to exhibiting our books and models! Coming up soon!

Hackster Classroom for Teachers and Parents: Making Connections – Part I Helping parents and teachers navigate hands-on learning. This episode: Part 1 of a series on making connections.

Our latest @hacksterio.bsky.social getting started in electronics piece is up! This is part 1 of a series on picking connectors for a project. www.hackster.io/news/hackste... #eduSky #makerEd

Makers at Mathfest - Make: Make: Math authors found open source solutions for STEM education at Mathfest.

A bit about our adventures @joinmaa.bsky.social Mathfest and more! #eduSky #math

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Only 2 days left to sign up as a maker for Maker Faire OC 2025!

Don’t miss your chance to showcase your creativity, connect with the community, and share what you love with curious minds.

Deadline is this Friday, August 8 — apply now: oc.makerfaire.com/call-for-mak...

Many math tiles on a table with hands reaching for the tiles.

Math friends: This week is our first time exhibiting at MathFest in Sacramento. Who else will be there?
Can't make it to Sacramento? Our Make: math books can be found at www.makershed.com/collections/... #eduSky #math

A toy robot arm appears to be reaching for a real one.

Are you looking to get started learning (or teaching) basic electronics, robotics, and similar pursuits? If so, check out our new Hackster Classroom column on @hacksterio.bsky.social.
The first three episodes are up! www.hackster.io/nonscriptum #eduSky #maker

Join us! We're looking forward to exhibiting!

3D printed models of one slit and two slit diffraction patterns

Rich Cameron and I will be exhibiting for the first time at MAA's Mathfest in Sacramento August 6-9 (more at maa.org/event/mathfe...). Nonscriptum is at booth 100. Can't make it? Our books:
www.makershed.com/collections/make-author-spotlights-joan-horvath-and-rich-cameron #edusky #makerEd #STEM

#MeettheMaker: Nonscriptum LLC returns for MFOC 2025! Discover how 3D printing brings math to life with models from Make: Geometry, Make: Trigonometry, & Make: Calculus. Hands-on learning made fun and accessible!

Check out more at their website www.nonscriptum.com

@joanhorvath.bsky.social

Make: Author Spotlight - Joan Horvath and Rich Cameron About the Authors Joan Horvath and Rich “Whosawhatsis” Cameron are the founders of Nonscriptum LLC, a consulting and training firm founded in 2015 in based in Pasadena, California. Joan and Rich focus...

Had enough beach novels? Our Make: math books are full of projects and ideas. Make a castle, figure out your latitude and longitude from a few measurements, or get a jump on calculus (with LEGO bricks!) Teacher/parent guide too. www.makershed.com/collections/... #eduSky #maker

Hackster Classroom for Teachers and Parents: Getting Started with Robotics – Part 1 Helping parents and teachers navigate hands-on learning. This episode: getting started with robotics.

Our latest article for @hacksterio.bsky.social is about getting started with classroom (or home) robotics. www.hackster.io/news/hackste... #eduSky #maker

Rich is holding a 3D printed model and explaining it to children who are just off-camera.

If you missed it, Rich Cameron and I have started writing a column on maker education for our friends at @hacksterio.bsky.social. . Check out all of our Hackster Classroom articles at www.hackster.io/nonscriptum #maker #eduSky

Hackster Classroom for Teachers and Parents: Learning by Making Helping parents and teachers navigate hands-on learning.

Our second "Hackster Classroom" article is up at @hacksterio.bsky.social !‬ This one explores the benefits of learning-by-making. Check it out - and note the invite to chat with us at the end! www.hackster.io/news/hackste... #makerEd #make #stemEducation

Hackster Classroom for Teachers and Parents: Getting Started with Electronics Helping parents and teachers navigate hands-on learning.

Our new endeavor: a maker education column for @hacksterio.bsky.social‬ Check out the first installment at www.hackster.io/news/hackste... #EduSky #maker

Teacher Training & Consulting - Institute for Educational Advancement Much like the Optimal Match and Whole Child methodology we apply to our gifted students, we will work with you to develop a customized, tailored approach that

Join us for a teacher/parent training on using maker tech, including a deep dive into our @Make: math books. Hosted by @ieagifted.bsky.social More: educationaladvancement.org/services/con... #eduSky #maker

We are moving the date of this, to July 23-25

Joan and Rich at an exhibit table with many 3D printed models and a display of their math books.

We're doing a teacher/parent class in August on our Make: math materials, 3D printing, electronics, and classroom project planning. Join us @ieagifted.bsky.social, Pasadena, CA Aug 11-13. educationaladvancement.org/services/con... #eduSky #math #maker #makerEd

Save the Date poster noting City of STEM and LA Maker Faire will be in Exposition Park April 12, 2025. Makey, the Make: logo, is displayed wearing sunglasses

Los Angeles Maker Faire is this Saturday, April 12, from 9-4 in Exposition Park, We are in booth F-10, and at 10:30 I'll be chairing a panel in the Panels tent at the far western end of the venue. Join us! losangeles.makerfaire.com - event is free,but parking can be expensive. #maker

An image of Make's mascot plus text that says "Save the Date: City of STEM and Los Angeles Maker Faire, Exposition Park, April 12, 2025"

It's hard to believe that Los Angeles Maker Faire is already coming up April 12! We'll be exhibiting and I'm organizing a panel on incorporating maker materials in education. More at losangeles.makerfaire.com - note that it is a new venue this year, down by USC. #eduSky #maker

Teacher Training & Consulting - Institute for Educational Advancement Much like the Optimal Match and Whole Child methodology we apply to our gifted students, we will work with you to develop a customized, tailored approach that

We're doing a teacher/parent class in August on our Make: math materials, 3D printing, electronics, and classroom project planning. Join us @ieagifted.bsky.social in Pasadena, CA Aug 11-13. More bit.ly/maker-teache... #eduSky #stemeducation #makerEd

Make: Author Spotlight - Joan Horvath and Rich Cameron About the Authors Joan Horvath and Rich “Whosawhatsis” Cameron are the founders of Nonscriptum LLC, a consulting and training firm founded in 2015 in based in Pasadena, California. Joan and Rich focus...

Amid all the gloom and doom, a bright spot is that our Make: math books are on sale at the moment in the Maker Shed online store.
www.makershed.com/collections/...

Exciting News! We’re launching The OC Makers Foundation to ignite creativity, innovation, and the maker spirit! Learn more about our mission and join us in empowering makers of all ages. Your support makes a difference! #OCMakers #STEAM #makerfaire

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