At Conundrum Escapes, we believe that coding is more than just a way to give computers instructions. It’s a creative and exciting tool that empowers young minds to bring their imaginations to life. Our workshops are designed to introduce kids from K-12 to the captivating world of coding while fostering their social skills and identity development.
Socioemotional Learning
Our workshops go beyond coding techniques and algorithms. We understand the importance of developing social and emotional skills in today’s interconnected world. By collaborating on projects, sharing ideas, and providing peer feedback, children learn valuable skills such as communication, teamwork, empathy, and resilience.
Creative Expression
Coding is a unique medium of creative expression. Using the visual coding platforms Scratch Jr. and Scratch, children can turn their imaginative ideas into interactive stories, animations, and games, allowing them to express their emotions, thoughts, and unique perspectives.
Empowering Girls
Our workshops highlight women in computer science to promote a safe space for girls to build self-assurance and help all kids appreciate diversity.
For Girl Scouts, our workshops meet the badge requirements for Coding for Good at the Daisy through Ambassador levels. Register for a regular workshop or contact us to schedule a workshop for your troop.
Join us and unlock the endless possibilities of coding for $10. Whether your child is a budding tech enthusiast or simply curious about exploring new horizons, our workshops will ignite their imagination and empower them to make a positive impact on the world. Book today and inspire the next generation of young innovators.
Select a specific availability to see the workshop topic and age range. We have devices for kids for borrow, or your child may bring their own laptop or tablet.
Don’t see a convenient time? Contact us at [email protected] or (919) 341-9352 to schedule a workshop for 4 or more children.
Adults: Play an escape room while the kids learn! Book an escape room during the workshop for up to 8 adults for $120. For escape room bookings after the workshops, please click here.
Workshop Offerings – Elementary
Grace and the English-Speaking Computer
Using Algorithms to Solve Problems
Grades K-5
Grace Hopper wants to make a computer understand English, but her friends say it can’t be done. Help Grace create a sorting algorithm and learn the power of perseverance. Meets the requirements for the Girl Scout Daisy, Brownie, and Junior Coding Basics badges.
Nancy at NASA
Introduction to Video Game Design
Grades K-5
Houston, we have a problem! Nancy Levenson is on the case, and she’ll help astronauts understand how computers can keep them safe in space. In this workshop, you’ll build a video game and explore how games can make the world safer. Meets the requirements for the Girl Scout Daisy, Brownie, and Junior Digital Game Design badges.
Fei-Fei and the Face of AI
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
Grades K-5
Fei-Fei Li is designing an app to recognize faces. In this workshop, you’ll learn about artificial intelligence and how app designers use AI to meet user’s needs. Meets the requirements for the Girl Scout Daisy, Brownie, and Junior App Development badges.
Workshop Offerings – Middle School
Going Viral with Radia
Understanding Functions and Arguments
Grades 6-8
Radia Perlman wants to connect the world together, but how can she make sure people will listen to her message? Explore the power of the internet to share information and understand how actions have consequences. Meets the requirements for the Girl Scout Cadette Coding Basics badge.
Building Games with Brenda
Introduction to Video Game Design
Grades 6-8
Brenda Laurel is a video game designer who wants to make computer games just for girls. What will the girls have to say? In this workshop, you’ll build a video game and explore how games can change the world. Meets the requirements for the Girl Scout Cadette Digital Game Design badge.
Rana and the Emotional Machine
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
Grades 6-8
Rana el Kaliouby is teaching computers to recognize emotions so that they can help us better. Learn about AI technology and create an app to track healthy habits in this workshop. Meets the requirements for the Girl Scout Cadette App Development badge.
Workshop Offerings – High School
Raye and the Ship-Building Computer
Understanding Functions, Arguments, and IF statements
Grades 9-12
Raye Montague believes she can do the impossible! See how computer programs can be used to express yourself and feel pride in your accomplishments. Meets the requirements for the Girl Scout Senior and Ambassador Coding Basics badges.
Jane and the Art of Video Game Design
Introduction to Video Game Design
Grades 9-12
Jane Ng knows there’s more to video games than pushing buttons. Design your own game and understand the role of creative expression in game design. Meets the requirements for the Girl Scout Senior and Ambassador Digital Game Design badges.
Timnit and the Case of the Tainted Data
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
Grades 9-12
Timnit Gebru has a problem with her AI software – it’s biased! Uncover the sources of AI data bias and build an app to collect and analyze data in this workshop. Meets the requirements for the Girl Scout Senior and Ambassador App Development badges.