Codable caterpillars, robot unicorns, stop motion animation and digital music – just some of the exciting events coming to Norfolk Libraries in February 2019 as part of DigiFest: A celebration of digital making.
With events for children and young people aged 4-16 there is something to inspire every family. Free workshops will be taking place in every Norfolk Library throughout February. Join us to get hands-on with new and exciting tech, whether that’s simple coding for the under fives or building your own Scribblebot.
Want to take the fun home? We’re looking for the best coders and inventors in Norfolk to take part in our Micro:bit challenge. Borrow a Micro:bit from any Norfolk Library and get building. The best creations will win a half-day session in a Norwich Gaming Café.
Find and follow events on social media by searching for the hashtag #DigiFestNfkLibs.
If you would like to book any of the events, just visit your local library or email libraries.iconnect@norfolk.gov.uk with details of the activity you would like to book, the name and age of the child and a contact telephone number in case of queries.
Design and build something amazing with a Micro:bit for your chance to win a half-day gaming session at One Life Left Norwich gaming café.
Entries will be judged in 3 age categories 7-9 years/10-12 years/13-16 years.
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An introduction to Soundtrap - a new, online music-making platform offering an intuitive gateway to producing, songwriting and recording. Great workshop for beginners, and experienced music-makers who are interested in trying out a new digital audio workstation. For young people aged 14 to 16.
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Scribblebots are amazing robots that draw by themselves. Join us to get hands on with batteries and motors to build a simple robot. A great first experience of robotics for children aged 7-11, no previous experience needed.
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Join us for a storytime with a difference: meet Codeapillar and learn some early coding skills. Perfect for young digital explorers aged 4-6. Children will enjoy a storytime and be able to control the early-years-friendly Code-a-pillar themselves.
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Use your craft and coding skills to build a unique robot unicorn! Powered by a Micro:bit, use your coding skills to control the way the robot moves and lights up. Recommended for children aged 9-12 with some Scratch coding experience.
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Your chance to get hands-on with a real robot. Can you code fast enough to stop him destroying the city? Children aged 6-9 – no coding experience required. Children will learn two different ways to control the robot (Botley), get creative building a city, and work as a team to complete a challenge.
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Digital creativity for children aged 8-11. Use a digital app to make your own animated film featuring Lego figures. No experience needed. We’ll be using tablets with pre-loaded apps, no need to bring your own device.
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