TESTIMONIALS

As a PhD in Mechanical Engineering Design with over 15 years in robotics, automation, and simulation, I’ve explored countless ways to introduce design thinking to younger audiences—but InnovatorsTogether truly stands out. Kristine Tsung has created a rare resource that brings real-world engineering concepts to K–12 students using simple, thoughtful, and imaginative projects.

The “Design a Smartphone Holder” lesson, for example, introduces the principles of stability, constraints, and human-centered design—all while using paper and pencils. The “Leprechaun Trap” activity cleverly reinforces iteration, prototyping, and playful problem-solving. Even more advanced ideas like the “Food Truck” or “Caring Robot” projects introduce systems-level thinking and empathy—concepts that are often missing even in undergraduate classrooms.
What sets this apart is how effortlessly these templates embed core design principles: user need, function, form, and iterative improvement. I wish I had been exposed to this kind of thinking earlier in life—it’s exactly the kind of mindset that fuels innovation.

I highly recommend InnovatorsTogether to educators, mentors, and parents who want to spark curiosity and confidence in the next generation of problem-solvers.

-Sid Teegavarapu