WordCamp parents can now usher in the next generation of WordPress builders at our first WordCamp US KidsCamp! Parents attending WordCamp can bring their junior website creators along and enjoy a day of parent-child learning under the advisement of some of our WordPress Experts!
These special kid-friendly lessons will introduce your child to the wonderful world of WordPress and help them learn or improve upon WordPress development, design, and use skills! After the day is complete, your child will leave with their very own WordPress.org site up and running!
We will have 2 learning tracks: one for children who are new to WordPress and one for organizers wanting to host their own events in the future. The event will also include hands-on STEAM education projects for the students to enjoy.
Interested WordPress parents or guardians will need to have a ticket for WordCamp US purchased before signing up their junior creators. Parents will be responsible for staying with their child during KidsCamp, but may switch guardians during the course of the day if you are both attending. Each child will need his or her own laptop to work on.
Each KidsCamp ticket provides your child with lunch, a morning snack, and full access to the day’s lessons. We are accepting children from ages 6 to 13 to participate in these special lessons. Spots are limited to only 15 students (not including their parental sponsors).
Ready to start your child out on their own WordPress project? KidsCamp tickets will go on sale soon (both parents/guardians and children need tickets). Also, if you have an older child ready to learn some advanced topics, they are welcome to join us for the full sessions and workshops with a regular ticket!
Get your tickets here!
Schedule
Registration starts at 9am at Room 230
| Welcome, Introduction and How to Stay Safe Online | 10:30-10:45 |
| Brainstorm Activity (What do I Blog About?) | 10:45-11:45 |
| Scavenger Hunt | 11:45-12:00 |
| Lunch | 12:00-1:15 |
| Setting up Your Blog | 1:15-2:15 |
| Build Out a Page | 2:15-2:45 |
| Build Out a Post | 2:45-3:15 |
| Share Your Blog | 3:15-3:30 |
FAQ
Q: Do I have to stay with my child?
A: Yes. Parents/Guardians must be present with their child(ren) throughout KidsCamp.
Q: I bought a ticket for my child(ren) – because I stay with my child, do I need to buy a ticket for myself?
A: Yes. Every participant must have a ticket to attend.
Q: Do I need to bring a laptop?
A: Yes, we do not provide laptops. Tablets can also work although they are slower for many young ones (and adults) to type on.
Q: What ages are appropriate?
A: We recommend ages start at 6 or 7 (in order to participate, children should be able to read and write for the best experience for all attendees depending on your child) and onward up to 14 and above.
Q: Is lunch included?
A: Yes. Morning snacks and lunch are included for all ticket holders.
Q: I’ve got a question, who can I send it to?
A: Direct all questions to us at kids@wordcamp.org
