MAKER OF THE MONTH | JULY 2026

World Chess Day – Checkmate with Technology

About the Competition

♟️ Theme

A World Chess Day–inspired challenge where kids use technology to showcase creativity, logical thinking and problem-solving skills through chess-themed 3D designs.

🛠 Project Requirements

Design a unique, self-made 3D creation inspired by the theme “Checkmate with Technology.” Originality, creativity and attention to detail were key to evaluation.

💡 Self-Made Designs

Every design was entirely created by the kids themselves, using their own ideas — no copied or downloaded designs were allowed.

🎥 Deliverables

Submit a one-minute step-by-step making video, a photo with the final product, a creative product name and complete the Google Form.
Evaluation Criteria
💡 Creativity & Originality
🎨 Design Quality & Appearance
🗣️ Explanation of Concept
🎤 Final Presentation
🏆 Winners
🥇 First Place
Aadhyan P
♟️ 3D Chess Board

Aadhyan designed a creative 3D Chess Board using SimLab, exploring chess-inspired shapes and structures. He developed the project through 3D modelling and design, combining creativity with an understanding of chess concepts.

👨‍🏫 Coach Feedback (Anjana)
Aadhyan is a curious and enthusiastic learner who grasps concepts quickly and easily. He performs exceptionally well in robotics and confidently applies his knowledge while solving problems. He enjoys exploring new ideas and actively participates in hands-on learning activities. He is well-mannered in class and consistently demonstrates a positive attitude towards learning.
👨‍👩‍👦 Parent Feedback
Aadhyan is a curious child who loves exploring and learning new things. He has a strong interest in robotics, chess, science and LEGO building. He remains highly focused during activities and is a fast and enthusiastic learner.
🥈 Second Place
Mrityunjay Kathavarayan
♟️ Smart Checkmate

A smart chess-themed project that combines 3D design and technology to create an interactive chess experience — bringing the traditional game of chess into a modern, tech-inspired setup.

👨‍🏫 Coach Feedback (Bhama)
Mithu is a sincere and dedicated learner with a strong interest in robotics. He pays close attention during classes and actively engages in various learning activities. His positive attitude, dedication and eagerness to learn are truly appreciable.
🥈 Second Place
Lalith Vennapusa
♟️ Technology Chess Board

Lalith created a Technology Chess Board using 3D design, combining creativity with chess strategy. Each chess piece represents a different electronic component, making the board both educational and innovative.

👨‍🏫 Coach Feedback (Abina)
He is a very good student who listens attentively and is always well-behaved in class. He understands new concepts quickly and applies them with confidence during activities. He actively participates in the sessions and shows a positive attitude toward learning.
👨‍👩‍👦 Parent Feedback
My child really enjoys the sessions and looks forward to attending each class. The hands-on activities are engaging and help build both creativity and problem-solving skills.
🥉 Third Place
Shivansh Taneja
🏰 The Checkmate Castle

Shivansh designed a Checkmate Castle using 3D design, featuring a detailed chessboard, castle structure and chess pieces. He also showcased chess moves and strategies, bringing the concept of checkmate to life through his creative design.

👨‍🏫 Coach Feedback (Anjana)
Shivansh is a calm, composed and dedicated learner who approaches his studies with focus and curiosity. He demonstrates strong problem-solving skills and consistently completes tasks with confidence and accuracy.
👨‍👩‍👦 Parent Feedback
Shivansh has shown wonderful growth during his journey with Yabot Academy over the past year. He especially enjoys Maker of the Month activities and eagerly looks forward to Maker’s Lab sessions, where he gets to learn, experiment and express his creativity.
🥉 Third Place
Aarav Manjunath
👑 CrownBot

Aarav created a CrownBot using 3D design, creatively combining robotics with imaginative design. He represented each part of the CrownBot with electronic components and explained their respective uses and functions.

👨‍🏫 Coach Feedback (Abhishek)
Aarav is a bright and dedicated learner who quickly understands new concepts. He performs very well in robotics and confidently applies his knowledge to tackle various challenges. He is polite, disciplined and maintains a positive attitude throughout the classes.
👨‍👩‍👦 Parent Feedback
Aarav is a curious and motivated learner who enjoys discovering new concepts and taking on challenging activities. He especially enjoys coding through game design and creating hands-on projects, which have strengthened his technical skills, creativity and logical thinking.

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