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Theme: “International Day of Sign Languages – Technology for Inclusion” 🌍🤟💡
An International Day of Sign Languages–inspired challenge where kids use
Codeblocks in Tinkercad to create a unique project that promotes
inclusion and accessibility.
Kids can use their creativity and coding skills to design an innovative
model, animation, or creation inspired by sign languages, communication,
or technology that helps make the world more inclusive for everyone.
🤟💻✨
Create a unique and creative project using
Tinkercad Codeblocks, inspired by the theme. The project should be
completely created by the kids themselves 👧🧒 using their own ideas,
creativity, and coding skills.
Note: The project must strongly reflect the theme
“Technology for Inclusion.” Kids are encouraged to think about how
technology can support communication, accessibility, and inclusion.
Originality, creativity, coding, and attention to detail will be
considered during evaluation. ✨
Competition Details
🤟 Challenge:
Students created unique and creative projects using
Tinkercad Codeblocks, inspired by the theme
“International Day of Sign Languages – Technology for Inclusion.”
Each project should reflect the participant’s own ideas,
creativity, coding skills, and understanding of inclusion,
communication, and accessibility.
🏆 Prizes:
🥇 1st Prize: $25 Amazon Gift Voucher 🎁 + Certificate
🥈 2nd Prize: Certificate
🥉 3rd Prize: Certificate
⏰ Important Dates:
🎥 Video Submission:
On or before Friday, 25th September 2026 – midnight PT
💻 Final Online Presentation:
Sunday, 27th September 2026
🕠 Deliverables for Kids:
5:30 PM PT / 7:30 PM CT / 8:30 PM ET
Evaluation Criteria 📊
💡 Creativity and originality of the project idea
🤟 Connection to the theme
“Technology for Inclusion”
💻 Coding skills and use of Tinkercad Codeblocks
🎨 Project design, creativity, and appearance
🗣️ Explanation of the project and its concept
🎤 Presentation during the final competition
Rules & Regulations 📜
⏱️ Upload a 1-minute step-by-step project creation video
through the Google Form.
🖥️ Show the complete project development process using
Tinkercad Codeblocks.
💡 The project must be the participant’s own original idea.
❓ Participants should have complete knowledge about their
project and coding concepts. A Q&A session will be
conducted during the presentation.
✋ The project must be entirely self-made by the participant
and should not include copied or downloaded projects.
💻 The final project should be created using
Tinkercad Codeblocks.
⚖️ Judges’ decision will be final.
🥇 1st Prize Winner
Shivansh Taneja
1st Prize • Maker of the Month – September 2026
🤟 Project: Peace Sign Project
He created a creative 3D Peace Sign using
Tinkercad Codeblocks, exploring shapes,
positioning, and rotation.
Inspired by the theme of inclusion and communication,
the project represents peace, harmony, and the importance
of understanding and connecting with one another through
a simple and visually engaging design. 🤟💻✨
Coach Feedback – Anjana 💬
Shivansh is a composed and attentive learner who shows a
positive and dedicated approach towards his studies. He has
a good understanding of programming and shows keen interest
in learning and experimenting with new concepts using Scratch.
He has good problem-solving abilities and approaches tasks
with confidence, completing them accurately. Shivansh is also
polite, well-mannered, and attentive during the sessions.
His enthusiasm for learning and cooperative nature make him
a wonderful student to work with.
Parent Feedback 💬
Shivansh has made wonderful progress during his past year at
Yabot Academy. With continuous guidance and support, he has
built a strong foundation in robotics and gained confidence
through consistent learning. He enjoys exploring digital
platforms such as 3D Coding and Code Blocks.
Shivansh especially enjoys participating in the Maker of the
Month activities and looks forward to the Makers Lab sessions
every Sunday. These sessions give him valuable opportunities
to learn, experiment, and strengthen his creativity through
online projects.
We are excited to see Shivansh continue growing, learning,
and achieving new milestones.
🥈 2nd Prize Winner
Lalith Vennapusa
2nd Prize • Maker of the Month – September 2026
🤖 Project: Robot Translator
This project features a robot designed to represent sign
language gestures and help make communication more interactive
and accessible. 🤟💬
It combines 3D design, robotics, and sign language
to demonstrate how technology can support inclusive
communication.
Coach Feedback – Abina 💬
Lalith is a very attentive and well-behaved student who shows
a positive attitude toward learning. He understands new
concepts quickly and confidently applies them during activities.
He actively participates in the sessions and shows great
enthusiasm for learning and exploring new ideas.
Keep up the excellent work, Lalith! 🌟
Parent Feedback 💬
We are very happy with Lalith’s experience in the robotics
classes. He really enjoys the sessions and looks forward to
attending each class.
The hands-on activities are engaging and provide a great
opportunity for him to develop his creativity, logical
thinking, and problem-solving skills.
We truly appreciate the effort and dedication put into making
each session interactive and enjoyable. It would also be helpful
to receive occasional updates on Lalith’s progress and the
concepts or activities covered each week.
Thank you for your continued support and dedication in helping
him learn and grow.
🥉 3rd Prize Winner
Aadhyan Palle
3rd Prize • Maker of the Month – September 2026
😊 Project: Sign Language Emoji Panel
An interactive Code Blocks project that uses a colorful
LED-style emoji panel to represent and communicate different
sign language expressions.
It encourages creative learning by combining
visual communication, coding, and interactive design.
Coach Feedback – Anjana 💬
Aadhyan is a curious and enthusiastic learner who grasps
concepts quickly and demonstrates a strong understanding of
the topics covered in class. He performs exceptionally well
in robotics and confidently applies his knowledge while
solving problems and completing challenges.
He enjoys exploring new ideas and actively participates in
hands-on learning activities. Aadhyan is well-mannered,
attentive, and consistently maintains a positive attitude
towards learning.
His enthusiasm and willingness to learn make him a wonderful
learner to work with.
Parent Feedback 💬
Aadhyan is a curious and enthusiastic child who enjoys
exploring new ideas and learning about different things.
His favourite colour is blue, and he has a keen interest
in robotics, chess, science, and LEGO building.
He especially enjoys activities that allow him to think
creatively and build new things.
He stays focused and engaged during activities and quickly
understands new concepts. Aadhyan is a fast and enthusiastic
learner who enjoys taking on new challenges and experimenting
with his ideas.
His curiosity and eagerness to learn make him a joyful and
motivated child.
🌟 Technology for Inclusion!
LET YOUR CREATIVITY MAKE A DIFFERENCE, INNOVATE FOR INCLUSION,
AND SHOW HOW TECHNOLOGY CAN HELP CONNECT EVERYONE! 🤟💻🌍✨
Congratulations to all our
Maker of the Month – September 2026
participants and winners! 🏆🎉
