ANIMATION 2.0
Future-Ready learning at The STEM Lab
Animation 2.0 is a hands-on program where students explore core programming logic, sequencing, events, and creative design while building animated scenes, interactive stories, and dynamic characters. Learners strengthen critical thinking, problem solving, and computational creativity as they develop original animation projects and collaborate with peers.
Through guided challenges and project-based learning, students discover how digital animation connects to real-world applications in storytelling, digital media, game development, and more.
What will students learn
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Animation & Interactive Design: Characters, motion, and storytelling logic
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Coding Concepts: Sequences, loops, and event-driven scripts
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Creativity & Problem Solving: Debugging, iteration, and refinement
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Design Thinking: Visual composition, timing, and user interaction
Why it matters !
Animation builds more than just art skills - it nurtures critical thinking, creativity, sequencing, coding, and communication. Students discover how digital animation connects to careers in:
🎬 Film & entertainment
🎮 Game design
📱 App development
🌐 Digital marketing
By creating their own projects, kids develop confidence as digital creators while gaining hands-on experience with tools used in the modern creative industry.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1: What is Animation 2.0 for kids?
A: Animation 2.0 is an advanced, project-based STEM program where students create interactive animations, stories, and simple games while learning core programming and design concepts. It builds on foundational coding skills and emphasizes creativity, logic, and problem solving.
Q2: Do students need to know how to draw?
A: Not at all! We use beginner-friendly tools. Students who like to draw can use their skills, but creativity and imagination are what matter most.
Q3: What skills will my child gain?
A: Creativity, problem-solving, sequencing, storytelling, design thinking, coding, and digital literacy - all while having fun creating animations.
Q4: What ages can participate?
A: Animation 2.0 is ideal for students ages 7–11. Students should have basic familiarity with computers and an interest in animation, storytelling, or coding.
Q5: Do students need prior coding experience?
A: No. We start with the basics and guide students through increasingly complex projects step by step.
Q6: Where is this program offered?
A: Animation 2.0 is available at The STEM Lab Innovation Hub in Columbia, SC, and through select afterschool clubs in local schools.