Filmed Feb 2009 * Posted Jun 2009 * TED2009
TED2009
" Gever Tulley uses engaging photos and footage to demonstrate the valuable lessons kids learn at his Tinkering School. When given tools, materials and guidance, these young imaginations run wild and creative problem-solving takes over to build unique boats, bridges and even a roller coaster!
The founder of the Tinkering School, Gever Tulley likes to build things with kids."
From http://www.stanford.edu/~efs/693b/TED1.html :
"1. length: 4:08
2. overall speed (WPM): 91
3. vocabulary profile: 3K-91.4%; 5K-95.4%; 10K-97.9%; OL-1.3%
4. accent: US standard
5. comments: Short, clear speech, but with some good vocabulary to learn.
6. Gever Tulley uses engaging photos and footage to demonstrate the valuable lessons kids learn at his Tinkering School. When given tools, materials and guidance, these young imaginations run wild and creative problem-solving takes over to build unique boats, bridges and even a roller coaster!"