Are you ready to turn your ideas into real-world solutions? Join our exciting 5-day Product Management course designed just for 6th-8th graders! You'll dive into the world of design thinking, learn how to plan and execute projects, and discover what it takes to bring a product from concept to reality. This hands-on course will equip you with skills that are not only fun but also set the foundation for future success! Day 1: Introduction to Product Management & Design Thinking Activities: Icebreaker Game: "What’s Your Favorite Product?" Discuss popular products and how they were made. Interactive Workshop: Introduction to Product Management and the basics of Design Thinking. Group Activity: Brainstorm a product idea in small teams. Takeaways: Understanding the role of a product manager. Introduction to the 5 stages of Design Thinking: Empathize, Define, Ideate, Prototype, Test. Day 2: Empathy & Problem Identification Activities: Empathy Mapping: Learn to understand users by creating empathy maps. Customer Interviews: Role-playing to practice asking the right questions. Problem Statement Creation: Define the core problem your product will solve. Takeaways: The importance of understanding the user. Crafting a clear and impactful problem statement. Day 3: Ideation & Prioritization Activities: Ideation Session: Generate as many solutions as possible using creative techniques like "Crazy 8s". Story Point Workshop: Learn how to estimate the complexity of tasks. Prioritization Matrix: Decide which ideas to move forward with. Takeaways: Mastering the art of brainstorming. Understanding story points and how to use them in planning. Day 4: Prototyping & Sprints Activities: Prototype Creation: Build a simple prototype using everyday materials or digital tools. Sprint Planning: Break down tasks into a sprint using agile methodologies. Team Collaboration: Work in teams to execute the sprint. Takeaways: Hands-on experience in creating prototypes. Learning how to plan and execute a sprint. Day 5: Testing, Feedback & Presentation Activities: User Testing: Present your prototype to classmates for feedback. Iteration: Make improvements based on feedback. Final Presentation: Showcase your product and journey from idea to prototype. Takeaways: The importance of user feedback and iteration. Confidence in presenting ideas and working as a team. Why Join? This course isn't just about learning; it's about doing! By the end of the week, you'll have taken an idea from concept to prototype, learned the fundamentals of product management, and gained valuable skills in design thinking, teamwork, and problem-solving. Sign up today and start your journey as a future product leader! 🚀