# DIY Coding Tablets The 'MakePad' Tablet Teaches Children How to Code as They Play By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2018-03-15 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/makepad References: [geeky-gadgets](https://www.geeky-gadgets.com/makepad-touchscreen-tablet-designed-to-teach-code-14-03-2018/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/2121124814/makepad-a-diy-tablet-that-teaches-kids-how-to-code) Coding has become an essential topic for children to learn given the increasing [digital world](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digital-literacy-curriculum) that we're living in, which has increased the need for new solutions like the 'MakePad' to make [learning more fun](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smile-zemi). The tablet boasts a DIY design that can be created using a series of components that are either provides with the unit or by yourself. This makes it accessible for users of all kinds to keep things cost-effective, which speaks to the increasing pervasiveness of [maker culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/makerworld-cyberbrick) that is seeing more consumers opt to create their own products. The 'MakePad' features a 10.1 inch touchscreen display and doesn't even require Internet access to be used, which makes it ideal for children who might have trouble staying focused during traditional lessons. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 67% | Activity: 87% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **DIY Tablets:** The rise of DIY tablets like 'MakePad' presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the education technology industry. - **Gamification of Learning:** The incorporation of coding into play with 'MakePad' creates avenues for disruptive innovation in education and gaming. - **Offline Learning:** The development of tablets like 'MakePad' that don't require internet access presents opportunities for disruptive innovation in education technology for areas with low connectivity or limited access to internet. ### Who This Affects Most - **Education Technology:** The 'MakePad' and similar DIY coding tablets can disrupt the traditional educational system by providing hands-on, engaging and accessible tools for coding and tech education. - **Toy Manufacturing:** Children's toys industry has an opportunity for disruption by integrating coding and technology in their offerings, like 'MakePad'. - **Gaming:** Tablets like 'MakePad' that merge education and gaming could disrupt the traditional gaming industry by providing engaging learning tools for children. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Hackable Handheld Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/8bitcade-level-up.md) - [Educational Coding Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/codeventure.md) - [Physical Coding Blocks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/codee.md) - [Hands-On Modern Educational Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-educational-system.md) - [Interactive Educational Coding Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/imagicharm.md) - [Engaging Computer Science Terminals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elecrow-crowpi-3.md) - [Educational Coding Language Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artie-max.md) - [Child-Centric Metaverse Coding Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coding-platforms.md) - [Interactive Early Education Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tokidos-playcubes.md)