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Nate Ball

@natebeatbox

Engineer, beatboxer, entrepreneur, dad, #STEAM -thusiast. Emmy winning host of @DesignSquad on @PBSKids. Author of #STEM adventure book series w/ @HarperCollins

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Joined December 2011
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I'm hosting a live build-along for the @DesignSquad Zipline #STEAM project on 7/30! I'll be including live updates on the 100 ft BIG version I'm building in our backyard, complete with custom built kid-decelerator at the end... Register here: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi…
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Can't wait to give the closing keynote at @IEEEUSA's EVOnCampus event this Weds, June 16! We'll talk #tech, #inventing, #batman gadgets and more. Register now for free! bit.ly/evoncampus-1 #EVOconference
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Excited to be giving the keynote at @IEEEUSA EVOnCampus 1.0 conference coming up June 16th! evoconference.org/
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In this #DesignSquad video two kid engineers build inventions to help the environment! Danilo prototypes a machine to sort garbage while Mikaelyn designs shoes to protect squirrel feet. Watch now: bit.ly/3brIYUt
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Starting Tomorrow! on the #STEM Stage at #SciFest All Access from @USAScienceFest: A special video I made on how to build 3 versions of the always-impressive Stomp Rocket challenge. Join me virtually in my home shop and build along!
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Join us on the #STEM Stage at #SciFest All Access from September 26- October 3, to hear from @NASA Astronaut Dr. Michael Barratt, Danni Washington @danniwashington, Nate Ball @natebeatbox, and so many MORE! Register Here: ow.ly/3nPr50Bhukn
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Sometimes when I'm overwhelmed the kid-created hurricane at home, I try to just focus on one thing and clean that up Like just the legos Then the art supplies Then the couch cushions Then the books Then the food on the floor Then the cars Then the bedding Then the shoes Then the
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1. Stay safe! 2. Safe but smoky at home, and stores sold out of air purifiers? Make your own, @DesignSquad style, for cheaper! I've seen a few versions of this around the internet and thought it was a great idea. Ours has helped a lot. Do make sure the filters are good for smoke.
Improvised air filter with cardboard, duct tape and box fan

ALT Improvised air filter with cardboard, duct tape and box fan

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Want to engage your kids in a fun #STEAM activity that could occupy them constructively for a whole afternoon? Check out my upcoming free live build-along session this Thursday! Thanks to partners @klrn @NCEES and @DesignSquad for helping put this on. youtu.be/wznaWlYE3n0
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Join Nate Ball, the host of Design Squad and Design Squad Nation, for a virtual engineering event! Build-along with Nate to create your very own zipline at home! Register for the event here: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi…
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Summer is the perfect season for stomp rockets! Try making a stomp rocket out of recycled materials- just like Nate! #DesignSquad Watch now: youtube.com/watch?v=qWWkqzYV…
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Having trouble understanding an engineering concept? The #DesignSquad animated explainer videos help demonstrate important engineering principles! You can find all the videos on our YouTube channel! Watch now: bit.ly/2JoL7o3
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Is your pool not warm enough yet? Try creating some solar pool heaters like Nate from #DesignSquad! Watch now: youtube.com/watch?v=fiBD4np-…
Daddy Engineer: Solar Pool Heaters | Design Squad

Daddy Engineer: Solar Pool Heaters | Design Squad

Nate designs a way to use solar power to warm up the pool for his s...

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This was a fun one. Check it out! #engineering #inventing #STEM
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Invention is his inspiration. Join mechanical #engineer and host of @DesignSquad, @natebeatbox, who built a “real-life superhero gadget” that transports people in and out of rescue stations with just a rope. #WSFCoolJobs will take you to amazing places. bit.ly/2znq9on
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So fun! Thank you @LemelsonFdn and @DesignSquad
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How do you keep kids engaged & inspired when so much of the world is off limits during #COVID19? #STEM-thusiast @natebeatbox from @DesignSquad gives advice on how to build resilience in kids using #InventionEducation during the time of #remotelearning. bit.ly/3d9N7Oi
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Can't wait to watch the big @SpaceX rocket launch today with our kids!! @NASA link: go.nasa.gov/2M2t2NR
#PaperAirplaneDay is the perfect day to try the #DesignSquad Flight Test challenge! Find the full activity here: to.pbs.org/2wyLxVJ
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