Join Whiz Kids, the tech club that creates comics, animates images, mixes music, makes movies, and much more. Ages 6-12.
See what we are doing this week and register by selecting a listing below, or by calling 407.835.7323.
Now at Alafaya Branch, Edgewater Branch, South Creek Branch, Southeast Branch, Southwest Branch, West Oaks Branch, Winter Garden Branch, and Windermere Branch
Computer classes are free to Library District Resident card holders, Fee card holders, and Orange County Property Owner card holders. Others may attend by paying a $10 fee at time of registration prior to class time. Please register with the child’s library card. A responsible adult or caregiver must accompany children 10 years of age or younger and must stay in close proximity while the child is participating in Whiz Kids.
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Whiz Kids: Create Basic Spreadsheets
Tuesday, May 21, 2013 at Edgewater Branch
Crunch numbers in Microsoft Excel and learn how to use the tools needed to create a basic spreadsheet. #whizkids
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Whiz Kids: Easy Typing
Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at Southwest Branch
Have fun playing games that can help you speed up your typing skills and learn how to position your hands on the keyboard like a pro! Recommended Audience: Kids
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Whiz Kids: Photo Editing
Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at West Oaks Branch
Add cool effects to your photos, such as cartoon transformations, image morphing, artistic painting and much more using an easy-to-use Web-based photo-editing application.
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Whiz Kids: Build 3D Models Using Google SketchUp
Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at Winter Garden Branch
Create and design three-dimensional objects like models of really tall buildings or invent something new!
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Whiz Kids: The Virtual Painter
Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at Southeast Branch
Use an image-editing program to create and modify your very own digital work of art. #whizkids
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Whiz Kids: Animated Talking Books for Kids
Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at Windermere Branch
Read and interact with popular children's story books, such as Jack and the Beanstalk and The Paper Bag Princess. Play story-related games and puzzles.
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Whiz Kids: Create 2D Animations
Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at South Creek Branch
Bring digital artwork to life using CrazyTalk Animator. Learn how to animate comic drawings with crazy animated features such as movement, audio, and realistic backgrounds.
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Whiz Kids: Create a Cartoon Avatar for Kids
Wednesday, May 22, 2013 at Windermere Branch
Use the Internet to create a cool 3D-animated cartoon avatar of yourself that can be used all over the Web.
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Whiz Kids: Digital Scrapbooking
Thursday, May 23, 2013 at Alafaya Branch
Have fun putting together a digital-online scrapbook filled with your favorite memories and pictures from the school year or family events.
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Whiz Kids: Create Effective Presentations
Saturday, May 25, 2013 at West Oaks Branch
Create a dynamic slideshow presentation with animations and cool images for a school project.
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Whiz Kids: Photo Editing
Saturday, May 25, 2013 at South Creek Branch
Add cool effects to your photos, such as cartoon transformations, image morphing, artistic painting and much more using an easy-to-use Web-based photo-editing application.
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Whiz Kids: Create Comic Strips
Tuesday, May 28, 2013 at Edgewater Branch
Put together cool comic drawings using Comic Life. Change layouts, add cartoons, and write a story to make your comic drawings come alive! #whizkids
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Whiz Kids: Computer Explorer
Wednesday, May 29, 2013 at Southwest Branch
Discover the amazing world of computers. Explore the different tasks you can perform with them and even see how they look inside!
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Whiz Kids: Create Basic Spreadsheets
Wednesday, May 29, 2013 at West Oaks Branch
Crunch numbers in Microsoft Excel and learn how to use the tools needed to create a basic spreadsheet.
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Whiz Kids: Create a Cartoon Avatar
Wednesday, May 29, 2013 at Winter Garden Branch
Use the Internet to create a cool 3D-animated cartoon avatar of yourself that can be used all over the Web.
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Whiz Kids: Tell A Story With Digital Media
Wednesday, May 29, 2013 at Southeast Branch
Use a collection of digital media such as photos, narration and music to create a compelling visual story. Turn your story into a video that you can share with family and friends.
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Whiz Kids: Create Comic Strips for Kids
Wednesday, May 29, 2013 at Windermere Branch
Put together cool comic drawings using Comic Life. Change layouts, add cartoons, and write a story to make your comic drawings come alive!
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Whiz Kids: Easy Typing
Wednesday, May 29, 2013 at South Creek Branch
Have fun playing games that can help you speed up your typing skills and learn how to position your hands on the keyboard like a pro!
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Whiz Kids: Mix Music for Kids
Wednesday, May 29, 2013 at Windermere Branch
Want to create your very own music mix? Learn how to use Audacity's sound tools to edit and mix audio files like a pro.
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Whiz Kids: Mix Music
Thursday, May 30, 2013 at Alafaya Branch
Want to create your very own music mix? Learn how to use Audacity's sound tools to edit and mix audio files like a pro.
A $5 late cancellation fee will be charged unless reservations are cancelled by 11:59 pm the day before the class is scheduled. For more information visit www.ocls.info/cancelfee or call 407.835.7323.
Any person requiring special accommodations to participate in any class or program due to a disability may arrange for accommodations by contacting the location at which the event is held at least seven days prior to the event.
