Invention Convention for Parents
Support Your Child's Invention Journey
Participating in Invention Convention involves the entire family. Encourage your child to note problems in their daily lives—a key step in the invention process. Once they start problem solving, help them research what already exists. This is a chance to share and learn new skills with your young inventor as they create and build a prototype.
Useful Links
National Invention Convention Curriculum
Check out the framework for helping your child understand invention and its role in the real world.
Find a Program Near You
State and local Invention Convention programs are springing up all over the world!
Invention Log
Help your child track progress—all the way from coming up with an idea to presenting a prototype.
Invention Checklist
Review questions to help your child determine whether their invention idea holds promise.
Student Inventors
Discover some inspiring Invention Convention success stories.
Volunteer or Donate
Discover fun and inspiring ways to help your Invention Convention program to thrive.
Event Schedule
Check-In and Setup
Orientation (optional)
Shark Tank Casting Experience
Inventor and Family Lunch
Orientation (optional)
Inventor and Family Dinner
Morning Judging
ArcGIS Workshop
Shark Tank Casting Experience
Youth Patent Panel Discussion
Prototyping with ChompSaw
Project Management Workshop
Inventor and Family Lunch
ArcGIS Workshop
Afternoon Judging
Prototyping with ChompSaw
Project Management Workshop
Youth Patent Panel Discussion
Inventor and Family Dinner
Inventor Group Photo
Student Showcase
Inventor and Family Lunch
Shark Tank Casting Experience
Awards Ceremony