Gever Tulley teaches life lessons through tinkering

http://www.ted.com Gever Tulley uses engaging photos and footage to demonstrate the valuable lessons kids learn at his Tinkering School. When given tools, materials and guidance, these young imaginations run wild and creative problem-solving takes over to build unique boats, bridges and even a rollercoaster!

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[indusdolphin]

I wish I had that kind of an education

[conceitarturo]

I'm 23 but sign me up!

[louann5840]

Ha I put my own self thru that school late in life all on my own. And I had a blast. All you need is a few tools and to give yourself permission. Anyone can do it.

[instereovideos]

This looks like it would be great for the mind of a child. But if you're a parent and you let your kid go to this, you're a damned idiot.

[clevername333]

12 dislikes? HOW AND WHY would you you disapprove of this?  I am simply baffled by that. Children need danger and challenges.

[DreamsCatcher101]

After watching this video, plus another by TED of this guy, i am going to let my 5 year old girl take stuff apart from now on and not just me :)

[Randomslayer55]

@conceitarturo ya lolz

[stephen1475]

i approve!! i seriously approve!

[noisepuppet]

You're never too old to tinker.

[soundofgeek]

Brilliant idea, albeit a very old one. From what I see as I train to become a teacher, this is pretty much what the current revolution in education is about - the idea that understanding is more important than knowledge.

[geza96]

I've been doing this stuff for years and now I can do almost anything or least have a atempt at it (tree house next)

[bigandlittle]

Tinkering is the exact opposite of teaching. Thanks for hosting this video, TED, but you're not quite on when you describe Tulley as "teaching" life lessons. Tulley is only creating opportunities for the children to teach themselves. "Teaching to" kids actually hinders genuine learning. A very inspiring little clip.