Build Your Own Website (ages 9-14)

Are you a kid with a big idea? A dream bakery? A pet-sitting business? An art studio?

In this hands-on class, students will design and build their own real website using Wix — no coding required.

Over six weeks, students will learn how to turn their ideas into a professional-looking website for an imaginary venture of their choosing by exploring:

• How websites are structured (Home, About, Services, Contact)

• Basic design principles (layout, color, fonts, readability)

• How to write clear, engaging website content for your audience

• How to edit and customize a Wix template, adding components like buttons, images, animations, forms, etc.

• How to publish and share their website

By the end of the course, each student will have a completed multi-page website they can proudly share with family and friends.

This class builds more than tech skills. Students practice:

• Creative thinking

• Clear written communication (Note: AI will not be employed in this course)

• Visual design awareness

• Problem-solving

• Confidence presenting their ideas

Older students will be encouraged to explore more advanced features such as galleries, forms, branding consistency, and mobile optimization.

TECH/ REQUIREMENTS:

• A fully charged laptop (Mac, PC, or Chromebook) with WiFi capability

• (Optional but very helpful: external mouse)

• Parent permission to create a Wix account (details provided before class)

• To help class run smoothly, students should be shown ahead of time how to access their device’s network/WiFi settings so they can connect independently if needed (CCUU offers free WiFi)

• No coding needed: This class uses Wix’s beginner-friendly drag-and-drop tools. It is perfect for creative kids, future entrepreneurs, kids who enjoy tech, kids who love design, students curious about how websites work

FINAL PROJECT:

On the last week, students will have the option to present their finished websites at the Showcase and explain their venture idea, their design choices, and what they’re most proud of.