Session Roadmap Facilitator Guide Facilitator Master Guide Ages 8–12 • Flexible Drop-In Friendly
Mattahunt Young Entrepreneurs
10-Week / 20-Session Interactive Curriculum & Attendance-Proof Facilitator Guide
Modular Model
2x / Wk • 75 Min Each
The Flexible Attendance Design (Day 1 vs. Day 2)
Because different youth attend Day 1 and Day 2, every session is a self-contained, hands-on workshop with an immediate fun payoff! Youth attending Day 1 explore the core concept; youth on Day 2 tackle an equivalent creative challenge or expand ongoing prototypes. No child falls behind, and newcomers can jump straight in!
High-Energy 75-Minute Session Flow
10 Min
Spark Game
Quick energizer & crew role pick
15 Min
Live Demo
AI prompt demo & wild ideas
35 Min
Maker Studio
Hands-on building & creating
10 Min
Pop-Up Pitch
Youth show off today's work
5 Min
Shoutout Sprint
Music cleanup & daily glows
Phase 1 & Phase 2: Spark, Wild Inventions & AI Studio
Session Daily Challenge Theme Hands-On Interactive Activity Fun Daily Takeaway W1 • S01 Venture Club Kickoff Establish the Mogul Vibe rules; fast-paced "Sell Me This Spoon" improv warm-up. Personal Mogul Executive Badges. W1 • S02 The 4 Crew Roles Mini-challenges rotating roles: Boss, Tech Whiz, Money Whiz, and Hype Master. Crew Role Lanyards & Stickers. W2 • S03 Wacky Problem Solvers Mystery Box Challenge: Pick 2 random items (e.g. shoe + flashlight) and invent 1 product. Wild Product Blueprint posters. W2 • S04 Cardboard Rapid Prototyping Hands-on crafting: Build 3D mockups using cardboard, pipe cleaners, and neon tape. Physical 3D prototype models. W3 • S05 Brand Name & Battle of Names Test hilarious and catchy business names; youth vote with applause meter for favorites. Official Brand Name certificates. W3 • S06 Graffiti Logo Workshop Draw vibrant bold logos using graffiti markers, stencils, and metallic gel pens. Custom business logo stickers. W4 • S07 AI Prompt Lab: Sketch to Photo Type product descriptions into AI image generator to see inventions look real! Live on-screen AI photo gallery. W4 • S08 The AI Product Box Reveal Print AI images and affix them directly onto custom retail packaging boxes. Real retail box with printed AI photo.
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Phase 3 & 4 Execution Weeks 5–8 • Money Games & Commercial Creator
Pricing Games, Ads & Commercials
Core Focus
Hands-On & Fun Math
Session Daily Challenge Theme Hands-On Interactive Activity Fun Daily Takeaway W5 • S09 The Price is Right Game Guess real item manufacturing costs vs. retail price in a live gameshow format. Supply cost detective worksheet. W5 • S10 The Mogul Profit Formula Learn "Price - Cost = Profit" using play bills; design fancy neon price tags. Laminated custom price tags. W6 • S11 Shopping Spree Challenge Give crews $50 fake cash to "purchase" upgrades for their product at the facilitator shop. Upgraded prototype features. W6 • S12 Pop-Up Taste / Test Test Speed-dating style customer feedback: Switch tables every 3 minutes to test ideas. Customer star rating sheets. W7 • S13 Catchy Slogan Battle Rhyme, alliteration & rhythm games: Create 4-word slogans and shout them with beats! Mini megaphone slogan cards. W7 • S14 Giant Billboard Studio Paste printed AI photos onto vibrant neon poster boards with bold promotional headlines. Finished Tri-fold Showcase Board. W8 • S15 30-Second TV Commercials Film funny, energetic 30-second commercial clips using tablets or phone cameras. Recorded video clip replay. W8 • S16 Storefront Grand Opening Decorate table displays with tablecloths, signage, prototype boxes, and ad posters. Complete ready-to-exhibit booth.
Drop-In & Newcomer Strategies
• Crew Station Bins: Keep all team work in labeled plastic bins so anyone present can pick up the gear.
• Day 1 vs Day 2 Parity: Both days get equal maker time and AI tool access.
• Role Cards: Hand out lanyards at the door so roles are assigned instantly.
AI Studio Smooth Operation
• Facilitator-Shared Screen: Project the AI tool (Bing/Canva) for instant group excitement.
• Formula Cards: Youth write prompts on paper before typing to maximize station turnover.
• Color Prints: Print immediately so kids hold their creation physically!
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Phase 5: Pitch & Showcase Weeks 9–10 • Rehearsals & Community Party
The Youth Shark Tank Party
Grand Celebration
Showcase Expo
Session Daily Challenge Theme Hands-On Interactive Activity Fun Daily Takeaway W9 • S17 The 5-Step Pitch Script Fill in easy pitch cue cards: Hook, Problem, AI Reveal, Cost & Price, Closing Ask. Color-coded Pitch Cue Cards. W9 • S18 Mic Check & Stage Presence Stage games: Loudest projection, best shark eye-contact, funniest product pose. Confident stage delivery skills. W10 • S19 Shark Tank Dress Rehearsal Coaches play funny "Friendly Sharks" asking questions; full run-through on stage. Rehearsal completion medals. W10 • S20 The Grand Showcase Expo! Live community celebration! Youth pitch their ideas, display booths, and receive awards. Trophies, certificates & pizza party!
Positive Engagement & Accountability (Zero Fines, Zero Currency)
Keep 8–12 year-olds thrilled, engaged, and responsible through natural momentum and fast-paced routines:
1. Music Cue Resets
Play a 60-second upbeat song for transitions and clean-up. When song stops, tables freeze and cheer!
2. Immediate Tactile Work
Never lecture longer than 8-10 minutes. Put markers, clay, cardboard, or tablets in hands immediately.
3. End-of-Day Glows
Close each session with "Mogul of the Day" shoutouts voted on by peers for best teamwork or creativity.
The Mattahunt Spirit: Fun First, Pressure Never
Youth are at Mattahunt to discover what they are capable of. Treat every idea—no matter how silly or wild—as a brilliant commercial breakthrough. If an 8-year-old invents "shoes with built-in juice boxes," celebrate the vision, generate an AI image of it, and help them price it!
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Mogul Squad Action Pass Mogul Crew Pass Ages 8–12 • Daily Maker Pass
Mattahunt Mogul Squad Pass
Today's Venture Mission
My Name
Crew / Business Name
Today's Role
The Mogul Vibe (Our 4 Golden Agreements)
1. Hype Your Crew
Cheer each other on! No idea is too crazy or silly.
2. Share the Mic
Listen when teammates speak. Everyone gets a turn.
3. Safe AI & Tech
Handle tablets carefully and create fun, kind prompts.
4. 60-Sec Reset
Clean your table when the music hits so it's ready for tomorrow.
Pick Your Role for Today (Switch Any Session!)
All Roles Equal!
CEO The Big Boss (Leader)
Mission: Keeps the crew on task, leads the team cheer, and introduces the product.
Superpower: Communication & Team Focus
CTO The AI Artist (Designer)
Mission: Types the AI photo prompt, builds the physical box, and safeguards prototype gear.
Superpower: Creative AI Tech & Building
CFO The Money Whiz (Finance)
Mission: Adds up material costs, sets the customer price tag, and tracks profit math.
Superpower: Fun Math & Pricing Deals
CMO The Hype Star (Marketing)
Mission: invents catchy slogans, shouts the commercial hook, and creates the ad poster.
Superpower: Energy, Acting & Billboards
My Goal for Today's Session
What is one awesome thing you want to create or help your crew with today?
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Today's Crew Mission & Glow Badges
Collaborate with whoever is at your table today—teamwork makes the dream work!
Session Hub
Who Is In Our Crew Today? (Write your teammates' names)
CEO (Leader)
CTO (AI Designer)
CFO (Money Whiz)
CMO (Hype Star)
Today's Creative Breakthrough (Draw, write, or brainstorm below!) Fast Maker Workspace
Today's Mogul Glow Badges (Earn Stamps / Stickers!)
Daily Celebrations
AI Wizard Crafted cool prompt
Stamp
Wild Maker Built tactile prototype
Stamp
Hype Master High energy & slogan
Stamp
Top Teammate Helped others succeed
Mogul Launchpad Slides Orientation & Kickoff
Mattahunt Young Entrepreneurs
WELCOME, FUTURE INVENTORS!
Get ready to build wild inventions, turn sketches into realistic photos with AI tools, make hilarious commercials, and have pure creative fun!
Ages 8–12 • Hands-On & Interactive
Slide 1 of 5
The Mogul Vibe
Our 4 Community Agreements
1
Hype Your Crew
Celebrate every idea. No invention is too wild or funny!
2
Share the Mic
Listen when friends talk. Everyone gets a chance to lead.
3
Safe AI & Tech
Treat tablets with care and craft kind, creative prompts.
4
60-Sec Reset
When clean-up music starts, clean your table together!
Positive energy makes our club the best part of the week! Slide 2 of 5
Pick Your Crew Role for Today!
Switch Anytime!
CEO
The Big Boss
Keeps the table focused, starts the brainstorm, and speaks up during share-outs.
CTO
The AI Artist
Types the AI photo prompts, builds 3D mockups, and tests cool tech tools.
CFO
The Money Whiz
Crunches unit costs, creates fancy price tags, and counts the profit math!
CMO
The Hype Star
Invents catchy 4-word slogans, directs funny commercials, and draws billboards.
Every role is equally important in running a fun business! Slide 3 of 5
How We Roll Every Session
Pure Action & Fun
1. AI Photo Magic
Type prompt words and watch the screen turn your sketches into commercial photos!
2. Tactile Building
Build 3D prototypes with cardboard, neon tape, stickers, and real packaging boxes!
3. Pop-Up Showoffs
Share your daily creation with the room, earn high-fives, and celebrate teammates!
No boring lectures—just making, laughing, and showing off! Slide 4 of 5
The Road to Shark Tank
10-Week Journey
Weeks 1–2
Spark
Wacky ideas & 3D prototyping.
Weeks 3–4
AI Studio
Logo art & AI photo prompts.
Weeks 5–6
Money Math
Pricing games & profit tags.
Weeks 7–8
Marketing
Young Inventor Project Workbook Product Innovation Lab Ages 8–12 Venture Studio
Young Inventor Business Workbook
Phase 1 & 2
Inventor Name
Business Name
Product Name
1. The Problem We Solve
What annoying problem or wish does your customer have?
2. Who is Your Target Customer?
Kids, parents, pet owners, gamers, athletes, or teachers?
3. Product Blueprint & Feature Sketch Draw your idea clearly below
AI Studio: Turning Ideas Into Real Product Photos
CTO Tech Tool
Use the 4-Part Formula to tell the AI image tool exactly how to photograph your invention!
A. Product Type
What is it? (Backpack, water bottle, sneaker)
B. Materials & Colors
Shiny chrome, neon purple foam, matte black
C. Cool Features
Solar lights, snack cooler, digital timer
D. Photo Style
Commercial studio lighting, white backdrop, 4k
Our Team's AI Prompt to Type:
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Financial Literacy & Promotion Phase 3 & 4 Deliverables
Money Math & Advertising Studio
CFO & CMO Hub
Money Masters: Unit Cost & Profit Calculator
Every entrepreneur must know how much it costs to make one item and how much profit they earn!
Step 1: Cost to Make 1 Item
Base Materials / Parts: $ _______
Box / Packaging: $ _______
Decorations / Extra Flare: $ _______
Total Cost to Make (A): $ _______
Step 2: Selling Price & Profit
Selling Price (B): $ _______
Minus Cost to Make (A): - $ _______
Profit Per Item (B - A): = $ _______
Goal: Sell 10 items = $ _______ total profit!
Advertising & Billboard Designer
CMO Creative Zone
Our Catchy Business Slogan (6 Words or Less!):
Storefront Ad Billboard (Sketch your logo, add the slogan, & show your AI product!):
Shark Tank Readiness Checklist: Check each when completed!
Product Named
AI Photo Printed
Price & Cost Set
Pitch Roles Chosen
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Shark Tank Showcase Slides Mattahunt Young Entrepreneurs
Final Showcase Presentation
THE YOUTH SHARK TANK SHOWCASE
Turn your idea into reality: Pitching your product, sharing your AI photos, and proving your business smarts!
3-Minute Team Pitch • Live Shark Q&A
Slide 1 of 5
The 5-Step Pitch Blueprint
3 Minutes Total
1
The Hook
Grab attention with a story or question!
30 Sec
2
Problem
Explain the real customer struggle.
30 Sec
3
AI Product
Reveal your AI photo & prototype!
45 Sec
4
Money Math
Share cost, price, and profit margin.
45 Sec
5
The Ask
Ask sharks for their votes & support!
30 Sec
Keep each section quick and high energy! Slide 2 of 5
Who Speaks on Stage?
Everyone Has A Voice!
CEO
Chief Executive Officer
Delivers the Hook, introduces the company, and leads the Shark Q&A session.
CTO
Chief Technology & Design
Presents the AI product photo, explains special features, and holds the 3D prototype.
CFO
Chief Financial Officer
Presents the Money Math: cost to produce, customer price tag, and profit per item.
CMO
Chief Marketing Officer
Shouts the business slogan, reveals the poster billboard, and delivers the closing Ask!
Teamwork score increases when all 4 teammates speak clearly. Slide 3 of 5
Stage Power Tips
Look Like a Boss!
Eyes on the Sharks
Look up at the judges, smile, and make eye contact instead of staring at cue cards!
Project Your Voice
Speak loudly and with confidence so the back row hears every single word!
Hold It High
Hold your AI photo print and prototype high in the air when presenting it!
Practice standing tall with hands at your sides when not speaking. Slide 4 of 5
What the Sharks are Scoring
100 Points Total
25 Points
Creative Spark
Is the invention unique, original, and solving a real everyday problem?
25 Points
AI & Visuals