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The Far-Flung Reach of Caine’s Arcade

The Far-Flung Reach of Caine’s Arcade | Eclectic Technology | Scoop.it

"Who knew a YouTube video of a nine-year old boy's cardboard creation would hit such a nerve?"  This post updates us on what has happened since Caine's Arcade went viral.  The videographer who made Caine's Arcade provides a look at what his cardboard creation has moved others to create. Caine is also in this video sharing his thoughts, including "the three biggest lessons he's learned in the process of this adventure" (quoted below):

1. Start a business that's fun

2. Use recycled stuff

3. Never give up

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Caine's Arcade

A 9 year old boy - who built an elaborate cardboard arcade inside his dad's used auto part store - is about to have the best day of his life.

Creativity, inspiration, design...this nine year old follows his passion...with support from his father!

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“We Came to Play”: Lessons on Connected Learning and Creativity from Caine’s Arcade | Spotlight on Digital Media and Learning

“We Came to Play”: Lessons on Connected Learning and Creativity from Caine’s Arcade | Spotlight on Digital Media and Learning | Eclectic Technology | Scoop.it

Spotlight on Digital Media and Learning has this wonderful article that tells us the story behind Caine's Arcade. It turns out that a filmmaker, Nirvan Mullick, stopped by his father's store looking for a part for his car and became Caine's "first - and only - paying customer. Mullick is also a "digital strategist" for social good campaigns. He was determined to "create a memorable day for Caine" and used Facebook to "invite everyone" to visit on a Sunday afternoon. Read this article to learn much more about the experience and discover what has happened and how folks feel, as well as a wide range of resources. 

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