FAQs
What is e-Commerce for Kids (ecommkids)?
We empower kids through e-Commerce by partnering with successful e-commerce stores, and their founders, to help craft entrepreneurial experiences for kids (ages 5-14+) through online, video based, at-your-own-pace courses.
FAQs related to our course: Designing Your Own Pillow
Q. What will my child get out of this course?
A. They will receive the actual pillow that they design and it's included in this cost of this course. We will ship it directly to you 1-2 weeks after you approve the design.
Q. Will you help my child design the pillow?
A. Part of becoming an entrepreneur is trying to new things & building on those skills.
Q. Will my child make actual money from the pillow they sell?
Some of our students opt to purchase additional pillows ($15.00 per pillow) and resell them as part of a fundraiser or to gain additional entrepreneurial experience (and keep the profit). There are no restrictions on purchasing and reselling - it's your design and your pillow.
Q. Can more than one child take the course and design one pillow together?
A. Yes! Multiple children can take the course for a total of $199 but it will be limited to (1) pillow design. If each child will be creating and selling their own pillow then the cost is $199 per child. Discounts are available for groups/camps/classrooms.
Q. How long will it take to complete the course?
A. The course is designed to be taken at whatever pace your child is comfortable. On average, children spend around 30-90 minutes per day for a total of 5 days.
Q. How much is it?
A. $199 per child. As part of the $199 fee, your child will receive the actual mermaid pillow they create following the completion of the course.
Q. How is the course structured?
A. It's primarily video. There are also text summaries and downloads/worksheets in each video course.
Q. Is this for parents, too?
A. It's designed for kids ages 5-14 but parents are welcome to participate. It's an experience your child will never forget and having you there to help guide them, brainstorm with them, etc. will make it that much more memorable.
Q. Will I get an actual pillow from this course?
A. Yes! As part of the price you pay for this course, your child will receive the actual mermaid pillow that they design through this course at no additional cost.
Q. Can individuals and schools participate?
A. Yes! Both individuals and/or classrooms can participate, as well as other clubs and organizations interested in learning about e-Commerce.
A. Yes! Both individuals and/or classrooms can participate, as well as other clubs and organizations interested in learning about e-Commerce.