MakenBreak designs DIY STEAM-building toys for ages 5 to 99, specializing in everyday engineering, fostering a hands-on, application-oriented mindset, and building critical 21st-century STEM skills among kids and young learners.
Founders
Neeraj Kumar Sharma | Â Mansi Gupta Sharma
Edtech / STEM Toys
The Problem:
India’s students face STEM skill gaps, insufficient hands-on learning, and family disconnect in education. Globally, millions of STEM jobs remain unfilled and learning is screen-dominated.
The Solution:
MakenBreak offers child-safe, application-based, exploratory toys with easy guides and videos, promoting real-world understanding, design sense, and quality parent-child interaction.
Who Benefits?
- Students ages 5–14
- Parents seeking holistic, screen-free development
- Schools, STEM clubs, NGOs
- Education and hobby centers
Key Achievements
- 24+ unique toys designed; 68% gross margin
- Direct sales on e-commerce and partnerships with schools/NGOs
- Positive customer feedback and repeat sales
Societal Impact
Enhances children’s STEM skills, design thinking, and family bonds, preparing youth for future opportunities in science and engineering.
Vision for the Future
- Expand product line and partnerships nationally
- Penetrate Indian STEM toy market ($250M SAM)
- Launch new toys and scalable engagement activities
- Become the leading platform for STEAM learning in India
