In 2020, Sharma founded ThinkerPlace that offers Stem-based educational DIY toys to enable end-to-end learning for children aged between six and 13. The Pune-based startup offers experience-based learning to develop goal-oriented futuristic skills.
Making Stem education practical for children
Published by: Team GI Youth
Published on 17, May 2022
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