Fork a repo on github

What if I don't have a GitHub account or can't access GitHub—is there a substitute for signing in and forking?

If you don't have a GitHub account or can't access it, ask an adult to sign in or create the account and fork the repo for you, or use a compatible alternative like GitLab and follow the same fork → branch → edit → commit workflow.

What should I do if the Fork button or the pencil (Edit) icon doesn't work when I try to edit a file?

If the Fork button is missing or the pencil icon is disabled, first make sure you're signed in and that your username appears as the owner of the fork at the top of the page, then open your forked repo (not the original) and create a new branch before trying the web editor again.

How can I change the activity for different ages so it's safe and fun for younger kids or more challenging for older kids?

For younger kids, have an adult handle signing in, forking, and creating the branch while the child chooses a friendly sentence to add and you make the commit together, and for older kids let them use GitHub Desktop or the command line to create branches, edit files, and write more detailed commit messages.

How can we extend or personalize the project after making the small change and opening a pull request?

To extend the activity, personalize the README.md by adding a short bio or image, create a new file with a simple code example or project idea in your branch, open an issue to suggest a feature, then include the pull request link when you share your finished creation on DIY.org.