Makerspace
BISD Strategic Goal 3: We will equip teachers with the resources, training, and time necessary to achieve our strategic objectives.
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What is a Makerspace?
/ˈmākərˌspās/What is a Makerspace?
noun
a place in which people with shared interests, especially in computing or technology, can gather to work on projects while sharing ideas, equipment, and knowledge.
How to Set Up a Makerspace
How to Set Up a Makerspace
STEP 1: Secure Space
STEP 1: Secure Space
It doesn't have to be a large space, it can be tucked away into hallways or corners of classrooms. Think out of the box and find a spot!
STEP 2: Put Supplies In It
STEP 2: Put Supplies In It
Start with what you have and let it grow! Use discarded materials or extra craft items. Seek out donations of recycled materials from parents and staff.
STEP 3: Invite Kids to Play
STEP 3: Invite Kids to Play
You don't have to have a curriculum. It is just as valuable to let them explore! However, feel free to set up specific projects for students to do. Once you have a functioning space, you can start looking at how to take it to the next level.
Helpful Resources
Helpful Resources
Makezine.com Provides videos and projects to help inspire kids to be Makers. It also has links to Maker Faire.
DIY.org Provides videos and projects to help inspire kids to be Makers.
Instructables.com Provides videos and projects to inspire kids to be Makers.
Coding for Kids This YouTube video gives ideas for apps and programs to teach students coding.
Tinkering.Exploratorium.edu Provides project ideas and highlights tinkerers.
ArtofTinkering.com Gives ideas and has a shop that sells the book The Art of Tinkering and building materials. It also has a great book hack challenge.
MakeyMakey.com MaKey MaKey is an invention kit that allows you to turn everyday objects into touchpads and combine them with the Internet.
Makey Makey Lessons – 10 lessons of Makey Makey fun aligned with the curriculm!
Librarian’s Guide to littleBits – Organization tips, project ideas, and interviews with other maker librarians.
Big Book of Makerspace Projects – Coauthored with Aaron Graves
Elementary Library Makerspace Resources – Coauthored with MrsJintheLib
National Maker Events Calendar– Maker event calendar crowdsourced with other maker librarians
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