“A makerspace is a collaborative work space inside a school, library or separate public/private facility for making, learning, exploring and sharing that uses high tech to no tech tools…These spaces are also helping to prepare those who need the critical 21st century skills in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). They provide hands on learning, help with critical thinking skills and even boost self-confidence.” (Retrieved from https://www.makerspaces.com/what-is-a-makerspace/)
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What is a Makerspace? It's a place where you make things!
During Library, every grade level will have an opportunity to work on Makerspace activities. Some of our Makerspace stations include LEGOs, brain builder blocks, puzzles, board games, coding, origami, stickers, and other craft supplies.
Makerspace Expectations
Be kind and share with your classmates.
Help each other. It's okay to not know, but it's not okay to not try.
Take good care of materials and devices.
Clean up your Makerspace station completely before visiting a new station or when it's time for you to go back to class.
Keep your volume low.