Welcome to the world of PlacenTinkers! Our makerspace is a dynamic hub for exploration, design, creativity, and collaboration, all guided by the principles of Design Thinking. We take pride in our ever-evolving space, where tinkering and innovation come to life.
PlacenTinkers are Thinkers!
Makerspaces are dynamic learning environments where students collaborate, explore, and create using a variety of tools, materials, and technologies.
Design Thinking is a problem-solving approach that emphasizes empathy, experimentation, and iteration. It fosters a growth mindset, encouraging students to view mistakes as valuable learning opportunities.
When combined, Makerspaces and Design Thinking empower students to think critically, communicate effectively, and collaborate meaningfully. Through hands-on, experiential learning, students develop essential skills that prepare them for success in school, careers, and beyond.
One of the key benefits of Makerspaces is that they provide a safe and supportive environment for students to experiment, take risks, and learn from failure.
By embracing failure as a learning experience, students can develop resilience, perseverance, and a growth mindset. They learn that setbacks and mistakes are an inevitable part of the creative process and that each failure is an opportunity to learn, reflect, and improve.
PlacenTinkers in the news! Please be sure to check out the article in School Library Journal which features our PlacenTinker Makerspace!
It is only with the generous financial support from the Holliston PTO that we are able to have a profound impact on the experiences of our students at Placentino. Thank you parents!
About PlacenTinkers
In our PlacenTinker Makerspace, we are committed to fostering literacy in all its forms. Each session begins with a carefully chosen book that connects to the month’s theme or project, creating a bridge between storytelling and hands-on exploration.
Beyond traditional literacy—reading, writing, and research—our makerspace nurtures digital, coding, and invention literacies. By exploring technology, coding, and hands-on engineering, our young learners develop problem-solving skills and creativity, building a strong foundation for the future.
Here's some of what we've been reading!
