Makerspaces

Ideas for makerspaces, particularly as they relate to libraries and cultural institutions
123 Pins
·
5y
By
State Library of NSW
and
Mylee Joseph
Well Nurtured Plants and Pillars has a post on STEM that includes FREE STEM printable cards and activities. There are numerous activities included and instr Stem Printables, Stem Challenge Cards, Stem Bins, Science Experience, Stem Lessons, Steam Lessons, Stem Club, Elementary Stem, Steam Challenges
FREE STEM Printables and Activities Pack
Well Nurtured Plants and Pillars has a post on STEM that includes FREE STEM printable cards and activities. There are numerous activities included and instr
two hands are holding a toy that is made out of legos and plastic blocks
How to Build a Fidget Spinner with LEGO Bricks - Frugal Fun For Boys and Girls
Have you heard of fidget spinners? Originally introduced as a fidget tool for kids with ADHD or autism spectrum disorder, they have exploded in popularity with kids everywhere! My boys heard about them from neighbor kids and wanted one of their own, so we ordered one from Amazon. I’ve gotta say – it’s a fun …
the lego gravity rollers are made out of lego parts
LEGO Gravity Rollers: A Fun Contraption That Propels Itself! - Frugal Fun For Boys and Girls
LEGO Gravity Rollers: A Fun Contraption That Propels Itself! Fantastic STEM project for kids.
hand holding three task cards with instructions for construction christmas tree that stands on its own
Simple STEAM Christmas Tasks - STEM Activities for Kids
Simple STEAM Christmas tasks that can be completed with basic materials. Four free task cards included. These are great for the week before Christmas break!
kids crafting 101 - color collages for st patrick's day
Toddler and Preschool Craft: Color Collage Art Activity
Kids Crafting 101 - Preschool Color Collage Art Activity
four pieces of paper folded in different shapes and sizes, sitting on a table next to each other
Make It @ Your Library
A searchable directory of crafting and tech ideas for makerspaces
kids are sitting at a table with some writing on it and the words, advocacy for makers spaces in librarys answers to common questions
Advocating for Makerspaces in Libraries - Renovated Learning
Advocating for Makerspaces in Libraries | Many school librarians face questions and criticisms when starting makerspaces in their schools. My post on AASL Knowledge Quest addresses some of the most common ones and offers advice for advocacy.
a can of paint sitting on top of a table
PhtR 1.6x2.1m Photo Studio Non-Woven Backdrop Background Green Screen Chroma Key • £5.69
Green Screen / Chromakey Studio Paint for Backgrounds, Props, Theater Equip uk.picclick.com
lego zip line exploring angles, tension and gravity with instructions to make it fun for kids
Make A LEGO Zipline - Little Bins for Little Hands
LEGO zip line - a fun activity for kids to learn about angles, gravity, and tension to build STEM skills
Gamer STEM Challenges - Video game Coding Challenge! Game Coding, Design Thinking Workshop, Steam Ideas, Stem Classes, Measurement Activities, Stem Ideas, Steam Activities, Stem Steam, Middle School Classroom
Gamer STEM Challenges!
Gamer STEM Challenges - Video game Coding Challenge!
Related searches
a person is holding an origami bird with wires attached to it and another piece of electrical equipment in the foreground
Electronic Origami Flapping Crane
Electronic Origami Flapping Crane w/ tutorial.
kids are playing with their laptops in an art class and the words definizing makerspaces what the research says
Defining Makerspaces: What the Research Says - Renovated Learning
Defining MAKERSPACES: What the research says: After receiving criticism that my space was not a "real makerspace", I decided to draft my own definition and take a look at how research defines makerspaces.
a woman is reading a book about the art of tinniuring with her hands
The Art of Tinkering, by Karen Wilkinson and Mike Petrich
a woman is working on an electronic device with wires attached to the computer monitor screen
4 Benefits of a Library Makerspace Staff Day
4 Benefits of Holding a Maker Program for Library Staff by Holly Storck-Post
Where the Magic Happens: library maker programs | The Maker Issue “If you want to say my whole library is a maker space, well, sometimes it looks like one,” says Melissa Techman. Photo courtesy of Broadus Wood Elementary School Library. Makerspace Elementary Library, Maker Space Ideas, Innovative Classroom, Library Makerspace, Makerspace Projects, Media Center Ideas, Makerspace Library, Makers Space, School Library Design
Library Journal
Where the Magic Happens: library maker programs | The Maker Issue “If you want to say my whole library is a maker space, well, sometimes it looks like one,” says Melissa Techman. Photo courtesy of Broadus Wood Elementary School Library.