WHAT IS MAKERSPACE?
"Makerspace is a powerful initiative to bring exploration, creation, and hands-on learning into the library. Students can work on their own or in teams to build circuits and robots, learn about coding, and work on other engaging crafts in the library."
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WHY DO STUDENTS LOVE THEM?
- Engages students in hands-on projects
- Develops problem-solving skills and encourages self-direction
- Fosters teamwork, decision-making, and higher-level thinking
- Supports STEAM, social studies, and vocational education curriculum
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- Develops problem-solving skills and encourages self-direction
- Fosters teamwork, decision-making, and higher-level thinking
- Supports STEAM, social studies, and vocational education curriculum
- follettcommunity.com
LittleBits
Students used our new LittleBits to create a self-driving vehicle.
Balloon Monorails
Students were given a balloon, monofilament line, tape, and a straw. The goal was to attach both ends of the line to the wall and the straw, which was cut in half, to the balloon. One half was placed into the ballown as a way for the air to enter and exit the balloon. The enter half was taped to the balloon and used as a device for allowing the balloon to slide along the line. Students teamed up in pairs and attached their balloon to one end of the line and then let the air out of their balloon to allow it to move along the monorail.
Making FM Radios with Snap Circuits
Sewing 101
Students were taught the basics of threading a needle, some basic stitches, and how to knot their thread. They used a basic in and out stitch to create a snowflake pattern on felt.
Scribble Bots
Maker Club students used the brush bot from the previous session and transformed it into a Scribble Bot by adding various drawing materials and experimenting with the placement in order to achieve the effect they wanted.
Brush Bots and Battle Bot Arenas
Maker Club students were given an inexpensive brush, two alligator clips, a battery holder with extension wires, a battery, and the motor from an electric toothbrush. Students connected the pieces together and then used rubber bands and tape to attach the apparatus to the brush to create a brush bot. Students had to experiment with different placements in order to get their brush bot to travel forward in a straight line. Student then teamed up to construct a Battle Bot Arena where they will be battling the brush bots against each other. May the strongest bot win!
Ship Building Challenge
6th Grade Science Students Use the Maker Space to Create Models
Learning How to Control Sphero Robots
Making Marble Runs
Disassembling Technology
Cardboard Box Challenge
Flying Army Man Challenge
Bridge Challenge
Tower Challenge
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