Makerspace

Teachers always look for ways to liven up the classroom and keep our students engaged.

With the emergence of makerspaces, there are endless possibilities for teachers to get creative in their classrooms! Makerspaces offer students a unique opportunity to work together on high-engagement projects that foster creativity, collaboration, curiosity, problem-solving, and critical thinking.

To help get you started utilizing Makerspace, I’ve created a list of books by standards that lend themselves to an innovative Makerspace extension or Story Station.

ELA Book List By Standard for Makerspace

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OTT: 238 10 of the Best Children's Christmas Books to Use in the Classroom

'Tis the season to be jolly, and what better way to spread some holiday cheer than with a good old-fashioned Christmas story?

OTT 236: From Drudgery to Explosion: How to Reclaim Your Love For Teaching With Makerspace

Hi, I'm Trina Deboree from Trina Deboree Teaching and Learning and the podcast One Tired Teacher. I create engaging content for elementary teachers focusing on Science, reading comprehension, STEM, and Makerspace. My passion lies in giving teachers back a fraction of their time so they can put first things first. My ultimate goal is to offer creative content that helps teachers inspire students to learn, dream, think, and wonder.

I will help you move from drudgery teaching, where you feel like you are going against your core values and teacher soul, to an explosion of teaching, where you fulfill your purpose and your ultimate dream of teaching.

OTT: 235 4 Quick and Easy Steps to Setting STEM Story Station in Your Makerspace

In the bustling realm of creators and innovators, a singular call echoes, enticing every curious mind to venture beyond the ordinary.

OTT 234: How Can Teachers, and Media Specialists Create a Meaningful Makerspace on a Shoestring Budget?

Unleash student creativity without breaking the bank! Learn how to start a meaningful makerspace on a budget and foster hands-on, collaborative learning.

OTT 233: 3 Brilliant Ideas for Teachers to Use Makerspace in Only 40 Minutes

Discover 3 quick and easy Thanksgiving-themed STEM activities for teachers to use in makerspace - perfect for a 40 minute class!

OTT 232: What are the Benefits of Learning When Using Makerspace in the Classroom?

Discover the transformative power of makerspace in education. Dive into hands-on, collaborative learning that boosts creativity, critical thinking, and teamwork in the classroom.

OTT 229: 5 Imaginative Ideas for Halloween and Makerspace in the Classroom

As Halloween approaches, teachers search for creative ways to engage their elementary students while embracing the spooky spirit.

Look no further than the makerspace in your classroom! This innovative space promotes hands-on learning and allows students to explore their imaginations and tap into their inner mad scientists during Halloween. So why not blend the fun of Halloween with the educational power of STEM and a Makerspace Extension or Two? We've conjured up five imaginative ideas that will make your students howl excitedly as they bring their eerie creations to life. So play a spooky Halloween tune or two and prepare for a hair-raising adventure in the makerspace world this Halloween!

OTT 228 Small Steps, Big Leaps: Halloween STEM Projects for the Elementary Classroom

Halloween, the spookiest time of year, is upon us once again. And while little goblins and witches roam the streets searching for candy, why not bring some educational magic into your elementary classroom for elementary students? Forget about the typical Halloween crafts, pumpkin carving, and a spooky Halloween tune; it's time to take small steps toward giant leaps with thrilling Halloween STEM activities! Transform your classroom into a makerspace activity filled with fun and discovery as students embark on spooky scientific adventures based on some Halloween story favorites. So grab your cauldron and broomstick because we're about to brew up some wickedly witty Halloween Story Stations that will have your students screaming for more Makerspace moments!

OTT 227: STEM for Halloween: 3 Ideas for Integrating Seasonal STEM Activities into the Classroom

As the air turns crisp and the leaves begin to fall, it's time to embrace the spooky spirit of Halloween in your classroom.

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Making AWESOME Makerspaces: The 7 Attributes of a Great Makerspace

Are you ready to integrate makerspace into your learning environment? Do you crave hands-on learning that engages your creativity and problem-solving skills? If so, it's time to join the makerspace movement.

6 Key Ideas to Keep in Mind When Launching a Makerspace

Do you want to avoid your classroom or library feeling like a boring, stuffy old place where creativity goes to die?

Well, have no fear! The maker movement is here to save the day (and your sanity). But before you start stocking up on glitter, glue sticks, duct tape, and art equipment, you need to keep a few key ideas in mind when launching your collaborative space.

Starting a Makerspace? 5 Fundamental Ways to Launching a Makerspace

Are you a maker at heart? Do you believe innovation and creativity should be nurtured and encouraged in future generations? Do you want to foster a collaborative space and be integral to the maker movement? You should consider starting a makerspace in your classroom, media center, or homeschool classroom!