115. How to Design a Makerspace

Show Summary:In this episode, Claire and Natasha discuss what things they would include in a devoted STEM classroom or Makerspace. They share some must-have products and design elements as well as some things you could skip. Tune in to hear an answer to one of our most frequently asked questions and take-away some ideas you may use for your STEM room.Have a question we could answer in a future podcast episode? Email us at [email protected] from the Show:Related The STEM Space Podcast Episodes25. Teaching Fads: Should You Have A Makerspace?106. Why is Engineering in K-12?93. How Does Engineering Relate to Science?Vivify STEM Blog PostsMust Haves for a STEM LabUnderstanding a Framework for P-12 Engineering LearningNot all STEM is Equal: 3 Stages of STEM EducationThe ABCs of Kindergarten STEMVivify STEM LessonsSTEM Classroom DecorationIntro to Coding: Communication STEM ActivityAlphabet STEM Challenges Bundle - Kindergarten STEM Year-Long CurriculumSTEM Scope & Sequence (Pacing Guide)Elementary School (K-5)Middle School (6-8)Other STEM ResourcesWe Are Teachers: What is a Makerspace?Claire’s Makerspace and STEM Materials original previewMentioned STEM Must-Haves (Amazon Affiliate links):- CANARY Cutters- ZOOB BuilderZ- LEGO DUPLO- LEGO Compatible Magnetic Brick TilesSphero EDUVivify Recommended ResourcesThe STEM Space Membership (Yearly access to ALL Vivify Lessons!)THE STEM SPACE SHOWNOTESTHE STEM SPACE FACEBOOK GROUPVIVIFY INSTAGRAMVIVIFY FACEBOOKVIVIFY TWITTERVIVIFY TIKTOK