Why Are Makerspaces Important in the Elementary Classroom?

144: Why Are Makerspaces Important in the Elementary Classroom?Today we are talking about WHY classrooms might want to include a makerspace. Come join me.Makerspaces are more than a dedicated space. They are a mindset. One of innovation, creativity, collaboration, community, and critical thinking. Makerspace should exist in every elementary classroom. Do you have a Makerspace?Links Mentioned in the Show:Fall STEM-stravaganzaFree Makerspace Moments in LiteratureMastering Makerspace Course: From Zero to AmazingSubscribe and Review: Are you subscribed to my podcast? If you’re not, I want to encourage you to do that today. I don’t want you to miss an episode. I’m adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the mix and if you’re not subscribed there’s a good chance you’ll miss out on those. Click here for iTunes. Now if you’re feeling extra loving, I would be really grateful if you left me a review over on iTunes, too. Those reviews help other people find my podcast and they’re also fun for me to go in and read. Click here to leave a review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and let me know what your favorite part of the podcast is. Thank you!    Support the showNeed a fully developed STEM Curriculum for 2nd grade with a heavy focus on reading and science? I've got you covered.  👉  2nd Grade STEM Curriculum | NGSS Science Units & Lesson PlansSubscribe and Review:Are you subscribed to my podcast? If you’re not, I want to encourage you to do that today. Click here for iTunes.Now, if you’re feeling extra loving, I would be really grateful if you left me a review. Click here to leave a review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review.”  Thank you!