Librarian Michelle Poast discusses a new makerspace at Prairie Queen Elementary School in Papillion on Friday, Dec. 2, 2022.
Sometimes you just need to do something a little different.
Students at Prairie Queen Elementary School have a new outlet for creativity and a chance for a crafty, problem-solving break from their regular studies.
Librarian Michelle Poast created a new makerspace for students, thanks to a grant through the Papillion La Vista Community Schools Foundation, that’s not focused so much on 3D printers and gadgets but instead relies upon old standbys such as yarn, Legos and Popsicle sticks.
In other words, the makerspace is a space for students to make things.
“Makerspace is just a place where we wanted the kids to be able to come outside of their…
