A teacher’s ultimate goal is to instill a lifelong love of learning in their students. When kids are passionate about learning, the sky is the limit! Educators can support students’ creativity and natural curiosity in numerous ways, and one method getting a lot of attention recently is playful, hands-on learning.
When kids have fun and explore their interests, learning comes naturally. That’s why play has a fundamental role in the curriculum of students at any age. At the center of this playful learning movement is something called a makerspace, which is a collaborative workspace where kids can explore, create and learn by using a number of different materials and tools.
Makerspaces have appeared in libraries, schools and community centers, and when you implement one into your classroom design, you’re sure to be impressed with the results. Students will line up to use this…