
This piece was authored by METRC Assistant Director Laura B. Fogle to assist parents and caregivers who are interested in finding creative ways to keep their children entertained as the combination of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic and the onset of winter keep people inside.
As the hours of daylight get fewer and the temperatures get colder, people tend to spend more time inside. Parents and caregivers may be looking for activities to occupy children without screens during the winter months.
A home makerspace can engage kids in hands-on activities, while stimulating creativity and building problem solving skills. The purpose of a makerspace, whether it’s in your home or within a school, is to provide the resources and space to allow for experimentation and open-ended creation. A home makerspace can…