Hands-on learning areas are essential parts of every classroom. After all, children learn best when they can play, create, and use their imaginations to bring their ideas to life. A makerspace wall is a great way to integrate hands-on learning, giving students a place to think, explore, and experiment.
Since makerspaces can come in all shapes and sizes, you don’t need to be intimidated by the thought of creating one in your classroom. Here is a quick guide to the why and how of creating a makerspace that your students will be begging to use.
Why have a makerspace?
There is so much research out there that shows how essential hands-on learning is for kids. When students can use their hands to see how things work and to make new things, they are more likely to capture the lessons they learn into their long-term memory. Makerspaces require students to think out of the box and build…
