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rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:00 PM EST

Welcome to #mslibchat! I'm @rchallway, and my co-mods are @SEMSLibraryLady and @LibrarianMS

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rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:00 PM EST

Tonight we will be chatting about MakerSpaces! Please introduce yourself and tell us where you teach. #mslibchat

rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:00 PM EST

I'm @rchallway and I'm a middle school librarian (5-8) in central PA #mslibchat

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rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:01 PM EST

We will be using Q1, A1 format for tonight's chat. Make sure to follow your chatmates and expand your PLN! #mslibchat

LibrarianMsG - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:01 PM EST

Happy to be here! Laura Gardner, Dartmouth Middle Sch teacher librarian in MA. Hello everyone! #mslibchat

rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:01 PM EST

Hi Laura! Great to "see" you again. Loved your article this week (the interview). #mslibchat

LibrarianMsG - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:02 PM EST

Thanks! Great to "see" you, too. 👋🏼 #mslibchat

rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:01 PM EST

Hi Laura! Great to "see" you again. Loved your article this week (the interview). #mslibchat

rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:03 PM EST

Q1 is up in 2 minutes. #mslibchat

rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:05 PM EST

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rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:06 PM EST

A1: I was a late adopter, but MakerSpace has now become a huge part of my library experience. It means choice, fun, innovation. #mslibchat

LibrarianMsG - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:07 PM EST

#MakerSpace to me is #creativity, #collaboration, risk taking, #studentcentered... #mslibchat

RondaGambleLMS Dec 5 @ 9:07 PM EST

A1: A place where Ss can create anything that they imagine. #mslibchat

LibrarianMsG - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:08 PM EST

Choice for sure! Love the opportunity for #personalizedlearning #mslibchat

rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:06 PM EST

A1: I was a late adopter, but MakerSpace has now become a huge part of my library experience. It means choice, fun, innovation. #mslibchat

rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:08 PM EST

A1: Follow-up question, does it "look" like something specific? Is there a particular recipe? #mslibchat

RondaGambleLMS Dec 5 @ 9:08 PM EST

A1: It transformed the culture of my library. #mslibchat

LibrarianMsG - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:09 PM EST

welcome, Ronda! #mslibchat

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rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:09 PM EST

Q2 in 1 minute #mslibchat

RondaGambleLMS Dec 5 @ 9:09 PM EST

Hello all. Ronda Gamble. Middle school grades 6-8 librarian in Alabama. #mslibchat

rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:09 PM EST

Me too! I'm still learning, but even my small scale MS has changed the way my library runs. #mslibchat

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rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:09 PM EST

Where in AL are you? I used to teach in Dale County. #mslibchat

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LibrarianMsG - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:09 PM EST

I think it depends on the library, the Ss and their interests! #mslibchat

rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:08 PM EST

A1: Follow-up question, does it "look" like something specific? Is there a particular recipe? #mslibchat

rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:10 PM EST

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RondaGambleLMS Dec 5 @ 9:10 PM EST

A1b: Each space should be unique and catered toward your school's needs. #mslibchat

rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:10 PM EST

And mine changes regularly. I put out different items, new challenges, etc. I'm learning constantly from colleagues. #mslibchat

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LibrarianMsG - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:10 PM EST

my #MakerSpace has really helped w problem of Ss w downtime and nothing to do. Now they have purpose! #mslibchat

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rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:11 PM EST

YES! Do you use a stations approach? #mslibchat

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LibrarianMsG - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:11 PM EST

A2 I have a #MakerSpace to help Ss find their passion, work w others, learn something new and have fun! #mslibchat

rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:12 PM EST

A2: I sort of got pushed into #MakerSpace b/c of previous librarian. Then fell in love. Now I'm hooked. #mslibchat

RondaGambleLMS Dec 5 @ 9:13 PM EST

A2: Started two years ago to reach Ss that were not readers. I have Ss interested in the library that never came in before. #mslibchat

LibrarianMsG - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:13 PM EST

I do stations sometimes in my library skills class to introduce parts of #MakerSpace #mslibchat

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rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:13 PM EST

So the items in your #MakerSpace are permanent? Or do they change? Still figuring it all out. #mslibchat

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LibrarianMsG - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:14 PM EST

Same! Love connecting w new Ss #mslibchat

RondaGambleLMS Dec 5 @ 9:13 PM EST

A2: Started two years ago to reach Ss that were not readers. I have Ss interested in the library that never came in before. #mslibchat

rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:14 PM EST

Q3 in 1 minute #mslibchat

RondaGambleLMS Dec 5 @ 9:14 PM EST

Hard not to get hooked when you see the results! #mslibchat

rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:12 PM EST

A2: I sort of got pushed into #MakerSpace b/c of previous librarian. Then fell in love. Now I'm hooked. #mslibchat

rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:15 PM EST

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LibrarianMsG - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:15 PM EST

Most everything is permanent. Paper circuits is something I brought in for a short period of time. #mslibchat

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rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:15 PM EST

Our co-moderator @SEMSLibraryLady is sick tonight, but she created a great set of #makerspace resources https://t.co/PJyfYpb950 #mslibchat

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LibrarianMsG - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:16 PM EST

A3 got started w #makerspace w green screens and @touchcastedu // love @lflemingedu book worlds of making as a starter resource #mslibchat

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RondaGambleLMS Dec 5 @ 9:17 PM EST

I have things set out in one main area and a conference room now setup as an arts and crafts room. I don't really change it out. #mslibchat

LibrarianMsG - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:18 PM EST

I also love @gravescolleen and @gravesdotaaron book Big Book of MakerSpaces & follow them both on IG. Lots of ideas! #makerspace #mslibchat

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rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:19 PM EST

Q4 in 1 minute #mslibchat

RondaGambleLMS Dec 5 @ 9:19 PM EST

A3: Got started when I heard another librarian talking about them. I was the first in my system to really dive in. #mslibchat

rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:19 PM EST

A3 started with a few @SnapCircuits kits, some low-tech puzzles/art projects, games. Added @littleBits recently and @sphero #mslibchat

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LibrarianMsG - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:19 PM EST

I am doing holiday specific #MakerSpace items like our holiday trees made from discarded books #mslibchat

rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:20 PM EST

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rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:20 PM EST

Are instructions at each space so kids work independently? Done during book exchange? #mslibchat

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RondaGambleLMS Dec 5 @ 9:20 PM EST

A3: My go to resources at the time were @LFlemingEDU @gravescolleen and @twitter in general. #mslibchat

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LibrarianMsG - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:21 PM EST

We have @snapcircuits @littlebits @sphero #legowall #greenscreens #ducttape @lulzbot3D printer in our #makerspace #mslibchat

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RondaGambleLMS Dec 5 @ 9:22 PM EST

My library usage has increased by 25%, built relationships with Ss I couldn't reach before, and it is inspiring my Ss. #mslibchat

LibrarianMsG - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:22 PM EST

instructions are out as needed but I often tell kids to figure it out themselves...that's part of #making! #makerspace #mslibchat

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LibrarianMsG - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:23 PM EST

Awesome!! 😀👍🏻👏🏻 #mslibchat

RondaGambleLMS Dec 5 @ 9:22 PM EST

My library usage has increased by 25%, built relationships with Ss I couldn't reach before, and it is inspiring my Ss. #mslibchat

rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:23 PM EST

I have a coloring station, which is super low-tech, but also super-popular! Also K'nex. #mslibchat

LibrarianMsG - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:23 PM EST

#MakerSpace is worth it bc I see kids learn new skills, collaborate, innovate and have fun. Love that it happens in the library!! #mslibchat

RondaGambleLMS Dec 5 @ 9:24 PM EST

We have @Sphero @KEVAplanks @ozobot @littlebits @makeymakey @legos @knex board games @bloxelsbuilder 3D printer #mslibchat

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rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:24 PM EST

Q5 in 1 minute #mslibchat

rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:24 PM EST

I was just looking at Bloxels. What do you think? #mslibchat

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rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:25 PM EST

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RondaGambleLMS Dec 5 @ 9:25 PM EST

I tried prompts, but my Ss ignored them to do what they wanted to do. I have out th instructions and let them have at it. #mslibchat

LibrarianMsG - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:26 PM EST

thinking of getting @bloxelsbuilder for my son for Christmas...and then for my library 😂 #mslibchat

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rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:26 PM EST

Me too. They just want to experiment and use their own ideas. #mslibchat

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RondaGambleLMS Dec 5 @ 9:26 PM EST

I do not have a structured makerspace time though. I would do centers with prompts if it was an actual class. #mslibchat

rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:27 PM EST

I don't have a class but I get 20 minute rotations all day every day with every student grades 5-8. (5th one day, next day 6th). #mslibchat

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LibrarianMsG - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:27 PM EST

I follow @DianaLRendina @gravescolleen on IG and twitter. My state #MakerSpace group is chatting w @gravescolleen tomorrow night! #mslibchat

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rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:28 PM EST

A5: Lego Challenge #makerspace #mslibchat

rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:29 PM EST

Bonus question #6 in 1 minute #mslibchat

rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:29 PM EST

A5: Here are my stations https://t.co/rjVf5p9o7Y #mslibchat

LibrarianMsG - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:29 PM EST

#mslibchat @Sphero rolling all over (book buffet setup too) #makerspace

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LibrarianMsG - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:30 PM EST

#mslibchat guest visitor at our #MakerClub (meets once a week w 36 kids!) showing how to solder. #makerspace

rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:30 PM EST

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rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:31 PM EST

#makerclub is during school or after? #mslibchat

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LibrarianMsG - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:31 PM EST

#mslibchat typical #MakerClub madness-- #coding #virtualreality @tinkercad #makerapace

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rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:31 PM EST

A6: #snapcircuits, hands down. Can't keep the batteries stocked. Then coloring. #mslibchat

RondaGambleLMS Dec 5 @ 9:31 PM EST

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rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:32 PM EST

#virtualreality = must have cell phones, right? #mslibchat

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LibrarianMsG - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:32 PM EST

after school on Tuesdays #mslibchat 1 hour of total craziness #makerspace

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rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:32 PM EST

LOVE! What are the cups? Looks awesome. #mslibchat

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LibrarianMsG - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:33 PM EST

yes-- I used to have an old cell for @google cardboard but it broke. About 95% of our kids have smart phones #mslibchat

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rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:33 PM EST

Our kids can't have them (we are 1:1 laptops). But I wonder if iPods would work, and we could order a class set. #mslibchat

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RondaGambleLMS Dec 5 @ 9:34 PM EST

A6: This year, I have to say plain old solo cups. They love those darn things. #mslibchat

rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:34 PM EST

I LOVE THIS. Totally stealing. Are you giving them challenges for this one? #mslibchat

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rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:34 PM EST

What a simple but awesome #makerspace idea. #mslibchat

RondaGambleLMS Dec 5 @ 9:34 PM EST

A6: This year, I have to say plain old solo cups. They love those darn things. #mslibchat

rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:35 PM EST

That wraps up our chat for tonight. Thank you for joining! We will be back on 1/2! #mslibchat

LibrarianMsG - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:35 PM EST

but do they FLIP the cups?? #mslibchat

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rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:36 PM EST

Oh that DARN FLIPPING. They'll flip anything!! #mslibchat

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LibrarianMsG - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:36 PM EST

Our fave item is @touchcastedu with green screens. Want @bloxelbuilders!! #makerspace #mslibchat

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RondaGambleLMS Dec 5 @ 9:36 PM EST

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rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:36 PM EST

@lub #mslibchat

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LibrarianMsG - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:36 PM EST

Our fave item is @touchcastedu with green screens. Want @bloxelbuilders!! #makerspace #mslibchat
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LibrarianMsG - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:37 PM EST

All I want for Christmas and New Years is for the flipping to STOP!!! Lol 😂😂😂 #mslibchat

rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:36 PM EST

Oh that DARN FLIPPING. They'll flip anything!! #mslibchat
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rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:38 PM EST

Ok, it's past our time to close up. That was super fun, even if it was small! Thanks so much for the convo. #mslibchat

rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:38 PM EST

I've got to go read to my own kiddo (finishing up last Maze Runner). #mslibchat

rchallway - Moderator Dec 5 @ 9:39 PM EST

Have a great night everyone! #mslibchat

RondaGambleLMS Dec 5 @ 9:40 PM EST

Thanks! I loved the small chat! More interactive that way! #mslibchat