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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:00 PM EDT

Welcome to the #2PencilChat! We're talking low-tech #MakerSpaces, TinkerTables, or Creation Time. Say hey, and tell us what you call it!

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:01 PM EDT

Hey #2PencilChat, I'm Sean in NY (tonight), chatting from my phone. Forgive me if I don't keep up as well as usual! I'm all for #Makerspace.

ReadforCupcakes Jul 25 @ 7:02 PM EDT

Caren, Library Teacher/STEAM Club, Rural NC, grades 4 &5 #2pencilchat

MrsSchramp Jul 25 @ 7:02 PM EDT

Melissa from KS. I'm back teaching after a break to raise my kids. Don't have a name for my space so excited to learn from you! #2PencilChat

ahlquist23 Jul 25 @ 7:03 PM EDT

Erik from KCMO, 4th grade #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:03 PM EDT

Hi Caren, I wanna read and get cupcakes! #2PencilChat

In reply to @ReadforCupcakes

larkscience Jul 25 @ 7:03 PM EDT

I'm Erin, in line at the snowcone stand. 🍦#2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:04 PM EDT

Q1 So with your #Makerspace, what are your goals? #2PencilChat

ChouinardJahant Jul 25 @ 7:04 PM EDT

Hello #2PencilChat Melissa from Katy TX- Makerspaces are such an important topic-low or high tech -so much a part of a stud-cent class

larkscience Jul 25 @ 7:04 PM EDT

STEAM Club? Sounds cool! #2Pencilchat

In reply to @ReadforCupcakes

valerietilton Jul 25 @ 7:04 PM EDT

Valerie IC from FL ready to "listen"and learn! #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:04 PM EDT

Hi Melissa, welcome to the #2PencilChat!

In reply to @MrsSchramp

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:05 PM EDT

A1 For my goals, I feel that having Ss stretch out as creators benefits their writing, their thinking, and their spirit! #2PencilChat

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MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:05 PM EDT

Howdy Erik! ,#2PencilChat

In reply to @ahlquist23

ChouinardJahant Jul 25 @ 7:05 PM EDT

#2PencilChat An arsenal of supplies for students to use their artistic & engineering skills to demonstrate their knowledge- tinker & design

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:04 PM EDT

Q1 So with your #Makerspace, what are your goals? #2PencilChat

Ms__Walsh Jul 25 @ 7:05 PM EDT

Emily - Middle School Computer Science Teacher from Milwaukee, WI! Chatting #2PencilChat and #edchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:06 PM EDT

Cheers, Erin! #2PencilChat

In reply to @larkscience

valerietilton Jul 25 @ 7:06 PM EDT

A1: Interested to hear what they're like at secondary level! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:06 PM EDT

What's shaking, Melissa? #2PencilChat

In reply to @ChouinardJahant

Ms__Walsh Jul 25 @ 7:06 PM EDT

A1 - To give students a space to be creative, try new things & fail forward, be innovative and collaborate #2PencilChat

ReadforCupcakes Jul 25 @ 7:06 PM EDT

Doing #stopmotion tomorrow afternoon! Can't wait! #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:06 PM EDT

Vaaaaal! #2PencilChat

In reply to @valerietilton

larkscience Jul 25 @ 7:07 PM EDT

A1 Goal is to get things into kids hands that they wouldn't normally get to mess with. #2PencilChat

ChouinardJahant Jul 25 @ 7:07 PM EDT

Goal for Makerspace this year, have several carts in different areas & a large table in the center of room to spark creativity #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:07 PM EDT

Welcome Emily! #2PencilChat

In reply to @Ms__Walsh

ReadforCupcakes Jul 25 @ 7:08 PM EDT

A1: I want kids to be curious, to want to explore, and learn new things!! I also want them to make mistakes! #makerspace #2pencilchat

ahlquist23 Jul 25 @ 7:08 PM EDT

A1: I do not have a #Makerspace in my classroom yet, so I am excited to get some great ideas about them. #2PencilChat

sjstaley77 Jul 25 @ 7:09 PM EDT

Sara, principal in Texas. My 1st #2PencilChat! We LOVE Makerspace and our goal is to continue to shape creativity in our students!

ChouinardJahant Jul 25 @ 7:09 PM EDT

A Makerspace needs to be student operated and organized- let them add things based on interest & let them "own" it #2PencilChat

MrsSchramp Jul 25 @ 7:09 PM EDT

A1 I want Ss to make history come alive, see its importance& make connections that might be hard to make w just reading. #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:10 PM EDT

Welcome Sara! #2PencilChat

In reply to @sjstaley77

ChouinardJahant Jul 25 @ 7:11 PM EDT

The abstract becomes both tangible and familiar when students use digits over digital & create models & artifacts #2PencilChat

In reply to @MrsSchramp

JoPrestia Jul 25 @ 7:11 PM EDT

Important call held up just dropping in to say hi & let you know that Wednesday is a great day! @MagicPantsJones #2PencilChat

larkscience Jul 25 @ 7:11 PM EDT

Same here, and I'm thinking sharing a space with a couple other teachers might be a good plan, space-wise... #2Pencilchat

ahlquist23 Jul 25 @ 7:08 PM EDT

A1: I do not have a #Makerspace in my classroom yet, so I am excited to get some great ideas about them. #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:12 PM EDT

Q2 What do you consider a must have for your #Makerspace? #2PencilChat

nathan_stevens Jul 25 @ 7:12 PM EDT

A1 to allow students to create with the tools at hand. To allow students to create representations of new knowledge #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:12 PM EDT

Future Lady! Te amo! #2PencilChat

In reply to @JoPrestia

ReadforCupcakes Jul 25 @ 7:12 PM EDT

A2: Legos!! Then stickers, craft supplies, pipe cleaners, basic art supplies! #2pencilchat

nathan_stevens Jul 25 @ 7:12 PM EDT

But as a reminder maker extends past the space. We don't want to be making more computer labs #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:13 PM EDT

A2 So much good, but I'm voting for cardboard and Mr. McGroovy's Box Rivets. https://t.co/bLzbdaNsEr #2PencilChat

ahlquist23 Jul 25 @ 7:13 PM EDT

A2: Again, not having much experience with #Makerspace, but I have to think Legos would be a must have. #2PencilChat

ChouinardJahant Jul 25 @ 7:13 PM EDT

#2pencilchat Definitely play-doh, construction paper, glitter & googly eyes, Lego, popsicle sticks & lots lots lots of recyclables

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:12 PM EDT

Q2 What do you consider a must have for your #Makerspace? #2PencilChat

nathan_stevens Jul 25 @ 7:13 PM EDT

A1 to allow students to become great evaluators of tools #2PencilChat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

Ms__Walsh Jul 25 @ 7:14 PM EDT

A2 Clear expectations — freedom, not free time, clean up after yourself & be respectful. Each kid gets Makerspace Certified #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:12 PM EDT

Q2 What do you consider a must have for your #Makerspace? #2PencilChat

sjstaley77 Jul 25 @ 7:14 PM EDT

A2: our students ❤️ marble runs and cardboard creations. They also like Lego wall, Lego TV trays, and Keva Planks! #2PencilChat

nathan_stevens Jul 25 @ 7:15 PM EDT

A2 cardboard, paper and pencils. Sketching is a must. Bust each space should represent to goals of the school #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

ChouinardJahant Jul 25 @ 7:15 PM EDT

#2PencilChat The more odd shaped recyclables you have the more creative Ss get. Provide crates of different shapes & sizes they will thrive

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:12 PM EDT

Q2 What do you consider a must have for your #Makerspace? #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:15 PM EDT

Yes #2PencilChat

In reply to @nathan_stevens

Ms__Walsh Jul 25 @ 7:15 PM EDT

A2 Play-dough, cardboard, legos, paper/pencils. I take ANYTHING I can get. The kids always find a way to create w/all of it #2PencilChat

nathan_stevens Jul 25 @ 7:15 PM EDT

A2 screwdrivers, old computers, and magic pants #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

chalkrelic Jul 25 @ 7:16 PM EDT

Whoa! Now hip to box rivets. #2pencilchat. I'm such a STEAMer so always a ton of artsy things.

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

nathan_stevens Jul 25 @ 7:16 PM EDT

A2 scissors and paper folding #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

ChouinardJahant Jul 25 @ 7:17 PM EDT

#2pencilchat I save a lot over the summer, all call to teachers for recyclables & Ps at open-house & class blog-I ask a lot

In reply to @valerietilton

ChouinardJahant Jul 25 @ 7:17 PM EDT

#2Pencilchat At open-house I have parents use it-sparks interest & they love to donate when they see how it is used

In reply to @valerietilton

nathan_stevens Jul 25 @ 7:18 PM EDT

And please let's not acronym maker with stem or steam. #makered is about learning. #2pencilchat

ClarksOwlstars Jul 25 @ 7:18 PM EDT

Used boxes at Sams, Costco, BJs, or grocery stores! #2PencilChat

ChouinardJahant Jul 25 @ 7:19 PM EDT

I also have wood, screw-drivers and more industrial stuff too. But I tend to go low tech in my Makerspace #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:20 PM EDT

Q3 What advice do you have for the #Makerspace Starter Pack for a teacher with little/no budget? #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:20 PM EDT

#2PencilChat, can i just say how much I'm loving these answers tonight?

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:21 PM EDT

A3 Use cast offs, throwaways, and anything that's used, but not used up. Invest more in storage than materials! #2PencilChat

ChouinardJahant Jul 25 @ 7:21 PM EDT

#2pencilchat I agree it is bring science to life in my classroom- using simple materials to tinker & create personal & magical learning exp

In reply to @nathan_stevens

sjstaley77 Jul 25 @ 7:21 PM EDT

A3: we send a letter home requesting each class to donate a certain supply. Works well! #2PencilChat

Ms__Walsh Jul 25 @ 7:21 PM EDT

A3 - GRANTS! I got over $5000 in grants this past year for my Makerspace. I had no budget really either :( #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:20 PM EDT

Q3 What advice do you have for the #Makerspace Starter Pack for a teacher with little/no budget? #2PencilChat

ReadforCupcakes Jul 25 @ 7:21 PM EDT

A3: Ask for donations, hit the Good Will stores, yard sales, grants, book fair $$, fund raise! #2PencilChat

nathan_stevens Jul 25 @ 7:21 PM EDT

A3 there are a lot of paper activities that can be done. Look at how you can create sustainability through recycled items #2Pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

ahlquist23 Jul 25 @ 7:21 PM EDT

A3: This sounds like a perfect way to get items for cheap in your #Makerspace. #2PencilChat

ChouinardJahant Jul 25 @ 7:17 PM EDT

#2Pencilchat At open-house I have parents use it-sparks interest & they love to donate when they see how it is used
In reply to @valerietilton

valerietilton Jul 25 @ 7:21 PM EDT

A3: Def what @ChouinardJahant suggested! Ask, post on blog, save items! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻 #2PencilChat

aleaglen Jul 25 @ 7:21 PM EDT

A2: Joining in because I saw Q2 pop up in my feed. I❤❤❤k'nex, Legos & Keva Planks. #2PencilChat

nathan_stevens Jul 25 @ 7:22 PM EDT

One thing to add the this #makered discussion is that responsible makers create documentation of their process #2Pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:22 PM EDT

HO LEE HECK! #2PencilChat

In reply to @Ms__Walsh

ReadforCupcakes Jul 25 @ 7:22 PM EDT

A3: Donors Choose, and you can also make and share your Amazon Wish list with friends and parents! #2PencilChat

ChouinardJahant Jul 25 @ 7:22 PM EDT

#2Pencilchat Start collecting toilet paper rolls, water bottles etc. dumpster dive -also add a wish list to your syllabus, recyclables 90%

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:20 PM EDT

Q3 What advice do you have for the #Makerspace Starter Pack for a teacher with little/no budget? #2PencilChat

larkscience Jul 25 @ 7:23 PM EDT

A2 Cardboard and #allthetape #2PencilChat

ChouinardJahant Jul 25 @ 7:24 PM EDT

#2Pencilchat I had no budget- went to Home Depot & Target asked for broken or unsellable stuff-they gave some stuff but most comes from Ps

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:20 PM EDT

Q3 What advice do you have for the #Makerspace Starter Pack for a teacher with little/no budget? #2PencilChat

nathan_stevens Jul 25 @ 7:24 PM EDT

I move from group to group asking questions about what they are doing #2pencilchat

In reply to @valerietilton, @MagicPantsJones

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:24 PM EDT

Oh gosh, yes! #2PencilChat

In reply to @nathan_stevens

nathan_stevens Jul 25 @ 7:24 PM EDT

We used the 3 question model for project logs #2pencilchat

In reply to @ReadforCupcakes, @MagicPantsJones

ChouinardJahant Jul 25 @ 7:25 PM EDT

#2pencilchat Every color of duct tape imaginable- students love duct tape

In reply to @larkscience

aleaglen Jul 25 @ 7:25 PM EDT

A2: our "take-apart" station with low tech tools (screwdrivers) and broken appliances was a HUGE hit in our makerspace. #2PencilChat

ChouinardJahant Jul 25 @ 7:26 PM EDT

They have a plan before they jump in to the Makerspace- blue prints or even a doodle to get them started in the right direction #2PencilChat

larkscience Jul 25 @ 7:26 PM EDT

Portland has SCRAP for bits &bobs on the cheap, you need one too! #recycle #reuse #wherecrayonbitsgo #2PencilChat https://t.co/CaEDTYUcMA

nathan_stevens Jul 25 @ 7:26 PM EDT

The questions are 1 What did you do? 2 What did you learn? 3 what questions do you have? #2pencilchat

In reply to @ReadforCupcakes, @MagicPantsJones

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:27 PM EDT

Sweet! #2PencilChat

In reply to @aleaglen

MrsSchramp Jul 25 @ 7:27 PM EDT

Ty! Loving this chat so far! #2pencilchat (how's that for a late response!)

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

nathan_stevens Jul 25 @ 7:27 PM EDT

Mental notes mostly. I do take a lot of pictures. #2pencilchat

In reply to @valerietilton, @MagicPantsJones

chalkrelic Jul 25 @ 7:27 PM EDT

#2pencilchat My P's building a container for an egg drop at BTSN last year. Ss tested them out the next day. #parentmakers

aleaglen Jul 25 @ 7:27 PM EDT

A3: definitely ask for donations from Parents/community. #2pencilchat

ChouinardJahant Jul 25 @ 7:27 PM EDT

Yes have them give at least something to show their learning a sum up of why & how they created their artifact #2pencilchat

In reply to @nathan_stevens, @ReadforCupcakes, @MagicPantsJones

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:28 PM EDT

Q4 Let's make our #Makerspace Wish List! #2PencilChat

larkscience Jul 25 @ 7:28 PM EDT

Awesome! #2PencilChat

In reply to @ReadforCupcakes, @scrapexchange

ahlquist23 Jul 25 @ 7:28 PM EDT

A4 Yes, please and thank you! #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:28 PM EDT

Q4 Let's make our #Makerspace Wish List! #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:29 PM EDT

A4 Cardboard, glue, Mr. McGroovy's Box Rivets, Scissors, Duct Tape, Magazines, Fabric Squares, String, #2PencilChat

nathan_stevens Jul 25 @ 7:29 PM EDT

Plus you can have them record their process with @Seesaw #2pencilchat

In reply to @valerietilton, @MagicPantsJones, @Seesaw

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:29 PM EDT

It's okay, I'm walking through New York City at the moment! Come back every Tuesday at 7, it's a great group. #2PencilChat

In reply to @MrsSchramp

larkscience Jul 25 @ 7:29 PM EDT

A4 Community experts to come in and make with us, please #MakerSpace #2pencilchat

nathan_stevens Jul 25 @ 7:29 PM EDT

A4 magic pants #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

cathylw2 Jul 25 @ 7:29 PM EDT

#2pencilchat Just jumping in randomly here. Cathy from Calgary. Agreed. Ps generously donated to our makerspace-type final assessment.

ChouinardJahant Jul 25 @ 7:24 PM EDT
#2Pencilchat I had no budget- went to Home Depot & Target asked for broken or unsellable stuff-they gave some stuff but most comes from Ps
- MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:20 PM EDT
  
  Q3 What advice do you have for the #Makerspace Starter Pack for a teacher with little/no budget? #2PencilChat

Ms__Walsh Jul 25 @ 7:29 PM EDT

A4 @bloxelsbuilder, @SpheroEdu, @PlayOsmo, @OZOBOT - currently have but would LOVE class sets #MakerSpace #2pencilchat

nathan_stevens Jul 25 @ 7:30 PM EDT

A4 aprons or some sort of safety clothing #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

ReadforCupcakes Jul 25 @ 7:30 PM EDT

A4: Cardboard, McGroovy Rivets, soldering kit, low heat glue guns, fabric, sewing machine, vinyl cutter, @OZOBOT #makeymakey #2PencilChat

ChouinardJahant Jul 25 @ 7:30 PM EDT

#2pencilchat Wish list: makey makey, more Lego, electronic circuit tape, circuit boards, servo's and arduino's -simple electronics

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:28 PM EDT

Q4 Let's make our #Makerspace Wish List! #2PencilChat

larkscience Jul 25 @ 7:31 PM EDT

Yes please! #2Pencilchat

nathan_stevens Jul 25 @ 7:30 PM EDT

A4 aprons or some sort of safety clothing #2pencilchat
In reply to @MagicPantsJones

nathan_stevens Jul 25 @ 7:31 PM EDT

A4 tape supply, legos, play-doh, paper for sketching, popsicle sticks #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

ChouinardJahant Jul 25 @ 7:31 PM EDT

#2pencilchat If we are dreaming big- a 3D printer

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:28 PM EDT

Q4 Let's make our #Makerspace Wish List! #2PencilChat

ReadforCupcakes Jul 25 @ 7:31 PM EDT

A few cases of tape!! All Kinds! #2PencilChat

nathan_stevens Jul 25 @ 7:31 PM EDT

A4 also depends on how flashy you need your space to be to bring in more funding #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones

sjstaley77 Jul 25 @ 7:32 PM EDT

A4: copper tape, cardboard scissors, more dot/dash and little bits, osmo coding game, drill, broken appliances, 3D doodle pens #2PencilChat

Ms__Walsh Jul 25 @ 7:32 PM EDT

YESSSS you can never have enough tape! #MakerSpace #2pencilchat

ReadforCupcakes Jul 25 @ 7:31 PM EDT

A few cases of tape!! All Kinds! #2PencilChat

cathylw2 Jul 25 @ 7:32 PM EDT

#2pencilchat Yes! Invest more in storage than materials.

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:21 PM EDT

A3 Use cast offs, throwaways, and anything that's used, but not used up. Invest more in storage than materials! #2PencilChat

Ms__Walsh Jul 25 @ 7:32 PM EDT

A4 Batteries! You will always need more for something… #MakerSpace #2pencilchat

larkscience Jul 25 @ 7:32 PM EDT

...and if we are dreaming even bigger, a laser printer! #2Pencilchat #ChristmasInJuly

ChouinardJahant Jul 25 @ 7:31 PM EDT
#2pencilchat If we are dreaming big- a 3D printer
- MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:28 PM EDT
  
  Q4 Let's make our #Makerspace Wish List! #2PencilChat

ReadforCupcakes Jul 25 @ 7:32 PM EDT

I saw a while back kids selling mini maker kits to raise money for their #makerspaces but I can't find it again! Anyone? #2PencilChat

ChouinardJahant Jul 25 @ 7:32 PM EDT

#2Pencilchat To me personally I try to stay away from flashy I prefer simple & back to basics

In reply to @nathan_stevens, @MagicPantsJones

nathan_stevens Jul 25 @ 7:34 PM EDT

The reason you may need flashy is to get more activities funded. Lots of schools need something to capture parents #2pencilchat

In reply to @ChouinardJahant, @MagicPantsJones

ChouinardJahant Jul 25 @ 7:34 PM EDT

Lots and lots of buckets, crates & organizing apparatuses are a must-messy is one thing unorganized makes it ineffective #2PencilChat

nathan_stevens Jul 25 @ 7:34 PM EDT

It depends on how administration views space. I have been through both when designing spaces for schools #2Pencilchat

In reply to @ChouinardJahant, @MagicPantsJones

larkscience Jul 25 @ 7:35 PM EDT

#truth I wouldn't go out for a week! #makeallthethings #2pencilchat

In reply to @ReadforCupcakes

ChouinardJahant Jul 25 @ 7:35 PM EDT

#2Pencilchat True. I leave the flashy to our media center. But you need a hook to get more funding yes. In my room, simple is ok with us

In reply to @nathan_stevens, @MagicPantsJones

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:36 PM EDT

Q5 What ONE big (medium?) ticket item would you love to add to your #Makerspace? #2PencilChat

nathan_stevens Jul 25 @ 7:36 PM EDT

Remember that tools and materials need to in reach of students. Store where students can quickly grad and use #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:37 PM EDT

A5 I'm gonna have to go with the @littleBits Gizmos & Gadgets Kit. That looks cool. https://t.co/UA5uK5be6d… #2PencilChat

cathylw2 Jul 25 @ 7:37 PM EDT

#2pencilchat Love 'Little Bits'! Copper tape? Tell us more, pls. Where to find? What to use for?

sjstaley77 Jul 25 @ 7:32 PM EDT

A4: copper tape, cardboard scissors, more dot/dash and little bits, osmo coding game, drill, broken appliances, 3D doodle pens #2PencilChat

ChouinardJahant Jul 25 @ 7:37 PM EDT

#2PencilChat A large mobile cupboard for storage

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:36 PM EDT

Q5 What ONE big (medium?) ticket item would you love to add to your #Makerspace? #2PencilChat

larkscience Jul 25 @ 7:38 PM EDT

A5 A better drill, and/or a legit tool chest #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:36 PM EDT

Q5 What ONE big (medium?) ticket item would you love to add to your #Makerspace? #2PencilChat

valerietilton Jul 25 @ 7:38 PM EDT

Having to pop out early tonight! Have a great week everyone! Stay safe @MagicPantsJones!#2PencilChat

nathan_stevens Jul 25 @ 7:38 PM EDT

A5 anything @Makeblock is awesome. Can be expanded to make big projects #2Pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones, @Makeblock

nathan_stevens Jul 25 @ 7:39 PM EDT

If you buy littleBits make sure you get bitcare to cover breaks #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones, @littleBits

ReadforCupcakes Jul 25 @ 7:39 PM EDT

A5: Laser cutter (large ticket), vinyl cutter (medium ticket). I brought my personal one and Ss made tee shirts, <3 #2PencilChat

nathan_stevens Jul 25 @ 7:39 PM EDT

We have several broken bits #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones, @littleBits

ReadforCupcakes Jul 25 @ 7:41 PM EDT

#2PencilChat

ReadforCupcakes Jul 25 @ 7:40 PM EDT

I had planned to use copper tape for our #makercamp, my order didn't come! Used tin foil, christmas lights, and 9V batteries..very low tech

ChouinardJahant Jul 25 @ 7:41 PM EDT

The most important aspect of a Makerspace is accessibility & comfortabilty if students love the space they will use it daily #2PencilChat

nathan_stevens Jul 25 @ 7:41 PM EDT

A5 a bunch of hot wheels cars and track #2pencilchat

nathan_stevens Jul 25 @ 7:42 PM EDT

Snap circuits can give you something similar. #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones, @littleBits

ReadforCupcakes Jul 25 @ 7:42 PM EDT

A5: Pool noodles #2PencilChat

cathylw2 Jul 25 @ 7:42 PM EDT

#2pencilchat Maybe Ss speaking to their innovative learning in the mspace, thru S-lead conferences or open house or..., makes the case.

nathan_stevens Jul 25 @ 7:34 PM EDT

The reason you may need flashy is to get more activities funded. Lots of schools need something to capture parents #2pencilchat
In reply to @ChouinardJahant, @MagicPantsJones

ChouinardJahant Jul 25 @ 7:43 PM EDT

Before an activity I have students pre-plan and we seek out donations if we are lacking supplies-we run low due to use #2PencilChat

nathan_stevens Jul 25 @ 7:43 PM EDT

If you buy littlebits make sure you buy extra motors and servos. A car takes several motors to get rolling #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones, @littleBits

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:44 PM EDT

Q6 I know, we're generally keeping it low tech, but what are your favorite tech tools and websites for student creation? #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:44 PM EDT

#2PencilChat In the trash on the sidewalk just now. +Sniff+

ReadforCupcakes Jul 25 @ 7:44 PM EDT

Just found this! It's on my to do list! https://t.co/z92pgXAij0 #2PencilChat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:45 PM EDT

A6 I wouldn't be where I am today if my answer wasn't @Buncee! It's nice when passion drives your career decisions. #2PencilChat

nathan_stevens Jul 25 @ 7:45 PM EDT

Parents need to see students draw n to the space. Each school is different #2pencilchat

In reply to @cathylw2

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:45 PM EDT

Yassss! #2PencilChat

In reply to @nathan_stevens

ReadforCupcakes Jul 25 @ 7:45 PM EDT

My Ss love #Scratch #2PencilChat

ChouinardJahant Jul 25 @ 7:46 PM EDT

#2pencilchat #instructables #makered #tinkercrate

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:44 PM EDT

Q6 I know, we're generally keeping it low tech, but what are your favorite tech tools and websites for student creation? #2PencilChat

nathan_stevens Jul 25 @ 7:46 PM EDT

Scratch is awesome. Also have students check it snap #2pencilchat

In reply to @ReadforCupcakes

ahlquist23 Jul 25 @ 7:46 PM EDT

A6: My kids love #coding websites. #2PencilChat

nathan_stevens Jul 25 @ 7:47 PM EDT

I agree. We use @instructables and also use wikis #2pencilchat

In reply to @ChouinardJahant, @instructables

cathylw2 Jul 25 @ 7:48 PM EDT

#2pencilchat One more mention of 'Little Bits'! So much more user friendly than regular supplies for study of electricity.

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:44 PM EDT

Q6 I know, we're generally keeping it low tech, but what are your favorite tech tools and websites for student creation? #2PencilChat

ReadforCupcakes Jul 25 @ 7:48 PM EDT

A6: We are doing #stopmotion tomorrow with #stikbots that my Ss told me about! #2PencilChat

sjstaley77 Jul 25 @ 7:49 PM EDT

A6: Scratch, Do Ink, Osmos, iPads, Bee Bots, @makeymakey #2PencilChat @PlayOsmo

ChouinardJahant Jul 25 @ 7:51 PM EDT

We use stop motion video a lot to make some vodcasts about what they makes. I love iPads & stop motion video #2pencilchat

In reply to @ReadforCupcakes

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:52 PM EDT

Q7 Who should we be following (and reading) to make sure that our #Makerspaces are kicking butt? #2PencilChat

larkscience Jul 25 @ 7:52 PM EDT

A6 I'm digging Sketchup and their online beta seems to work okay as an intro for the kids #2pencilchat

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:53 PM EDT

A7 I'm a fan of @gravescolleen and @dianalrendina! Author Pages: https://t.co/EmDkIRbarU annnnd https://t.co/3VdXinqmXY #2PencilChat

cathylw2 Jul 25 @ 7:53 PM EDT

#2pencilchat Does anyone prefer another green screen program over DoInk? Want to go with most user friendly.

ChouinardJahant Jul 25 @ 7:53 PM EDT

Hey #2PencilChat please join me for #teachmindful Thur 9:30EST & #StuCentClass Friday 9:00EST both are about first week set up & mindset

nathan_stevens Jul 25 @ 7:53 PM EDT

I am not going to tweet my own name #2pencilchat

In reply to @MagicPantsJones, @gravescolleen, @DianaLRendina

ReadforCupcakes Jul 25 @ 7:54 PM EDT

Enjoyed #2PencilChat tonight! Thanks for the great ideas and helping me add ideas to my #makerspaces

ChouinardJahant Jul 25 @ 7:55 PM EDT

#2pencilchat READ "Invent to Learn" & "The Makerspace Manifesto" both books inspired me to create my Makerspace

MagicPantsJones - Moderator Jul 25 @ 7:52 PM EDT

Q7 Who should we be following (and reading) to make sure that our #Makerspaces are kicking butt? #2PencilChat