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TO ADULT HELPERS The projects in this book are fun and simple There are just a few things to remember to keep kids safe Some projects may use sharp or hot objects Also kids may be using messy supplies Make sure they protect their clothes and work surfaces Be ready to offer guidance during brainstorming and assist when necessary
Contents Become a Maker Skills to Survive Imagine a Pack Design a Pack What Will Your Pack Do Build Your Pack Connect Your Pack Decorate Your Pack Helpful Hacks Get Inspired Problem-Solve Collaborate The World Is a Makerspace Glossary 4 6 8 10 12 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 32
Become a Maker A makerspace is like a laboratory It’s a place where ideas are formed and problems are solved Kids like you create wonderful things in makerspaces Many makerspaces are in schools and libraries But they can also be in kitchens bedrooms and backyards Anywhere can be a makerspace when you use imagination inspiration collaboration and problem-solving
INSPIRATION IMAGINATION This takes you to new places and lets you experience new things Anything is possible with imagination This is the spark that gives you an idea Inspiration can come from almost anywhere Makerspace Toolbox COLLABORATION PROBLEM-SOLVING Makers work together They ask questions and get ideas from everyone around them Collaboration solves problems that seem impossible Things often don’t go as planned when you’re creating But that’s part of the fun Find creative solutions to any problem that comes up These will make your project even better
