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STEAM & the Maker Mentality for School-Age
YouthAmy Koester | Demco April 2015
Hi! I’m Amy.
Youth & Family Program Coordinator at Skokie Public Library
The Show Me Librarian
Gaining STEAM column in LibrarySparks
Our Agenda1. STEAM at the Library
2. School-age STEAM Programs
3. The Maker Mentality in the Library
4. School-age Maker Activities
5. Go-to Resources
STEAM & the Library
What is STEAM?
Adding the “A”STEM learning emphasis (late 80s, early 90s)
“The arts and sciences are avatars of human creativity.” ~Mae Jemison (early 2000s)
“The problem-solving, the fearlessness, and the critical thinking and making skills.” ~John Maeda (early 2010s)
Adding the “A”STEM learning emphasis (late 80s, early 90s)
“The arts and sciences are avatars of human creativity.” Mae Jemison (early 2000s)
“The problem-solving, the fearlessness, and the critical thinking and making skills.” ~John Maeda (early 2010s)
Adding the “A”STEM learning emphasis (late 80s, early 90s)
“The arts and sciences are avatars of human creativity.” Mae Jemison (early 2000s)
“The problem-solving, the fearlessness, and the critical thinking and making skills.” John Maeda (early 2010s)
Why STEAM in the Library?
Why STEAM in the Library?
Literacy is multifaceted.
Lifelong learning is all ages.
Interest is a powerful motivator.
Why STEAM in the Library?
Literacy is multifaceted.
Lifelong learning is all ages.
Interest is a powerful motivator.
Why STEAM in the Library?
Literacy is multifaceted.
Lifelong learning is all ages.
Interest is a powerful motivator.
What are the goals?
‣ Deepen concept knowledge.
‣ Promote the collection. ‣ Facilitate interest. ‣ Engage “reluctant”
readers.
What are the goals?
‣ Deepen concept knowledge.
‣ Promote the collection. ‣ Facilitate interest. ‣ Engage “reluctant”
readers.
What are the goals?
‣ Deepen concept knowledge.
‣ Promote the collection. ‣ Facilitate interest. ‣ Engage “reluctant”
readers.
What are the goals?
‣ Deepen concept knowledge.
‣ Promote the collection. ‣ Facilitate interest. ‣ Engage “reluctant”
readers.
STEAM Programs
School-Age ScienceSlime Science
info on slugs
fibrous slime
info on non-Newtonian fluids
water & cornstarch
School-Age Technology
Scratch Games
free Scratch account
computer lab or classroom set
game premise with sample code
School-Age EngineeringEgg Drop
pose a challenge: protect a falling egg
lots of materials and time to build
invite a local bucket truck operator to drop from high up
School-Age Arts
Camouflage
look at the four types of camouflage in animals
explore modern camo
create camo designs with background challenges
School-Age MathArt Market
kids get funny money when they arrive
plenty of craft supplies—each with a “cost”
talk about budgeting to build what you want
Unpacking the Makerspace
The Maker Attitude
Explore new skills!
Create something meaningful!
could be a product…
or an experience…
Why Make in the Library?
A new way of offering programs & services
Promote lifelong learning
Facilitate community engagement
The third space
Why Make in the Library?
A new way of offering programs & services
Promote lifelong learning
Facilitate community engagement
The third space
Why Make in the Library?
A new way of offering programs & services
Promote lifelong learning
Facilitate community engagement
The third space
Why Make in the Library?
A new way of offering programs & services
Promote lifelong learning
Facilitate community engagement
The third space
The Maker Toolkit
Interactive activities
Variety of supplies
Plenty of time
(Space)
(Display space)
image modified from “Gear tools” by openclipart user ben, Creative Commons licensed
Space is Negotiable
Carve out a formal space
Repurpose spaces
Make it mobile
image from Karen Jensen, Teen Librarian Toolbox, used with permission
The Maker SpectrumLow-tech = materials primarily on hand, minimal prior experience with the activities
Medium-tech = some specialty materials, some prior experience with the activities
High-tech = significant supplies investment, expertise is a huge plus
The Maker SpectrumLow-tech = materials primarily on hand, minimal prior experience with the activities
Medium-tech = some specialty materials, some prior experience with the activities
High-tech = significant supplies investment, expertise is a huge plus
Maker Activities
Low-Tech Making: Build Something
LEGO Club
LEGO bricks
(challenge)
(display space)
Low-Tech Making: Design Challenge
Marshmallow Towers
marshmallows
toothpicks and/or dried pasta
Low-Tech Making: Craft & Create
Cardmaking
paper
art supplies
papercraft books
Medium-Tech Making: Get Wired
MaKey MaKey
MaKey MaKey kits
computer with USB port
Medium-Tech Making: It’s Alive!
Bristle Bots
toothbrushes
coin batteries
vibrating motors
double stick tape
race course
Medium-Tech Making: Repurposed Crafting
Vinyl Record Bowls
old records
oven
oven-safe bowls
cookie sheet
oven mitts
Go-To Resources
Books & ArticlesJanice Van Cleave
Kids Can Press
Gail Gibbons
Steve Jenkins
Melissa Stewart
“Gaining STEAM” in LibrarySparks
BlogsLibrary Makers
Abby the Librarian
Read Sing Play
Library Bonanza
Never Shushed
Teach Preschool
PreKinders
So Tomorrow
Teen Librarian Toolbox
Gadgets, Gizmos, & Goo (G3): The Mad Scientists Club
The Show Me Librarian
WebsitesSteve Spangler Science
Little eLit
Family Engineering
Start With a Book
Wonderopolis
Mixing in Math
Bedtime Math
Make It @ Your Library
TinkerLab
Community PlayersCommunity Experts
STEM Careers
Artists
Local Businesses
Local Hobby Groups
Local Museums, etc.
Botanic Gardens
Science Centers
Children’s Museums
Let’s Chat!
@amyeileenk
http://showmelibrarian.blogspot.com
