P.J. Hoover, author of many fantasy and science-fiction books, talked with 3rd-5th graders about the classic Hero’s Journey and how we are all on our own journey. She shared how she went from being an electrical engineer to a full time writer. She talked about the writing & revision process and about the many rejections she has received from publishers, but that failure is an opportunity to learn and grow. | |
Students learned about taking risks and being true to oneself. Her latest book, Tut: The Story of My Immortal Life, is on the Texas Lone Star List 2015.
Our maker space activity for 5th graders was a perfect fit with their unit on electricity. They explored, built, tinkered and created working circuits as they collaborated with their partners. "Even when it doesn't work, keep trying and building until you get it right."
Sarah T. "The maker space is the perfect space for a maker!" Neha P. |
Laura ReebI am the librarian at Spicewood, and this year we're joining the maker movement. Maker spaces come in all shapes and sizes, and are not defined by a specific set of materials or spaces, but rather a mindset of collaboration and creation. Libraries are about learning and access to materials, and maker spaces provide hands-on, creative ways to encourage students to design, build, create and tinker as they engage in extended STEAM opportunities. Our makerspace is in the beginning stage this year. Let's see where it goes! Archives
October 2016
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