Making Space for Preschool Makerspaces

What can you add to your early childhood classroom that will immerse children in rich learning, reduce challenging behaviors, and develop confidence as well as critical thinking and problem-solving skills? A makerspace! Filled with colorful photographs taken in real early childhood settings, this book will guide you step-by-step in making a makerspace that invites young children to boldly explore materials and create something only they can imagine. Discover how to:

• Draft a plan and gather materials
• Set up your makerspace
• Garner administrator and parent buy-in
• Focus on goals and support specific skill development
• Facilitate children’s learning to deepen understanding