Attention Generous Donors! Let's Create a Maker Space
Help me give my students the tools they need to furnish our STEM and humanities maker space! In our shopping cart: carpets for cozy collaboration, storage furniture to keep supplies organized, and bins for easy access.
This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because
it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.
Firstly, we have a quality carpet. This isn't just for comfort underfoot but serves as a foundational element for our collaborative learning environment. Picture students gathered around, engaged in brainstorming sessions, problem-solving challenges, or simply sharing their creative ideas. A cozy carpet transforms the space, encouraging interaction, collaboration, and a sense of community among our learners.
Next up, storage furniture such as paper trays and mobile organizers.
These pieces are the unsung heroes of any well-organized maker space. With designated storage, our students can easily access and stow away materials, tools, and projects. Imagine sturdy shelves neatly housing textbooks, reference materials, and educational resources for both STEM and Humanities subjects. With the right storage solutions, we foster a culture of responsibility and organization while maximizing the potential for hands-on learning experiences.
The drafting table will be essential for teams as they create blue prints and diagrams of models and prototypes. The Mobile and paper organizers will help keep students on tasks and supplies readily available. These items will also make clean up easier as we transition between classes and projects. These might seem like simple additions, but they play a crucial role in keeping our maker space tidy and functional. From sorting small components like screws, wires, or art supplies to storing prototypes and ongoing projects, bins are versatile tools that promote efficiency and productivity.
Our students are budding innovators, explorers, and critical thinkers eager to delve into the worlds of STEM and Humanities. A well-equipped maker space is not just a room with furniture; it's a hub of creativity, experimentation, and discovery. Here, they can apply theoretical knowledge to real-world challenges, collaborate across disciplines, and unleash their imaginations.
Read to Dream Pattern Rug - 6' X 9' Rectangle - Primary
• Teachers' School Supply
$263.46
1
$263.46
Studio Designs Avanta Drafting Table
• Blick Art Materials
$224.59
1
$224.59
Leinuosen 8 Pack Classroom Paper Trays Hold A4 Paper Toy Handicrafts Colorful Turn in Trays Classroom Storage Baskets Also for Library, Office, Kitchen, Bathroom, Bedroom(Bright Color)
• Amazon Business
$44.99
4
$179.96
School Specialty Mobile Organizer, 10 Drawers, 13 x 38 x 15-1/4 Inches, Multiple Colors
• School Specialty
$103.42
1
$103.42
Akro-Mils Storage Cabinet, 6-3/8 x 10-1/2 x 8-1/2 in, Gray - Durability
• School Specialty
$50.69
1
$50.69
Pacon Classroom Keepers Storage Container with Lid, 5-1/2 X 9-1/2 X 6-3/4 in, Plastic
• School Specialty
$11.99
2
$23.98
Materials cost
$846.10
Vendor shipping charges
$79.79
Sales tax
$77.42
3rd party payment processing fee
$12.69
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$1,046.00
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