Drones, Droids and Robots.
This year's Science Week theme was 'Drones, Droids and Robots' and of course, our Library Makerspace activities were happy to be part of the...
Books for Coding
During Semester 1, Megan and I have decided to incorporate coding activities into our library lessons. Our library lessons are 3 weekly rotations of Recreational Reading,...
Books for a Makerspace
Throughout this blog I have referred to many books which give ideas on how to incorporate a Makerspace within a school environment. I thought...
Books to Inspire Coding & Robotics
I have been running a Coding and Robotics Club at school for a couple of years now. I started with coding and last year...
Resourcing a Junior Makerspace
Throughout my blog I have spoken about materials available in our space to stimulate making in the Makerspace. Sometimes the making and creating comes from literature,...
EL Wire shines in a Makerspace!
I just love attending workshops at HSBNE (Hackerspace Brisbane) which give me skills and ideas for our school Library Makerspace. EL wire (Electroluminescent wire) is...
‘Driving into the Future’ at QUT
"Roboticists suggest that driverless cars could soon be driving on Australian roads if road legislations reform and technology matures. Developing systems to deal...
STEMies in Action!
When considering where to start with our new after school Makerspace Club it was only fitting to begin with an idea which epitomizes the...
Integrating Technology Across the Curriculum
Students use technology. Teachers use technology. Technology in the classroom has had such a positive impact on education. As humans we invented and developed...
TechMate Term 4 2020
One of my favourite events each term is TechMates!
The evening is for girls from Grade 4 - 6 to invite a significant male in...