Books in Stem Makerspace Projects series

In this detailed guide to Newton's laws of motion, readers will be encouraged to take learning into their own hands with three engaging makerspace projects. Young scientists will gain an understanding of the importance of these principles in scientific endeavors and in everyday life. They'll also learn about Sir Isaac Newton and how he discovered the laws of motion. Detailed instructions and colorful photographs will help students complete the projects and make connections with the new information they are learning.

Will you get a snow day tomorrow? Or are you hoping for a sunny day for a summer picnic? Readers will learn about weather forecasting and how to make their own weather instruments with three engaging makerspace projects. They'll also learn more about people and events in the history of weather forecasting and the importance of tracking the weather. Budding scientists will enjoy following instructions in the text to create and use their own rain gauge, anemometer, and thermometer. Colorful photographs, diagrams, and graphic organizers will help students visualize the concepts. Fact boxes and sidebars provide additional information to aid reader comprehension.

Decorations are popular things put together in makerspaces, and readers are able to replicate that feeling of crafting with friends as they turn each page. By following simple, clear steps, readers can make a variety of beautiful decorations, including a sun catcher, a mobile, and a pillow. The steps for each project are laid out in an eye-catching manner thats easy for readers to comprehend. Detailed photographs of each step are also included to aid readers as they have fun making their own decorations.

Handmade holiday gifts are a wonderful way to show people you care about them. Readers learn to make a variety of holiday gifts themselves as they follow along with step-by-step instructions and helpful photographs. The creative gifts readers can make include photo coasters, journals, backpacks, and birdhouses. They learn the basic techniques needed to make these gifts, and then they’re able to practice those techniques in many fun ways. Each project is presented in a colorful way that’s sure to capture and hold the attention of readers.

Young makers can explore the world of botany with this fascinating introduction to plant science. Plants have a dynamic role in maintaining life on Earth. Even the smallest plants can make their own food, produce oxygen, and put down roots in an ever-changing world. Surprising facts, fascinating histories, and colorful photographs will help readers unfold the mysteries of plant science, and simple descriptions will give them the knowledge and confidence they need to create do-it-yourself projects. Readers can get their hands dirty making a bug hotel, a self-watering herb garden, and mini composting bin at home or at school.

Toys are fun to play with, and they can be even more fun to make! Readers learn to make their own jet gliders, sailboats, sock puppets, and other toys with each turn of the page. Simple, step-by-step instructions guide readers through the process of making these creative toys and games. These instructions are presented alongside a helpful series of photographs designed to give readers a comprehensive overview of each project. Readers are also introduced to basic sewing and other crafting techniques, which will help them as they make toys now and make more fun crafts in the future.

In this detailed guide to Newton's laws of motion, readers will be encouraged to take learning into their own hands with three engaging makerspace projects. Young scientists will gain an understanding of the importance of these principles in scientific endeavors and in everyday life. They'll also learn about Sir Isaac Newton and how he discovered the laws of motion. Detailed instructions and colorful photographs will help students complete the projects and make connections with the new information they are learning.

With this informative guide to robots, young makers are introduced to the diverse world of these amazing machines. Robots help humans in a number of ways including exploring space and performing surgery. Over the years, robots have become a part of our everyday lives. While people shouldn't be afraid of robots, they should work to understand what they are. Readers will learn exactly what makes a robot a robot. They will learn about the history of robots and how robots can help humans solve problems. Young makers will even have the opportunity to build their very own robot, which will make this book an instant favorite.

Chemical reactions including combustion, rusting, and digestion occur all around us every day, even if we don't notice them. With this book, three illustrated makerspace projects will allow budding scientists to create their own chemical reactions. Readers will gain an understanding of the important uses of chemical reactions, the products they create, and the scientists who developed our understanding of them. Detailed instructions will help readers make slime, turn milk to plastic, and create delicious ice cream. Colorful photographs, diagrams, and graphic organizers help students visualize essential elementary science concepts, while fact boxes and sidebars enhance the narrative.

With this informative guide to robots, young makers are introduced to the diverse world of these amazing machines. Robots help humans in a number of ways including exploring space and performing surgery. Over the years, robots have become a part of our everyday lives. While people shouldn't be afraid of robots, they should work to understand what they are. Readers will learn exactly what makes a robot a robot. They will learn about the history of robots and how robots can help humans solve problems. Young makers will even have the opportunity to build their very own robot, which will make this book an instant favorite.