We Are All Makers

Objectives and Overview

Are you a maker? What do you like to make? In this lesson, we will learn a little about what a maker is and enjoy some videos of makers and the things they make. You will also get a chance to make something of your own in your first maker challenge!

Lesson Objectives

Introduction to the Maker Movement
Understand what a “maker” is
Identify qualities of a maker
Make something!

What is a Maker?

You will hear us talk a lot about makers during this program. Makers are people who create or ‘make’ things. A lot of times the things they make solve problems but sometimes they create things just to see if they can do it.

A makerspace is a place that provides makers with tools or training to enhance their skills. Here at the Tech Center, we consider ourselves a youth makerspace, which is a place where youth go to learn new skills and work on their projects. Essentially, it’s a space to make!

Activity: What is a Maker?

Please take a post-it note (or more than one!) and write down a response to this prompt:

A Maker Is…

When you have written out your responses, please add them to the poster.
This poster will be displayed as a constant inspiration and reminder that we’re all part of the Maker Movement!

Inspiring Maker Videos

To provide you with some inspiration about makers, we have put together a list of videos which highlight the culture and ideas surrounding the maker movement. We will watch the first video together and reflect on it, but please take a look at the other videos when you have time. We hope that these will inspire you and help you better understand the type of activities we are pursuing.