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Library makerspace

Imagine that you are in a very special place called a library, where you can find tons of books to read and learn from. Now, imagine that the library has a room (or a part of it) dedicated specifically to something called a "makerspace".

A makerspace is a place that has all kinds of cool tools and materials that you can use to create things or solve problems. It's like a workshop where you can build and make things with your hands, but there are extra tools and materials available that you might not have at home.

In a library makerspace, some of the tools you might find could be 3D printers, laser cutters, sewing machines, circuitry kits, robotics parts, and many other tools related to STEAM. STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math; which are important subjects that you might learn in school.

So, in a library makerspace, you can learn by doing! You can use tools and materials to make things that you can test and experiment with. You can learn how to use new technology, how things work, and improve your problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

Overall, a library makerspace is a place where you can express your imagination and creativity while also learning through fun and interactive activities.
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