Invent to Learn: Making, Tinkering, and Engineering in the Classroom

As a long time educator across several content areas and a STEM teacher I have found this !book one the best overall. Whether you are just getting started or somewhere done the line with STEM there is something for everyone. From deep sourced background knowledge into the psychology of making to implementing STEM in a myriad of ways. There are so many links and resources supplied I find myself spring boarding into new ideas all the time, constantly referencing this book. A appended resource for any educator!

This is a tremendous book. The author covers the latest research on hands-on learning, especially in the area of tech, and provides invaluable resources in terms of specific equipment, materials, and companies. The maker spaces described in this book are high-tech versus some of the more arts and crafts maker space versions. Coding, robotics, and 3-D printing take center stage, as does the use of sophisticated tools. This book describes the development of the maker spaces necessary to provide students with technologically advanced, real-world skills. Any educator desiring such a space will find this book completely practical, useful and inspiring.

Invent to Learn is a must read for any teacher interested in engaging their students in meaningful, hands-on work. Woven with personal stories and real-world examples of maker educators in action is enough to inspire. It's also packed with resources and best practices that are organized in a way that is clear and integrated into the chapters. It is truly the go-to book for your makerspace and classroom.

As a college educator I was trying to get my mind around the maker movement and to help foster this effort in a middle school where I volunteer and in the college classroom. The authors provide rich context for putting current efforts in the context of design - and a wealth of practical advice. This is a fantastic read.

I was looking for a good introduction to Makers movement in schools and I found thins great book. Full of theoretical and practical advise, this is what I was looking for. Finishing the book I understood why it is called "The bible". Some links should be updated, but ideas are still great.

With a new preface and updates throughout, the new Invent to Learn is a must have for all maker teachers and anyone who wants to figure out why so many people think making should be part of learning.

It is very easy to read, contains lots of references for further study and lots of suggestions about designing maker-inspired, constructionist learning experiences and makerspaces which unite the whole community.

I was a bit skeptical of Maker"stuff." This book totally changed my mind! I truly value it now and my students have benefitted greatly! Highly recommend!

Vraiment LA référence pour saisir l’esprit d’un espace créatif. À quand une version française?

I really enjoyed reading this book and how to inspire kids to learn tinker and make.I am also very happy to see micro:mag within the resources. I could be biased though with being the co-founder