About this resource
Groups of students are tasked with creating 10 new ideas for an eco-friendly library makeover. Students can use any idea or any building material that is considered eco-friendly. Keep the following questions in mind:
What do you consider essential elements of the library?
What types of furniture and seating arrangements should be present?
Will you include a MakerSpace? If so, what will that look like?
Is the library a space for a cafe?
Modifications for all Learners: All learners can be engaged to the extent that suits their interest and needs.
Curriculum & Standards
Related General Curriculum / Common Core Area
Language Arts/Art
Related Curriculum / Common Core Standard
AASL Main Standard(s): I. INQUIRE Build new knowledge by inquiring, thinking critically, identifying problems, and developing strategies for solving problems. C. Share - Learners adapt, communicate, and exchange learning products with others in a cycle that includes: 1. Interacting with content presented by others. 2. Providing constructive feedback. 3. Acting on feedback to improve. 4. Sharing products with an authentic audience.
II. INCLUDE Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to inclusiveness and respect for diversity in the learning community. D. Grow - Learners demonstrate empathy and equity in knowledge building within the global learning community by: 1. Seeking interactions with a range of learners. 2. Demonstrating interest in other perspectives during learning activities. 3. Reflecting on their own place within the global learning community.
Related STEM Area: Science/Technology/Engineering
NGSS Main Related Engineering Design Standard:
HS-ETS1-2. Design a solution to a complex real-world problem by breaking it down into smaller, more manageable problems that can be solved through engineering. HS-ETS1-3. Evaluate a solution to a complex real-world problem based on prioritized criteria and trade-offs that account for a range of constraints, including cost, safety, reliability, and aesthetics, as well as possible social, cultural, and environmental impacts.
What students will do
- I will use design principles to create learning spaces.
- I will identify eco-friendly building materials.
- I will collaborate and receive feedback from my peers.
- I will think creatively.
I can use design principles to create learning spaces.
I can identify eco-friendly building materials.
I can collaborate and receive feedback from my peers.
I can think creatively.
Resources Needed
Pencil, paper, resources for research, Internet access, books, design software if appropriate.
How learning is assessed
- I used design principles to create learning spaces.
- I identified eco-friendly building materials.
- I collaborated and received feedback from my peers.
- I thought creatively.