Making is an activity that causes and constructs things. It involves the process of deciding on what to make, deciding how to create it, and performing it. People can use making to express their creativity and develop new ideas. It can also be used as a way to communicate with others. There are many different types of making.

Unlike the formal K-12 educational system, where learning is based on pre-determined standards, maker projects are hands-on, playful, and open-ended. They help students learn by applying their newly acquired skills and knowledge. Students can create functional inventions or simply experiment with different materials. The process of making also encourages students to ask questions and generate rich learning experiences that are difficult to assess on standardized tests.