VariQuest Cutout Maker

Our middle school was lucky enough to purchase a VariQuest Cutout Maker recently. The Cutout Maker is an electronic die-cut machine that allows easy creation of various sizes of graphics as well as the use of many types of paper from notebook paper to card stock. I liken it to a robot that can cut out anything for you while you watch!

I have been offering a series of workshops for teachers at all levels, and I wanted to share some of the photos I took during the workshops, the method I used to teach the workshop, and some creative ideas for use of the Cutout Maker from my teachers. Take a look at the video and at the links at the end, in case you are considering the purchase of one or need justification for including one in a grant to support teaching and learning!

Video:



Links:

• VariQuest Cutout Maker information
• VariQuest library of shapes, symbols, fonts, and collections
• Standards-based lesson plans for the Cutout Maker
• White paper on electronic die-cut use to support teaching and learning
• Direct link to video hosted on Vimeo

PS Thanks to my teachers for their great ideas and permission to "star" in my video!