Most importantly, I purposefully designed meaningful lessons that actively engaged the students in Math and Science. I incorporated 21st century skills into my lessons such as critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and communication and I used the physical classroom space to enhance the learning. For example, the students were able to work together (collaboration) to construct a model (creativity) of a plant that could withstand the Arctic tundra. Students had to research (critical thinking) plant adaptations and then present (communicate) their model and research to the class. We then used their plant models to decorate the classroom. Another example that involved the 21st century skills was a STEM challenge. The students were grouped together (collaboration) to design and carry out a plan (creativity & critical thinking) where they could create the longest paper chain using only one piece of construction paper, glue, and scissors. The students then measured and compared their creation to the other groups and we discussed (communicate) why some creations were longer or shorter than others. During both of those activities I noticed all students actively working. They listened to each others ideas and provided feedback. The students showed excitement and were deeply involved in every aspect of the lesson. Though I was able to incorporate new and different physical space ideas into my classroom learning space, which did contribute to an increase in student engagement, I didn't realize the difference that it would make to me as a teacher until I really started researching how I can best make my classroom fit the needs of my students. Redesigning the classroom is more than just changing the classroom layout and putting on a fresh coat of paint. It's really more about the growth that I have seen for me as a teacher. I purposely design lessons that incorporate the classroom space and use the strengths of the students to benefit the learning outcomes when working in groups. Changing the classroom learning space does not begin with spending money to order new desks, it begins with the heart of the teacher. Without the realization that the teacher is the greatest and most powerful indicator of student achievement, a new desk is simply just a new desk. It's what the teacher does to make that new desk a piece of the learning that matters.