Students will design a custom keychain in Tinkercad.
Computers with internet access
Example keychains for inspiration
Introduction (5 mins):
Discuss the purpose of keychains and their design elements.
Demo (15 mins):
Show how to add text and integrate shapes.
Design Time (30 mins):
Students create their keychains.
Showcase (10 mins):
Students present their designs to the class.
Objective:
Design a keychain that represents each student's identity. They can include their name, favorite hobby symbol, or a unique design.
Key Learning Points:
Introduction to 3D modeling.
Basic text and shape integration.
Objective:
Create a keychain featuring a short inspirational quote or a motivational word like "Hope," "Dream," or "Courage."
Key Learning Points:
Text tool and fitting designs within size constraints.
Importance of positive messaging.
Objective:
Design a keychain with the school mascot, logo, or motto.
Key Learning Points:
Combining symbols and text.
Strengthening community and school pride.
Objective:
Create a keychain using only geometric shapes, challenging students to form creative and visually appealing designs.
Key Learning Points:
Exploring 3D shapes and their combinations.
Emphasis on symmetry and pattern.
Objective:
Design a keychain with a practical purpose, such as a mini tool (bottle opener, whistle) or a phone stand.
Key Learning Points:
Problem-solving and practical applications of 3D design.
Understanding functionality in design.
Objective:
Design a keychain based on an upcoming holiday (e.g., Halloween, Christmas, Valentine’s Day).
Key Learning Points:
Themed design and creativity.
Exploration of symbolism related to holidays.
Objective:
Create a two-piece or multi-piece keychain that fits together like a puzzle.
Key Learning Points:
Precision modeling and interlocking design.
Collaboration if done in pairs.
Objective:
Design a keychain as a gift for someone special, incorporating elements meaningful to the recipient.
Key Learning Points:
Empathy in design.
Translating personal stories or interests into 3D objects.
Objective:
Experiment with different fonts and styles to create a keychain focusing on typography and design aesthetics.
Key Learning Points:
Text manipulation and design balance.
Understanding font impact on design.
Objective:
Design a keychain that raises awareness about an environmental issue (e.g., recycling, climate change, wildlife conservation).
Key Learning Points:
Designing with a message.
Exploring how symbols can communicate ideas.
Objective:
Work in small groups to design a keychain that represents the team’s shared identity or project.
Key Learning Points:
Collaborative design process.
Combining individual ideas into one cohesive design.
Objective:
Design a keychain with a hidden or encoded message, like a Morse code design or a sliding panel revealing a phrase.
Key Learning Points:
Creativity in problem-solving.
Exploration of hidden layers in design.
Objective:
Design a keychain based on a fictional character, avatar, or a custom design representing the student as a character.
Key Learning Points:
Character design in 3D.
Translating personality traits into visual design.
Objective:
Create a keychain featuring a symbol from STEM fields (e.g., atom, rocket, gear).
Key Learning Points:
Connecting 3D design to STEM concepts.
Exploring how symbols can represent entire disciplines.
Objective:
Design a keychain to commemorate a class event, field trip, or special occasion.
Key Learning Points:
Capturing memories through design.
Collaborative class project for event remembrance.