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3D printing is not just for adults. Kids can also get into the rapidly evolving technology. 3D printing teaches kids about the applications of mathematics and engineering. It also encourages creativity. But most importantly, with 3D printing in the equation, learning becomes more fun and engaging for kids.
Lesson Ideas
Lesson Ideas
- Create a 3D Geometric Shape
- Design pendents, bracelets, or rings.
- Design a puzzle
- Design a base or modular piece for Mr. Potato Head
- Scan and modify a plush toy.
- Create something for your school.
- Scale Models
- Model of a Cell
- Model of a Pyramid
- Create hinges, ball and socket joints, magnets. etc.
- Print items made in Minecraft
- Create Aztec and Mayan Structures
- Design/ Print a Board Game Piece
- Create a Soccer Goal using the Pythagorean Theorem
- Stop Motion Animation
- Tessellations
- Identify & Solve a Community/ School Problem
- Design a Country Flag
- Create Models of Extinct Animals
- And MANY MORE!
Additional Resources
Additional Resources
Tinkercad: https://www.tinkercad.com/
Pictures of 3D Printer Creations
Pictures of 3D Printer Creations
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