Sharpie to 3D Print in 30 Minutes
Go from Sharpie drawing to 3D print in less than 30 minutes using this quick tutorial. This makes a great demonstration to introduce 3D printing. I have used this process with three different… Continue reading
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1st Grade Guitar Maker
“Daddy? Can I use my scissors?” The question rolled down the stairs this weekend as I was working in the basement. My daughter is a MAKER. She buzzes and hums with creative energy.… Continue reading
Lesson Idea: The 3D Printed Foldable Cube
Here are more than 20 lesson ideas for using a 3D printed Foldable Cube, http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:75093, in the classroom. Follow the link to download the 3D file for the foldable cube and find information… Continue reading
Project Idea: Design a Historical Marker
Here is a project idea for students to create a historical marker. This project is a natural fit for social science but can be used in any content area. Challenge: Propose a design… Continue reading
Happy Earth Day! Trash Monster
Happy Earth Day! Challenge: My 1st grade daughter was given a class assignment to create a Trash Monster out of recycled materials for Earth Day. Design: Drawing the design wasn’t technically part of… Continue reading
Design Make Share: Foldable Tetrahedron Example
How does the Design Make Share method work? Here is an example. PROBLEM/CHALLENGE: How can an object be printed that has smooth sides? (3D printed object can have a layered surface texture as an… Continue reading
Design Make Share: An Outline for MAKING in the Classroom
Ready to dive into 3D printing in the classroom? Your students and colleagues will be energized by having access to the latest technology. But be careful, if you just start printing without a… Continue reading
MAKING in the Classroom: The First Step
The first step to integrating MAKING in the classroom is starting. MAKING is about doing. It is not enough to read articles or watch videos about 3D printing. You have to make the… Continue reading