![<description><p>3D Printing with kids can be intimidating, especially if you don't have any outside experience to teach them. I felt the same way, and I almost wanted to give up on 3D printing. In fact, 3D printing is a STEM lesson I enjoy teaching and continue to learn about! In this episode, I'll be answering these common questions I get from teachers about 3D printing. </p><ul><li>What printer should I get?</li><li>How do kids design 3D prints? </li><li>What 3D printing lessons should I teach for each grade? </li></ul><br/><p><strong>Resources Mentioned </strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://naomimeredith.com/3dprintingworkshop" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Join the 3D Printing Workshop for Teachers here</a></li><li><a href="https://amzn.to/48m6OkV" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">XMaker 3D Printer </a></li><li>Bambu Labs [<a href="https://amzn.to/4pqlqWj" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Amazon Link</a>] [<a href="https://bambulab.com/en-us" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Direct Website</a>]</li><li><a href="https://amzn.to/4o7UeKU" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">My favorite 3D filament</a></li><li>3D Print Software,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tinkercad.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>website</strong></a>&nbsp;&amp;&nbsp;<a href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/tinkercad/id1469440830" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>app</strong></a>: Tinkercad.com</li><li>3D Print Software,&nbsp;<a href="https://doodle3d.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>website</strong></a>&nbsp;&amp;&nbsp;<a href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/doodle3d-transform/id1235606709" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>app</strong></a>: Doodle 3D Transform</li><li><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/3D-Printing-Lessons-for-Elementary-Students-K-5-STEM-Bundle-7965224" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">3D Printing Lessons for Elementary Students | K-5 STEM Bundle</a></li><li><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Human-Impact-on-the-Environment-3D-Printing-STEM-Project-7957689" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">5th Grade 3D Print Project: Environment Invention</a></li><li><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Circuit-Lesson-Plans-3D-Printing-STEM-Project-8145093" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">4th Grade 3D Print Project: Night Light with a Circuit</a></li><li><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Plant-and-Animal-Life-Cycles-3D-Printing-STEM-Project-7961646" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">3rd Grade 3D Print Project: Life Cycle Model</a></li><li><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Birdhouse-3D-Print-STEM-Project-8134433" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">2nd Grade 3D Print Project: Custom Birdhouse</a></li><li><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Animal-Characteristics-Activity-3D-Printing-STEM-Project-8225120" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">1st Grade 3D Print Project: Animal Family Traits</a></li><li><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Ways-to-Take-Care-of-Earth-Kindergarten-3D-Printing-STEM-Project-8435355" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Kindergarten 3D Print Project: Earth Care Charm</a></li><li><a href="https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/3D-Printing-Station-Signs-7965297" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Freebie-&nbsp;3D Printing Station Signs</a></li><li><a href="https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLBLo9EhEtSsJWV9JGFaYkHCwvlht76Gro" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>3D Printing Video Tutorial playlist by Naomi</strong></a>&nbsp;[Tinkercad &amp; Doodle 3D Transform]</li></ul><br/><p><em>Some items are linked to my Amazon Affiliate account. When you purchase through my link, there is no added cost to you, but I receive a small commission in return.</em></p><p>Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all...</description>](https://us-central1-podcastguru-217d6.cloudfunctions.net/gcf_get_image?image_url=https://is1-ssl.mzstatic.com/image/thumb/Podcasts122/v4/d9/2a/55/d92a556c-b387-5c17-2b42-bef233df4f51/mza_13164125595828343695.jpg/600x600bb.jpg&width=300&height=300&api_key=xqFmUFX5BHLBTA)
The Elementary STEM Coach Podcast
Naomi Meredith
207. Top Three Need to Know Things About 3D Printing with Kids
207. Top Three Need to Know Things About 3D Printing with Kids
Description
3D Printing with kids can be intimidating, especially if you don't have any outside experience to teach them. I felt the same way, and I almost wanted to give up on 3D printing. In fact, 3D printing is a STEM lesson I enjoy teaching and continue to learn about! In this episode, I'll be answering these common questions I get from teachers about 3D printing.
- What printer should I get?
- How do kids design 3D prints?
- What 3D printing lessons should I teach for each grade?
Resources Mentioned
- Join the 3D Printing Workshop for Teachers here
- XMaker 3D Printer
- Bambu Labs [Amazon Link] [Direct Website]
- My favorite 3D filament
- 3D Print Software, website & app: Tinkercad.com
- 3D Print Software, website & app: Doodle 3D Transform
- 3D Printing Lessons for Elementary Students | K-5 STEM Bundle
- 5th Grade 3D Print Project: Environment Invention
- 4th Grade 3D Print Project: Night Light with a Circuit
- 3rd Grade 3D Print Project: Life Cycle Model
- 2nd Grade 3D Print Project: Custom Birdhouse
- 1st Grade 3D Print Project: Animal Family Traits
- Kindergarten 3D Print Project: Earth Care Charm
- Freebie- 3D Printing Station Signs
- 3D Printing Video Tutorial playlist by Naomi [Tinkercad & Doodle 3D Transform]
Some items are linked to my Amazon Affiliate account. When you purchase through my link, there is no added cost to you, but I receive a small commission in return.
Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode207
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