Create 25 amazing projects with 3D printing! With 3D Printing and Maker Lab for Kids, you can explore the creative potential behind this game-changing technology.- Design your projects using free browser-based versions of CAD software Tinkercad and SketchUp.
- Follow the simple steps to create a variety of different projects.
- Learn about the fascinating science behind your creations.
- Get guidance on organizing team activities and contests.
The popular
Lab for Kids series features a growing list of books that share
hands-on activities and projects on a wide host of topics, including art, astronomy, clay, geology, math, and even how to create your own circus&;all authored by established experts in their fields. Each lab contains a
complete materials list, clear
step-by-step photographs of the process, as well as
finished samples. The labs can be used as singular projects or as part of a yearlong curriculum of experiential learning. The activities are open-ended, designed to be explored over and over, often with different results. Geared toward being taught or guided by adults, they are enriching for a range of ages and skill levels. Gain firsthand knowledge on your favorite topic with Lab for Kids.
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| Introduction: Welcome to CAD Design & 3D Printing! |
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| 3D Printing Basics |
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1 Making 3D Projects with Tinkercad |
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Getting Started with Tinkercad |
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Lab 1 Basic Shapes with Straight Edges: Square Prisms |
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Lab 2 Basic Shapes with Curved Edges: Cylinders |
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Lab 5 Coat Hook/Curtain Tieback |
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Lab 6 Local Architecture: Making Local Landmarks |
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Lab 10 Crushing the Alphabet: Testing Structural Strength |
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Lab 11 Artificial Coral Reef |
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Lab 13 Basic Dovetail Joint |
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Lab 15 Camera Holder with Ball-and-Socket Joint |
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Lab 16 Lockable Ball-and-Socket Camera Holder |
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Lab 18 Body Part: Human Hand |
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Lab 19 Body System: Human Arm |
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Lab 20 Mini-Guitars with Multiple String Types |
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Lab 21 Reverse Engineering |
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Lab 22 Thingiverse: Downloadable 3D Models |
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2 Making 3D Projects With Sketchup |
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Getting Started with SketchUp |
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Lab 24 Removing Material from a 3D Object |
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Lab 25 Removing Material and Combining Basic Shapes |
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Lab 26 Rear Wing for a Sports Car |
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| Glossary |
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| Answers |
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| Acknowledgments |
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| About the Author |
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Eldrid Sequeira is an educator and engineer who has spent almost 20 years in education, first as a teacher, then in education management. He is currently the Director of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) at Public Preparatory Network in New York City, leading the charter school networks high growth in academic proficiency. Previously, Sequeira held roles in managing math and technology-based education programs for more than 300 K12 schools for the New York City Department of Education. He is also the founder of Dimension Learning, an award-winning nonprofit organization that has been providing afterschool STEM programming to students in grades 212 in New York City for five years. A frequent speaker on STEM education and careers, Sequeira has made appearances at the New York City Mathematics Project Annual Educators Conference, ChickTech NYC ACT-W Conference, and World Maker Faire New York. He is the creative driving force behind the curriculum at Dimension Learning and numerous other STEM programs through the NYC Department of Education and with Public Prep. He lives in New York City.
