207. Top Three Need to Know Things About 3D Printing with Kids

207. Top Three Need to Know Things About 3D Printing with Kids

November 20, 2025 · 9 min · Episode 207

About this episode

In this episode, Naomi Meredith discusses essential tips for teaching 3D printing to kids and answers common questions from teachers.

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…

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