210. What app should I use when 3D printing with younger students?

210. What app should I use when 3D printing with younger students?

February 11, 2026 · 12 min · Episode 210

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Naomi Meredith discusses the best app for 3D printing with younger students and shares lesson ideas and tips.

Have you wanted to 3D print with younger students but realized Tinkercad is too hard for them? Trust me, I've been there too! I love Tinkercad and prefer using it starting with 2nd graders. But for my younger students and one-day challenges, I prefer using Doodle 3D Transform. I'll be digging more into this app and sharing some lesson ideas along with tips when using it, including multi-color printing! 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 Beekle & Unimaginary Friends Lesson (3D printing included!) 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…

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