Coding for Kids: 3D Printing Curriculum (Ages 11+)
The Coding for Kids: 3D Printing Curriculum combines introductory coding skills with hands-on 3D printing, helping students understand both how 3D printers work and how to create models using TinkerCAD Codeblocks (Scratch-based and free to use).
Across 7 structured lessons, students learn the basics of 3D printing, where it’s used in society, and the benefits it offers, before progressing to coding 3D models using a visual, block-based programming approach. The curriculum starts at complete beginner level and gradually builds towards a coding design challenge, where students apply their skills independently.
All modelling work is cloud-based, allowing students to access their projects both in school and at home.
What’s included
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7 classroom-ready lessons
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3 coding-focused lessons using TinkerCAD Codeblocks
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Differentiated coding challenges (Bronze → Platinum)
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Teaching slides and lesson plans
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Student worksheets and answer sheets
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Video demonstrations and printable homework
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3D models and slicing guidance
Designed for the classroom
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✔ No planning required — ready to teach out of the box
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✔ Fully editable resources
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✔ Suitable for classroom teaching, STEM clubs, and enrichment
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✔ Compatible with any filament 3D printer