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Algorithm Art Project

This Algorithm Art Computing project incorporates both mathematics and art as students use the Beetle Blocks 3D programming language (which...

3D Printing from Gravity Sketch Tutorial

Gravity Sketch is a free iPAD app with a simple user interface for designing 3D models. You can find out...

CodeBug Lithophane Lightbox Project

In this project students create a 3D printed lithophane, which is then mounted onto a 3D printed lightbox casing. A lithophane...

3D Printing in the Primary Curriculum Guide

With the expansion of the applications of 3D printing technology throughout industry, it is important that students start to develop...

Tinkercad Egyptian Cartouche Project

Design & Make an Egyptian Cartouche This is a perfect practical activity for accompanying Ancient Egypt topic work. In this activity, the students...

If I had a 3D Printer – 3D Design Challenge

This lesson provides a great activity for introducing students to 3D printing, it's applications and benefits to society. In this lesson...

Create a Snowman Christmas Decoration in 123Design

As Christmas approaches now is the time to start thinking about the festive season. Why not develop and test out...

Halloween Pumpkin Design in Tinkercad

CREATE Education Ambassador Carl Simmons has kindly shared this great little pumpkin design activity, perfect for halloween.The TinkerCAD pumpkin worksheet...

CAS Manchester – Introducing 3D Printing in Computing Workshop

On 15th October 2016, CREATE Education Ambassador and Computing Subject Leader at Edge Hill University, Carl Simmons delivered an inspirational workshop...