Want to explore the world of 3D printing but lack an actual 3D printer? Well, I have a solution for you! In this lesson, your students will create a 3-dimensional creation using the app 123D Sculpt+. All you need is an iPad and a wireless connection. Happy sculpting!
Inspiration: This lesson was inspired by my exploration of the app 123D Sculpt+.
Targeted age group/skill level: This lesson was designed with my first grade class in mind but could be easily adapted for any grade level or content.
List of materials needed (and where to get them if needed):
-iPads (one or a whole cart)
-wireless connection
-QR code reader app (I used Inigma)
-Printer
Student learning outcomes (e.g. objectives):
The students will create a 3-dimensional animal using the app 123D Sculpt.
The students will describe their 3D creation using at least five adjectives.
The students will view their peers’ creations using a QR code reader.
Standards-based content connections (TEKS, Common Core):
Technology
1.B.1.b create original products using a variety of resources
1.B.1.c explore virtual environments, simulations, models, and programming languages to enhance learning;
1.B.1.d create and execute steps to accomplish a task; and
1.B.1.e evaluate and modify steps to accomplish a task.
ELA
Oral and Written Conventions/Conventions. Students understand the function of and use the conventions of academic language when speaking and writing. Students continue to apply earlier standards with greater complexity. Students are expected to:
(A) understand and use the following parts of speech in the context of reading, writing, and speaking:
(iii) adjectives (e.g., descriptive: green, tall);
Engage
Students will watch the following video to introduce them to 123D Sculpt+
Explore
Students will explore 123D Sculpt+ during centers. Students will be encouraged to collaborate and share ideas with others. Students will be asked to create and take a screen shot of their creations. Students will upload their creations to SeeSaw to document their learning and share their progress with their parents.
Explain
The teacher will model by sharing her creation with the students. The students will share their screen shot with their peers and talk about how they created their animal.
Elaborate
The students will return to 123D Sculpt+ during centers. This time, they will be asked to specifically create an animal. When they have completed their creation, the students will take a screenshot and upload to Seesaw. The next day, the students will be asked to describe their animal using five adjectives. The students will write their five adjectives on a piece of paper. The teacher will convert the students’ animal screenshot into a QR code. The students will glue this QR code in the middle of their adjectives.
Evaluate
The students will be evaluated on teacher observation and the following checklist:
___ The student presented their original creation to the class and described how they used 123D Sculpt to create their model.
___ The student created an animal (real or imaginary) using 123D Sculpt
___ The student used at least five adjectives to describe their animal.
List differentiation strategies for other age groups and skill levels:
Acceleration
Students compose a riddle using their five adjectives to help the audience guess their animal.
Enrichment
Students orally record their adjectives and save the audio with their screenshot.
Plan “B”
Students create their 3D model using clay or play dough. Students could also sketch their creation on paper before designing in the app.
List at least 2 additional resources:
Try Mickey’s Clay Maker instead of 123D Sculpt.
Crayon Creations– send your child’s drawing in and they will make a 3D print for you.
Caitlin Boyce-Brejcha 