CCSF Library: MakerSphere: For Teachers

Slicer Software: Makerbot Print

Makerbot Print Software is free to download and use. There are other slicer software programs in the marketplace. You only need to use one that has settings for the 3d printer you are using.

Download Makerbot Print: https://www.makerbot.com/3d-printers/apps/makerbot-print/download/

Set up Print File

Add Raft
Add Supports
10% infill
Make sure temp is 210 degrees.
Export to Replicator+ Offline

File format will be *.makerbot

Save to flash drive with your name as the file name.

Books of Interest

Compton, Michelle K. and Robin C. Thompson, StoryMaking: The Maker Movement Approach to Literacy for Early Learners, Redleaf, 2018.

Doorley, Rachelle, Tinkerlab: A Hands-On Guide for Little Inventors, Roost Books, 2014.

Englehart, Dierdre E. et al., Stem Play: Integrating Inquiry Into Learning Centers, Gryphon House, 2016.

Graves, Colleen and Aaron Graves, The Big Book of Makerspace Projects: Inspiring Makers to Experiment, Create and Learn, McGraw Hill, 2016.

Heroman, Cate, Making and TInkering with STEM: Solving Design Challenges with Young Children, NAEYC, 2017.

Mitchell, Debbie and Marnie Forestieri, Simple Steam: 50+ Science Technology Engineering Art and Math Activities for Ages 3 to 6, Gryphon House, 2018.