Applicable Virginia Standards of Learning

2.1a-f, 2.2, 3.1a-f, 3.3

3D Printed Boats

Grades: 2-3
Offsite and onsite availability

During the second and third grade field trip, students will be introduced to the basics of 3D printers and CAD technology.

Following the 3D printer demonstration, students will be given the challenge of constructing boats using the 3D printer pens and 3D printed boat pieces. The objective is to build a boat that can hold the most weight while still floating. Students are encouraged to think creatively, experiment with different designs, and reinforce the boat's structure using additional supports or modified shapes. At the end of the construction phase, the students gather to see which boat could hold the most weight.