3D Printing Models for Your Classroom – STEM & Tech in School

I am constantly updating the list of 3D printing models for your classroom and education center below! STEM & tech are both so important in schools, but it can take hours to search for resources if you’re not familiar with your topic!

I’ve had several people write and ask me about 3D printing, how to acquire a 3D printer for their classroom, and resources for printing in the classroom. I am SO excited to share with you this post packed with resources! You can also jump over to our articles about How to Start a 3D Printing Club, Finding Funding for your School 3D Printers, and How to Use Your 3D Printer for School Fundraisers.

I started out my 3D printing journey by first being an ambassador for a year with Dremel. They had sent me their 3D40 Idea Builder Printer which was my first chance to dip my toes in the water of 3d printers! I was able to help design specific collections just for my readers so we have some exciting things ahead!

I’ve since been using 3D printers for 13+ years – tried many brands and styles – and now teach kids how to design their own models and creations!

Dremel used to have a great selection of lesson plans as part of their Dream Team to pair with their 3D40 Idea Builder Printer, but all these resources disappeared with some of their updates!

Learn how to design your OWN creations (for FREE!) in TinkerCAD (the Chaos Core Tech vlogger has incredible video tutorials for TinkerCAD) which I recommend for younger kids (elementary students) or Blender for middle school and up.

You can download .STL files for 3D printing directly from places like TinkerCad or Thingiverse, or scroll through our categories below for files to print specifically geared for teachers, classrooms, and homeschoolers!

If you have a 3D model you like in your classroom send me the link and I’ll add it in below!

TIP: Use Control + F (or Command + F on Mac) to search via a search bar. 

History, Geography & Landmarks, & Politics

Aztec Temple
Aztec & Mayan Structures
Hieroglyphics Cartouche
Native American Homes
Castle
Mount Rushmore (add a face)
Ancient Landmarks Collection (Tower of Pisa, Parthenon, Stonehenge, etc.)
Canoe (my creation!)
Union Railroad Railspike 

Space

Moon Phases
Constellations

Math

Rubik’s Cube
Mechanical Counter (advanced)
Modular Protractor
Fraction Pie

STEM & Physics

Cogs Gears Set (motor) 
DIY Operation Game

Physics: Flight

Build your own Rockets!

Also search for glider plans on Thingiverse. 

Science, Anatomy, & Animals/Nature

Shark
Volcanoes
Endangered Species Collection (tigers, pandas, whales, rhinos, etc.)
Moon Phases
Fossils
Plant & Animal Cells & Model Set 2
Animal Cell (interactive)
Ocean Floor Model
Butterfly Life Cycle
Butterfly Earth Day Planter Pot (my creation!)
Earth Day Files

Puzzles & Games

Search for chess sets or tic tac toe sets – both are very popular!
Peg Jump Game

Language & Literacy

Letter Matching Tiles
Braille 3D Prints 
Social Skills Dice

Classroom Gadgets & Organizers

Block Calendar
Bathroom Pass (my creation!)

Classroom Manipulatives & Sensory Bins

House (simple)
Various School Designs 

Art Class

Faux Stained Glass
3D Printed Sun Catchers
Costume & Props
Convert Coloring Pages to 3D Files

Also search for stencils on Thingiverse.

Based on Books

Hogwarts
“Some Pig” Bookmark
Book Report Props

People & Culture

Stackable People
Beethoven Bust
Easter Island Head
Statue of Liberty

Holidays & Seasonal

Reindeer Kit Card
Merry Christmas Flat Ornament
3D Reindeer Kit
Christmas Tree Cookie Cutter
Christmas Light Bulbs
Snowflakes

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