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Maker Gr.1-3 Session-Based Markham
3D Design & Maker Junior
Learn 3D modeling through weekly Tinkercad competitions — design, compete, showcase, and take home your 3D printed creations.
Gr.1-3
Course Overview
Welcome to the Tinkercad 3D Design Competition course. This 10-week program teaches students 3D modeling skills through weekly competitions where creativity meets new techniques.
Course Format
Each week follows a consistent structure:
- Learn — Master a new Tinkercad tool or technique (30 minutes)
- Compete — Design challenge using that week’s skill (60 minutes)
- Showcase — Present designs and vote for the winner (15 minutes)
- Print — All designs get 3D printed
Weekly Prize: The winner chooses either a collectible badge or candy.
What You’ll Learn
| Week | Tool/Technique | Competition Theme |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Basic Shapes & Navigation | My First Creature |
| 2 | Grouping & Holes | Cookie Cutter Challenge |
| 3 | Align Tool | Symmetry Masters |
| 4 | Workplane Tool | Dream House |
| 5 | Scale & Resize | Giant vs Tiny |
| 6 | Duplicate & Patterns | Pattern Power |
| 7 | Shape Generators | Personalized Keychain |
| 8 | Ruler Tool | Precision Challenge |
| 9 | Advanced Shapes | Remix Challenge |
| 10 | All Skills Combined | Grand Championship |
Prerequisites
- Age: Grades 1-3 (ages 6-9)
- Experience: No prior experience required
- Skills: Basic computer mouse skills
$660 /session
Available Time Slots
Requirements
- Grades 1-3 (ages 6-9)
- No prior experience required
- Basic computer mouse skills
What's Included
- Bring Your Laptop
Bring a laptop with a mouse
Students must bring their own laptop and a mouse
- Expert Instructors
Experienced maker educators
- 3D Prints
All designs get 3D printed to take home
- Weekly Prize
Competition winner picks a badge or candy