[ISLMA-Share] 3-D printer suggestions

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I just got a Lulzbot Mini Desktop 3-D printer
<https://www.amazon.com/LulzBot-Mini-Desktop-3D-Printer/dp/B00S54E1AI> this
year and I recommend it! I got this model based on a recommendation from
the teen librarian at Evanston Public Library based on its low-maintenance
reliability and good customer service. It has been intuitive and easy to
use. I have tweaked more complex models by using MakePrintable.com
<http://makeprintable.com>.

I have used it with a 4th grade class with a social studies unit. They were
studying how geography influences the structure of a home. The teacher and
I taught them how to use TinkerCAD using Project Ignite
<https://projectignite.autodesk.com/>, then had them create an assigned
domecile (igloo, yurt, longhouse, etc.) They created a report/tableau
sharing their research and we displayed the 3D printed structure on it.

Good luck and have fun!
Edie Hertel
Librarian
Walker Elementary



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Media Association <islma at list.railslibraries.info> wrote:

> Good morning,
> I am researching 3-D printers for student use in the library. I would love
> to know which models you love (or hate), tips for success, project ideas,
> etc. I have created a Google doc to collect responses. If you respond to
> ISLMA, I will add it to the doc for everyone to see. If you prefer to add
> it to the doc yourself, the link is below and open to edit. (And there is
> no need to ask for a copy -- you have it below :) Thanks in advance!
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> 3D Printer doc:
> https://docs.google.com/document/d/1LNTxhGk_Z83lKglNOMTz_
> taJD8VFmVOc7Ajt3boN_7I/edit?usp=sharing
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