Ignite kids’ creativity with 3D design apps and 3D printing

The 21st century is all about innovation and creativity, and it’s important to get children involved in the creative process from a young age. 3D design apps are an excellent way to ignite children’s creativity and help them develop their skills in a fun and interactive way.

3D design and 3D printing: the perfect suite

3D design apps provide an ideal environment for children to explore their creativity, as they can design physical objects with the app and then 3D print the objects as a tangible result of their work. This provides a sense of accomplishment and pride that helps children stay motivated and engaged. This kind of hands-on experience can also help strengthen the connection between the creative process and the real-world applications of 3D printing. 3D design apps can also be used to teach children about geometry and other mathematical concepts in a fun and engaging way.

From 3D design apps to concepts

The apps provide a variety of tools that allow children to construct complex shapes and constructions and explore the physics of motion. They can also use the apps to understand the concept of 3D printing and how to design objects that will be printed. And, to illustrate it, nothing is better than the video below of Jason Pohl, the famous industrial designer, initiating his son Maxton to 3D design and printing with SOLIDWORKS Apps for Kids.

The code behind the app

Furthermore, 3D design apps provide a great platform for children to learn basic coding skills. Children can create their own 3D designs and even create complex animations by manipulating the code behind the app. That’s the reason why we are partnering with BlocksCAD.  Indeed, with BlocksCAD and SOLIDWORKS Apps for Kids, educators can engage their students in all essential design process steps. This collaboration starts with two adapted lessons from the Apps For Kids library that will include a BlocksCAD extension aligned with Math and CS standards.

This kind of coding experience can help children develop problem-solving skills and understand coding concepts that will be useful later in life. Finally, 3D apps can help children explore their own imagination. By providing them with the tools to design objects that are only limited by their own creativity, children can express their ideas in ways that are not possible with traditional art forms.

This can be especially beneficial for children struggling to express their ideas through traditional art forms. 3D design apps are an excellent way to ignite children’s creativity and help them develop their skills. By providing them with the tools to design physical objects, explore geometry and physics, learn coding skills, and explore their imagination, 3D design apps can help children become successful innovators and creators. As the world moves further into the digital age, these skills are more critical than ever, and 3D apps can help ensure that children are prepared for the future.