Adventures in 3D Printing and Design

C. Thorpe

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Adventures in 3D Printing and Design

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by C. Thorpe

Reading Level 6 11LT Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

3D printing isn’t just for grown-ups anymore — you can master it with just a few simple projects! Imagine creating your own 3D scanner out of ping-pong balls and bringing your ideas to life in three dimensions. It’s not magic, it’s science, and it’s changing the world — could you be the next great inventor?

Themes

TechnologyScience & NatureEducationAdventure

Quick Assessment

This book introduces children ages 9-12 to the fundamentals of 3D printing, scanning, and design through easy-to-follow projects that require no prior experience or special equipment. With step-by-step instructions and supporting videos, it encourages hands-on learning and creativity in a technology-driven world. Suitable for beginners, it fosters STEM skills while being accessible and engaging for middle-grade readers.

For Parents

Content Intensity

11LT — Light — Thematic
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

256 pages
ISBN
9781118972137
Pages
256
Publisher
Wiley
Published
2017
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Technology