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# 3D Printing and Literacy
- URL: https://www.cascadepbs.org/show/learning-read-npt3/episode/3d-printing-and-literacy-tueiic/
- Published: 2024-04-02T23:15:38.000Z
- Updated: 2026-02-23T20:00:50.000Z
- Description: Using a 3D printer is one way young readers can enhance their digital and media literacy.
- Author: Cascade PBS Staff
- Tags: Learning to Read, Season 2023, Episode 24, #ZZZ_Episode_184965d5-1e82-4177-881e-a022ef7498cb, #episode, #ZZZ_Show_740a286e-c98c-402e-9107-d3a044f8924a, #v1.16

When kids are allowed to combine technology with reading, they practice literacy in a whole different way. Learning how to operate a 3D printer, even turning it on and off, exposes young readers to technology. It strengthens their analytical thinking too – especially if something doesn’t go as planned! It's also is a great way to make elements of a story come to life in three dimensions.