- Year 5
Modify 3D shapes
I can translate, rotate and scale 3D shapes in Tinkercad.
- Year 5
Modify 3D shapes
I can translate, rotate and scale 3D shapes in Tinkercad.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- 3D shapes can be translated in different ways in Tinkercad.
- 3D shapes can be rotated in different ways in Tinkercad.
- 3D shapes can be scaled in different ways in Tinkercad.
- Tinkercad allows objects to be translated, rotated and scaled in different directions.
Keywords
Translating - sliding or moving a shape without rotating or reflecting it
Rotating - turn a shape around a fixed point
Scaling - enlarging or shrinking a shape
Modify - change or alter something
Handle - a point on a 3D object that can be grabbed to move or resize it
Common misconception
Designs are drawn on paper and then manufactured.
Computer Aided Design helps designers accurately draw their ideas before manufacturing them.
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Access to Tinkercad on tablet, chromebook or laptop.
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What does it mean to rotate an object?
Q2.What does it mean to translate an object?
Q3.What does it mean to scale an object
Q4.When rotating an object, what unit is usually used to measure how far it turns?
Q5.How do you start a new design in Tinkercad?
Q6.Match these key words and definitions.
a program used to create 3D designs
a flat surface you can place objects on
the screen showing all the tools and workplane
a tool you can click to change the view of your design
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Match the Tinkercad function to the definition.
sliding or moving a shape without rotating or reflecting it
turning a shape around a fixed point
enlarging or shrinking a shape
Q2.If you make a mistake in Tinkercad, you can always an action.
Q3.When you click on a rotate handle in Tinkercad, what appears to help you rotate accurately?
