Designing and Assembling a Space Shuttle for Mars Exploration

By the end of this lesson plan, students will have gained a deeper understanding of space exploration, engineering principles, and the application of 3D printing technology in designing solutions for real-world challenges. They will have developed critical thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving skills essential for future STEM endeavors. Students are encouraged to design and create their own files but you can also download MakerBot's shuttle rocket components in the Files tab. **Want to download this lesson as a PDF? Click here to download the lesson plan. **