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SketchUp for Schools

Browser-based SketchUp for Primary and Secondary schools signed up with G Suite for Education or Microsoft Education.

What is SketchUp for Schools?

SketchUp for Schools is the core SketchUp modeler now available in a web browser for any Primary or Secondary School signed up with Google Workspace for Education or Microsoft Education.

Integrated with Google Drive and Microsoft OneDrive

Works on Chromebooks or any Internet-connected computer

SketchUp for Schools

How To Get SketchUp for Schools

Deploying SketchUp for Microsoft users

Follow these step-by-step instructions to deploy SketchUp for Schools for your students.

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Deploying SketchUp for G Suite users

Follow these step-by-step instructions to deploy SketchUp for Schools for your students.

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SketchUp for Schools curriculum

Design Your Dream Home Part 1: Model a 2D Floor Plan
Intermediate

Design Your Dream Home Part 1: Model a 2D Floor Plan

Design your dream home! In Part 1 of this series learn how to model a 2D floor plan.

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Design Your Dream Home Part 2: Turning 2D Into 3D
Intermediate

Design Your Dream Home Part 2: Turning 2D Into 3D

In Part 2, let’s turn your 2D floor plan into a 3D home, complete with furniture and decor.

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Design Your Dream Home Part 3: Prep the Model to Print
Advanced

Design Your Dream Home Part 3: Prep the Model to Print

In Part 3, you’ll get your home ready to print, and then assemble it in real life!

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SketchUp Obstacle Course
Beginner

SketchUp Obstacle Course

Learn how to navigate through space and create and move geometry — you’ll be a SketchUp Whiz in no time!

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Design Your Own Flag
Intermediate

Design Your Own Flag

Break down your favorite things into basic shapes, and then incorporate them into your own personal flag.

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Getting Started with SketchUp for Schools
Intro

Getting Started with SketchUp for Schools

New to SketchUp for Schools? Get started with all of the need-to-know basics before tackling the SketchUp for Schools tutorials.

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3D Modeling for Geometry Class
Beginner

3D Modeling for Geometry Class

Learn to model basic shapes and calculate their surface area and volume. Then use SketchUp to check your work!

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Modeling Your Classroom
Intermediate

Modeling Your Classroom

Design your ideal classroom in 3D, then get creative and label it in your 1st, 2nd, or 3rd language!

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Playground Design
Advanced

Playground Design

Learn how to design a unique playground using components as custom building blocks.

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3D Modeling for Math Class
Beginner

3D Modeling for Math Class

Learn how common math principals apply in the real world.

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Educator Resources

3D Maps in Geography Class
Intermediate

3D Maps in Geography Class

Bring your atlas to life! Model your home country and important local landmarks in 3D.

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Educator Resources

Scene Design in Language Arts
Advanced

Scene Design in Language Arts

Tell a story in 3D! Learn how to model your next book report using scenes from the Hobbit.

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Educator Resources

Model a Cell for Science Class
Beginner

Model a Cell for Science Class

Learn how to draw and present your cell wall, membrane, and organelles in 3D!

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Set Design for Theater Class
Intermediate

Set Design for Theater Class

Learn how to model and plan your stage layout using scenes from The Wizard of Oz.

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Build a Birdhouse for Shop Class
Advanced

Build a Birdhouse for Shop Class

Design-Build 101: design a birdhouse in SketchUp, then take your 3D model and build it in real life.

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SketchUp for Schools 3D Printing Guide
Intro

SketchUp for Schools 3D Printing Guide

A complete guide to 3D printing in SketchUp for Schools.

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Name Tag
Intermediate

Name Tag

Give your backpack some personality with a custom 3D printed name tag.

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Custom Castle
Advanced

Custom Castle

Who can 3D print the coolest castle? Build on the basics and take a deep dive into SketchUp to make a castle that’s your very own.

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Turtle Sandbox
Beginner

Turtle Sandbox

Build 3D shapes, add colors, and (most importantly) have fun while making your very own Turtle Sandbox.

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Pirate Ship Playhouse
Intermediate

Pirate Ship Playhouse

Build a playhouse worthy of the schoolyard! Learn about SketchUp's draw tools, materials library, and 3D Warehouse while making your very own Pirate Ship Playhouse.

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Mike's Malt Shop
Advanced

Mike's Malt Shop

Learn the ins-and-outs of modeling in SketchUp for Schools as you build Mike's Malt Shop. You'll be a SketchPert in no time!

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Tips & Tricks

Deploying SketchUp for Microsoft users

Follow these step-by-step instructions to deploy SketchUp for Schools in your classroom.

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Deploying SketchUp for G Suite users

Follow these step-by-step instructions to deploy SketchUp for Schools in your classroom.

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Share 3D Warehouse models

Learn how to create and share projects with your students using the 3D Warehouse.

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