Educator Explorer Pack — 3" x 3" Material Sample Kit A curated, classroom‑ready introduction to the full MakerStock materials catalog. Overview The Educator Explorer Pack is a comprehensive 3" × 3" sample kit designed specifically for teachers, makerspace coordinators, and STEM program leaders. It gives educators a tactile, side‑by‑side understanding of the materials most commonly used in laser cutting, CNC routing, crafting, and classroom prototyping. This pack helps educators: Compare materials before purchasing full sheets Understand cut quality, engraving behavior, and finishing options Plan curriculum, projects, and equipment purchases with confidence Introduce students to real‑world materials used in design and fabrication Included Materials Each sample is 3" × 3", clearly labeled, and selected to represent the breadth of MakerStock’s catalog. One each of the following: Wood & Wood‑Based Materials 1/8" and 1/2" Baltic Birch Plywood 1/8" Dyed (Two‑Sides), Clear Coat (One-Side) Baltic Birch Plywood 1/8" MDF 1/8" Eucalyptus Hardboard 1/16" Koskisen Thin Stock Plywood 1/8" and 1/4" Wood Veneer with MDF Core 1/8" and 1/4" Wood Veneer with Soft Core PSA Wood Veneer 3/4" Phenolic Film Face or Hex-Ply Acrylics & Plastics Transparent Acrylic: 1/16", 1/8", 1/4" Opaque Acrylic: 1/16, 1/8", 1/4" Fluorescent Acrylic: 1/8", 1/4" Frosted/Matte Acrylic (One‑Side) – 1/8" Frosted/Matte Acrylic (Two‑Side) – 1/8" Colored Mirror Acrylic – 1/8" Pastel Acrylic – 1/8" Duets Laser XT Acrylic: 1/16", 1/8" Specialty Materials Anodized Aluminum Stainless Steel Aluminum Stone Veneer Forbo Linoleum 1mm and 2mm Eska Board Cowhide Leather Vegan Leather Expanded PVC Foam - 1/8" ACP Panel (Aluminum Composite Panel) -1/8" Foam Core Single and Double Ply Corrugated Cardboard Why Educators Love This Pack Hands‑on evaluation: See, feel, and test materials before committing to classroom quantities. Curriculum planning: Quickly identify which materials work best for laser cutting, engraving, CNC routing, or hand tools. Student‑friendly: Perfect for introducing material science, fabrication, and design thinking. Budget clarity: Helps educators choose the right materials for their equipment and project needs. Ideal For K–12 STEM programs Career & technical education Makerspaces and fab labs University design, architecture, RPL, and engineering programs Educators new to laser cutters or CNC machines Product Specs Sample size: Nominal 3" × 3" Labeling: Material name and QR code that links to product online Packaging: Organized, protected, and classroom‑ready Catalog coverage: Represents almost every major material family
