Mrs. Yamamoto's second semester students were the first to ever experience this very unique and groundbreaking project.

Mrs. Yamamoto says she stumbled upon this project idea while looking for "pop-up makery" ideas.

"I just happened to be doing some research one day on 'makeries' and how to tell the story of what you learn. In doing so, I came across this organization, 'e-Nabling the Future.' I clicked on the link and saw the pictures of 3-D hands. Knowing that we had 3-D printers and people who knew how to use them, I decided to go for it and try this new project in my Anatomy class."

The 3-D printer on display at the Luke Center.

The project draws upon the knowledge students learn during the skeletal system and muscle system units and provides students with the opportunity to build something both tangible and useful for someone else.

Mrs. Yamamoto notes, "I have been intrigued by the idea of having students make something for a real audience. I think it's much more valuable for students to make something that serves a real purpose -- to help someone out -- rather than a piece of paper or poster that just goes to me, the teacher."

The scene in M-102 could only be described as "harmonious chaos" as students rushed back and forth finding pieces and using tools to secure or adjust strings and joints. The energy was palpable as pieces slowly began to take the shape of hands.

Students have enjoyed the project and had much positive feedback to share. Stephanie Iwasaki '16 said, "I thought it was a great experience because it allowed us to use technology to build something to help other kids in need."

Daniel Ota '16 also commented, "This was all really new to me. I didn't know you could make something like this with a 3D printer. I also liked the fact that we could customize our hands with different colors to make it more fun for the kids that receive them."

Mrs. Yamamoto holds a completed 3-D printed hand and an "e-Nabling" logo clip she printed herself.