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Looking for a Class Robot? Try Robo Wunderkind

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There are a lot of options if you want to bring programmable robots to your classroom. It is a build-a-robot kit designed to introduce children ages six and up to coding and robotics as well as the fun of problem-solving and creative thinking. If I were to rate myself with robotics, I might be closer to a 5 than a 10.

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12 Tools to explore during Computer Science Week

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However, since first participating in the Hour of Code in December of 2018, I’ve tried to include more activities and bring in more resources for my students throughout the year. Code with Google is focused on closing equity gaps in computer science opportunities and it provides free resources for students. CodeforLife.

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Wonder Workshop’s Amazing Dash

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Education has many disruptors–3D Printing, AR and VR, 1:1 technology, STEM, and STEAM–but a recent and wildly popular one is robotics. One I discovered this summer is Wonder Workshop’s collection of three robots — Cue, Dash, and Dot. That, by the way, is one of my favorite parts of this fun little robot.

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Websites and Apps to Support Hour of Code

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BeeBop –based on the Beebop floor robot–free. App Inventor –build Android apps on a smartphones; from MIT. C-STEM Studio –download to teach computers, science, technology, engineering and math with robotics. You can find her resources at Structured Learning. Stencyl –build games without coding with downloaded software.

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7 Popular Science Museums

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You can use resources in your teaching to help students learn more about science (and ultimately develop a love for it) and see how it has radically transformed our life. It contains tons of educational resources and materials that you can use with students in class. To learn more about the museum, you may want to check its website.

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20 Best Learning Apps for Kids

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Other equally important kids learning resources include: Best learning websites for kids Best preschool learning websites Best apps to teach kids coding 1. Compatibility: Android/ iOS (iPhone, iPad); Price: Free 2. Compatibility: Android/ iOS (iPhone, iPad); Price: Free, offers in-app purchases 3.

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Zapzapmath adds multiplayer option and more to their popular app

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Playing against another human (not robots) inspires students to try harder to prove they know their stuff. Download Zapzapmath for Android devices: [link]. She is the editor/author of over a hundred tech ed resources including a K-8 technology curriculum , K-8 keyboard curriculum, K-8 Digital Citizenship curriculum.