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Ms. Sarah Cornelius

Jan 16-20

1/15/2017

Today we will start learning how to code without the use of a computer or iPad. This week we will practice with a paper maze. The process of giving directions helps reiterate the steps involved in moving along a frequent path. Writing a computer program is similar in many ways. You need to tell the "computer" (your friend) exactly what to do, turn by turn or step by step.

Jan 9-13

1/15/2017

Welcome back! I hope you had a great winter break. This week we will explore some of the Toca apps:
Toca Builders
The builders will guarantee that you’re having a good time when create your world! Toca Builders is a new way of creating & crafting things with blocks, that encourages both creativity & curiosity. With simple touch gestures & unique controls the builders come alive and help create a world only you can dream up!
Toca Lab
Explore the colorful & electrifying world of science & meet all 118 of the elements from the periodic table. Discover elements by experimenting with the lab tools! Each element has it's own personality. What does Neon sound like? Is Gold heavy or light? Is Nitrogen squishy or hard? Explore, inspect, & study each one!
Toca Town
You rule this Town, a play world where anything & everyone is welcome! With different locations & many classic Toca Boca characters, the everyday adventures in Town are infinite. EXPLORE, CREATE & DISCOVER! Remember there are no rules so don't be afraid to interact with anything!

Resources

Below are some great websites & apps for extra practice at home.

Dance Mat - a great way to learn how to use the keyboard

ABCya! - filled with great educational games in all subjects

MouseGames - this website will help you master your computer mouse skills

Sago Apps - these are great educational apps to use on your iPad at home

Duck Duck Moose - owned by Khan Academy this series of apps cover all different learning topics

Curriculum Map
(Current unit is Gold)

Unit 1: Modes of Transportation
Unit 2: Interactive Thinking
Unit 3: STEM Activities
Unit 4: Construction
Unit 5: Non-Screen Coding
Unit 6: iPad & Hands On Coding
Unit 7: Robotics

Rubric for Robotics

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