The students have science standards related to computer science, algorithms, and block coding. We started learning the skills early in the year so that we can use them for other activities. Some activities are called "unplugged" coding, because it uses computer programming skill foundations without actually using a computer. We use Code.org to learn the basics in class. (They can use this any time at home, too.) After they were familiar with block coding, we used it to explore polygons in Math class. They were given challenges to draw various polygons. We also learned how to use loops and other extra blocks to make designs with repeating polygons.
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