Computer Science K-8
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Daisy the Dinosaur is a great introduction to Scratch/Logo programming for young learners.
It is available for iPad. Daisy the Dinosaur is made by the people who created Hopscotch. Suitable for grades K-2. |
iPad Apps |
Programming
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Blockly:
Blockly is a web-based, open source, graphical programming editor that can be embedded into a larger project. Blockly was influenced by AppInventor and Scratch. Users can export their programs as JavaScript or Python code. Suitable for grades K-8+. Kinderlogo: A programming language in which students don't need to know how to read. Suitable for preK-2. Software and curriculum available for purchase. National Library of Virtual Manipulatives: Ladybug Leaf and Ladybug Mazes, virtual manipulative that provides students with an environment similar to the Logo programming environment that allows them to create, try out and revise plans. Suitable for grades K-5. Two price points. One free and one charge. |
Logic Puzzles |
Kodable: Kodable is an educational iPad game providing a kid friendly introduction to programming concepts and problem solving to kids 5 and up. Curriculum will be available. Suitable for grades K-5.
Botlogic: On-line logic game to help teach children (and adults) how to program. Suitable for grades K-8+. |
Bee-Bot: Bee-Bot is a good physical robot that K-2 students can control. Can connect to a related iPad app or web software/Kinderlogo. Software and curriculum for purchase. Suitable for grades K-6.
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Robotics |