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Robotics and Computer Science for Elementary Level Learners

User Generated Education

I absolutely love all of the new robotics toys that have been coming out for elementary age learners. One of my gifted girls noted, “Where do all of these robots come from?” My robotics-type devices include: Sphero. Jimu Robot. Finch Robot. Dash and Dot. littleBits: Gizmos and Gadgets; Arduino.

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Ward’s Science–So Many STEM Resources

Ask a Tech Teacher

Coding, robotics, and experimentation–integral pieces of STEM–give students the best start possible to the rest of their lives. To give you an example of the types of products offered by Ward’s Science, I evaluated two: Botley the Coding Robot. Botley the Coding Robot. Unbox Botley the Coding Robot.

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STEM Must-Haves for Elementary Teachers

Top 10 Sciencekits

It teaches them basic programming concepts and helps them learn how to use their hands to create robots. I have yet to find someone who doesn't love these little robots right from the beginning. These robots are designed to move along a path and interpret color combinations as commands like "Storm" or "Moonwalk".

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Best STEM Summer Camps In San Antonio

The Maker Mom

From programs based around robotics and coding to math lessons they’ll actually grow to love, these camps are perfect for keeping kids learning and sociable during the summer. Whether or not they’ve previously shown any interest in rocket science, physics, or chemistry, they’ll grow to like it here.

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Best STEM Summer Camps in Dallas 2024

The Maker Mom

Programs cover several topics in coding, science, robotics, electronics, and mathematics. Kids can learn about biology, chemistry, physics, anatomy, and biotechnology. Each session has its own unique theme, centered on forensics, biology, food chemistry, and dinosaurs. Camp sessions cover a variety of subjects.

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Best STEM Summer Camps In San Diego 2024

The Maker Mom

Children can become immersed in technology as they learn how to code video games, design Minecraft worlds, make battle robots, edit YouTube videos, and much more. All sessions feature themes that kids will like, like gross-out chemistry, space science, Lego robotics, and other unique ones.

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Best STEM Summer Camps in Baltimore 2024

The Maker Mom

Subjects include space exploration, veterinary science, Minecraft game design, robotics, coding apps, and more. Students with some programming experience learn to control machines in their robotics class. Classes are held in week blocks at the Laurel Elementary School.

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