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Early Years Computing

Botley - Introduction to computational thinking – Early level content Tech kit

Botley - Introduction to computational thinking – Early level

This activity aims to introduce learners to sequencing and encourages them to give a device a series of instructions.

Curriculum for Excellence links: TCH 0-15a

BBC micro:bit content A circuit board

BBC micro:bit

This session aims to introduce the concept of an algorithm and computer codes. It will introduce pupils to using a BBC micro:bit and the BBC micro:bit website.

Curriculum for Excellence links: TCH 1-14a, TCH 1-14b

Introduction to BBC micro:bit – Second level content Computer game

Introduction to BBC micro:bit – Second level

This session aims to introduce the concept of an algorithm and computer code. It will introduce pupils to using a BBC micro:bit and the BBC micro:bit website.

Curriculum for Excellence links: TCH 2-14a, TCH 2-14b

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Sphero

These sessions require advance booking.

Sphero - Introduction to Sphero and computer programming – First level content Sphero kit

Sphero - Introduction to Sphero and computer programming – First level

This session aims to introduce the concept of an algorithm and computer languages. It will introduce pupils to Spheros. Pupils will also explore maths concepts including speed/distance/time and angles.

Curriculum for Excellence links: TCH 2-15a, MNU 2-10c, MTH 2-17c

Sphero - Introduction to Sphero and computer programming – Second level content Sphero kit

Sphero - Introduction to Sphero and computer programming – Second level

This session aims to introduce the concept of an algorithm and computer languages. It will introduce pupils to Spheros. Pupils will also explore maths concepts including speed/distance/time and angles.

Curriculum for Excellence links: TCH 2-15a, MNU 2-10c, MTH 2-17c

Advanced Sphero - Using repeat loops and variables with Sphero - Second level content Sphero kit

Advanced Sphero - Using repeat loops and variables with Sphero - Second level

This session aims to teach the computing concepts of variables and conditional repetition. Pupils will practice building computer programmes that include these concepts.

Curriculum for Excellence links: TCH 2-15a

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Energy

Renewables Play Mat content Play mat for children to learn about renewable energy

Renewables Play Mat

This session has been designed to spark curiosity and encourage meaningful discussions around renewable energy and sustainable living.  Through interactive play, children are introduced to important environmental concepts in a hands-on and age-appropriate way.

Curriculum for Excellence links: TCH 0-05a, TCH 0-06a, TCH 0-07a, TCH 0-09a, TCH 0-12a