Library Games
Alphabetical order means A-Z order. Pick which comes first in the alphabet. Third graders, think about our dictionary races.
*It's okay to sing the alphabet in your head.*
Blockly Games by Google
Start at the beginning and then move to the next activity. These activities build upon each other. At the beginning you will understand how to put things into their appropriate categories.
Then you can get the basics understanding how to sequence and code. That just means how to speak with technology.
Scratch from MIT.EDU
Once you understand the basics of how to speak with a computer, you can start to play with Scratch. Go to the Tutorials for help!
Internet safety.
There are a three important rules to follow when going online:
1. Always ask an adult before going online.
2. Only talk to people you know.
3. Only go places that are right for you.
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What is "coding"?
"Coding" in the digital world, refers to using the language of computer programming code. Another way of putting it, is that "coding" is how humans and technology communicate. There are different languages used, called programming languages. Along with the online games found above, good games to play that prepare you with the skills you need to code include lockpicking games, 3D puzzles, crossword puzzles, and more.
What is “hacking?”
Hacking is all about curiosity, exploration, and deeply understanding how something works. Most people who identify as “hackers” are working very hard to protect people and to make technology easier and safer to use. Unfortunately, when most people hear or read about hacking in the news, the story is about people using hacking to do harm, but this couldn’t be further from the truth. Career-wise, people skilled in hacking are highly sought out by companies looking to strengthen their cybersecurity.
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Check it out!
Can You Crack the Code?: A Fascinating History of Ciphers and Cryptographers
by Ella Schwartz, Illustrated by Lily Williams
Let's start from the beginning! Today when we talk about coding in relation to technology, we are talking about learning all those special languages that help us communicate with computers. But humans have been cracking codes around the world for a long, long time. We have become so accustomed to cracking codes, that you may not even realize you do it all the time. Learn the history of coding, and get some ideas for activities that will help you practice some brainbuilding exercises.
Printables
Crossword puzzles, word search, and mazes from ALSC
Crossword_Puzzle.pdfWord_Search_K1.pdfMaze2_3.pdf