Lesson 1

What is a Computer?

Lesson Overview

In this lesson, students model their current conception of computers using a variety of self-selected media. They explain why they believe something is a computer.

Agenda

Warm-up: What is a computer? (10 minutes)
Main Activity: Build, draw, or collage computers. (15 minutes)
Debrief: Artifact showcase. Why do you think this is a computer? How does it work? (10 minutes)

Materials

Artifact Placemat (optional)
Assorted craft materials (e.g. colored paper, dot stickers, PlayDoh)
Tape, staplers, glue, scissors

[Red] Unit 1, Lesson 1 - Fruit Computer.mp4

Michelle Teaching the Computer Science Chant.mp4

Vocabulary

computer science: using the power of computers to solve problems and express ourselves

Standards

CA CSS K-2.CS.2 - Explain the functions of common hardware and software components of computing systems.
CA CSS K-2.IC.18 - Compare how people lived and worked before and after the adoption of new computing technologies.

Additional Resources

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