3rd-5th

Evelyn Del Rey is Moving Away: Coding a Secret Handshake_PK-5 

Students will complete a sequential activity after listening to a story. Students will understand the word algorithm. 

The Sweetest Scoop: Algorithms and Data_1st-3rd 

Using a biographical story, students will create a pictorial algorithm that also focuses on how the characters solved problems (debugged). After that, they will gather data to present to the class and analyze. 

Building a Soccer Field: Writing Algorithms_2-5 

Students listen to The Floating Field to discuss the problems faced by the Thai boys in playing soccer successfully. Then, they write algorithms for building a more reliable field that will float. 

Evelyn Del Rey is Moving Away: ScratchJr_ 2-4 

Students will use Scratch to create a program using loops. The program will be based on the book characters and continuation of the story. 

Mapping Sam: Presenting Data_2-4 

Students will read Mapping Sam and study how maps are abstractions of data. Then, they will collect data on their school neighborhood and draw a map to represent the playground or school from a different perspective. 

Code a Poem: Algorithms_3-5 

Students will learn how they can use code to impact the mood or theme of a poem. 

Docs vs Slides (File Formats): Computing Systems_3-5 

After reading a story about the differences between doing things by hand or using technology tools, students will learn how to utilize Google Docs and Google Slides. After exploration, they will discuss the pros and cons of each, as well as create a book review in one of the file types for practice. 

Computer Security: Networks_3-5 

Students will read a PebbleGo article on cybersecurity and create definitions on important terms. They will also play a virtual breakout game to review. Finally, the teacher will read a book aloud to showcase cybersecurity. 

I Am Every Good Thing: Google Draw_3-5 

Students will analyze data from their school SIP plan related to school culture. After analyzing the data, they will participate in a read-aloud of I Am Every Good Thing and connect that to building school culture. Then, students will participate in a lesson to create positive affirmation posters with Google Draw to help increase a positive school culture. 

Reading and Simple Tasks: Algorithms_3-5 

Students practice recording algorithms for simple tasks within the classroom. After trying one another's algorithms, they will debug them. Finally, they will read the story Robot Rumpus and fix a character's problem by giving them a new algorithm to follow. 

Introduction to Dash and Sphero Robots: Problem Solving_3-5 

Students learn how to use Sphero and Dash robots. The lesson is connected to SEL and mindset through read-alouds and students' self-assessment. 

Evil Princess vs Brave Knight:Characterization_3-5 

Students will use Scratch and use variables and loop blocks to create an interactive scene based on the read-aloud book. 

State Facts: GreenScreen/Scratch_3-5 

Students will research a state of their choice using a variety of databases and gather information. Then, they will select which information to share and create a green screen video or Scratch project to share what they learned. 

Biography Project: Scratch_Grade3-5 

Students will read and take notes about a notable member of society and how he/she impacted our lives.  They will retell the main events of the person's life using Scratch.

 Biography Who Am I Game: Scratch_3-5 

Students will learn about a historical figure and determine important facts in his/her life.  Using Scratch, students will code a program that retells the person's life and present the code to peers. 

How to Read a Book: Writing an Algorithm_3-5 

Students will review how to create algorithms and then write an algorithm that gives the correct sequence to read a book. 

Quilts: Loops and Conditionals_2-3 

After researching and reading about Native American quilts and art designs, students will use an online tutorial. In this tutorial from Code.org, they will create quilt designs while applying loops and conditionals. 

Real or Fake News?: Digital Citizenship_3-5 

After reading a book that depicts the importance of analyzing the credibility of shared information, students will work together to create group norms on how to analyze whether information is real or fake. 

Code a Book Cover: Program Development_3-5 

Students will use programs on Code.org to create a digital book cover. 

*Note: Any books that are age and interest level appropriate for the class will work for this lesson.

Animal Adaptations: Algorithms_3-5 

After reviewing animal adaptations, students will use a Code.org module to code examples to visually represent their learning. 

Makerspace and Designing an Adaptive Tool: Tinkercad_3-5 

This lesson challenges students to step into the role of an innovator, utilizing computational thinking to design an adaptive tool in Tinkercad. This tool should aim to improve the accessibility and usability of an existing object or solve a problem faced by individuals with specific needs. 

Changing a Wordless Book to a Graphic Novel: Abstraction_3-5 

After reading a wordless picture book as a class, students will learn about the concept of abstraction. Then, they will apply this skill by selecting important parts of the picture book to illustrate as a graphic novel. While doing so, students will also learn about fair use and copyright, and practice applying credit in their work.